31 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
Best overall in Delano: Celaya Contracting, CR Score 84/100; 4.6★ from 12 Google reviews.
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): GuzMen Remodeling LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #5 of 31.
Most-reviewed: Gerardo General Construction, 36 Google reviews at 4.6★, the most of 31 ranked; ranked #4.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
31 Delano general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 13 open Saturdays and 3 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.6★ across 31 rated businesses.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Celaya Contracting | 84 | 4.6★ (12) | Delano | — | Overall |
| 2 | Cliff's Construction & Home Maintenance | 83 | 5.0★ (15) | Delano | Sat | — |
| 3 | Sunshine Market | 83 | 4.7★ (9) | Delano | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Gerardo General Construction | 82 | 4.6★ (36) | Bakersfield, 24 mi away | Sat · Sun | Most reviews |
| 5 | GuzMen Remodeling LLC | 82 | 5.0★ (6) | Moreno Valley, 19 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 6 | Gold Thumb Construction Inc | 80 | 5.0★ (16) | Wasco, 14 mi away | Sat | — |
| 7 | Bethlehem Construction, Inc. | 79 | 3.8★ (8) | Wasco, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Techwelding | 78 | 5.0★ (6) | Shafter, 19 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Citrus Valley Construction and Development | 76 | 5.0★ (7) | Norco, 6 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | Williams Welding & Construction Inc | 76 | 5.0★ (25) | Porterville, 19 mi away | Sat | — |
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Delano
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Delano
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bakersfield, 24 mi away
Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 36 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (36).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Moreno Valley, 19 mi away
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wasco, 14 mi away
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wasco, 13 mi away
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Shafter, 19 mi away
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Steel construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Norco, 6 mi away
Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Porterville, 19 mi away
Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, 25 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bakersfield, 25 mi away
Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.6★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Wasco, 13 mi away
Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 25 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Colton, 21 mi away
Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Beaumont, 21 mi away
Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Rosedale, 12 mi away
Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bakersfield, 24 mi away
Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Shafter, 19 mi away
Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in McFarland, 6 mi away
Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Shafter, 22 mi away
Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.1★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Lancaster, 16 mi away
Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Bakersfield, 23 mi away
Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.8★ from 13 Google reviews, 13 Google reviews.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Bakersfield, 23 mi away
Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Porterville, 24 mi away
Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.6★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Bakersfield, 7 mi away
Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Canyon Lake, 22 mi away
Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #31, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Framing Square General Construction | 71 | 5.0★ (3) | 25 mi |
| 27 | Golden Brothers Contracting | 71 | 3.6★ (14) | 17 mi |
| 28 | S & L Building | 69 | 3.5★ (10) | 24 mi |
| 29 | Golden Construction-Excavation | 68 | 4.3★ (7) | 24 mi |
| 30 | Bowman Construction LLC | 66 | 5.0★ (7) | 25 mi |
| 31 | Warren Contracting & Earth works | 62 | 3.7★ (3) | 20 mi |
20 more general contractors within 25 mi that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a trade we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| AAA Planners & Builders, Inc | In Delano | |
| Adame Contracting | 4.5★ (2) | In Delano |
| Alliance Ready Mix Inc. | 4.8★ (4) | In Delano |
| Carrillo's Construction | In Delano | |
| Cgd Concrete | In Delano | |
| Cliff's Construction & Home | 1.0★ (1) | In Delano |
| De Avila Construction | 3.5★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Delano Pool Builders | In Delano | |
| DTS Fabrication | 2.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| EJ Construction | 5.0★ (2) | In Delano |
| Esparza Enterprises Inc | 1.0★ (1) | In Delano |
| JC Concrete Construction Inc. | 5.0★ (7) | In Delano |
| MGM Labor Contracting | 5.0★ (2) | 23 mi |
| Montemayor Labor Contracting | 5.0★ (1) | In Delano |
| MS CONTRUCTION | 5.0★ (2) | 24 mi |
| Need for Roofing Services | 3.9★ (17) | In Delano |
| R & D Homes Inc | 5.0★ (2) | 20 mi |
| Sorci Construction Services | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Thulin Construction | 4.0★ (2) | 19 mi |
| Z.Z Renovations & Construction | 5.0★ (1) | 10 mi |
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for California with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $15,240 | $28,190 | $43,470 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 1.04 Pacific factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $7,050 | $12,880 | $18,720 | Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 1.06 Pacific factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
In California, Contractors State License Board (CSLB) licenses B General Building contractor license (B-2 for residential remodeling).
Jobs of $1,000 or more in labor and materials (from January 1, 2025).
No chip usually means we have not matched a state record yet. Check the lookup yourself before you hire.
Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
We scored 31 Delano general contractors on 8 factors, weighted as shown. A business is ranked when its trade is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. Unknown factors are left out of the score, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed October 22, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Featured businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Delano data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 35% | Bayesian-adjusted Google star rating | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2 | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximum | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 10% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5 | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | 1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radius | Measured |
| Completeness | 5% | Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each) | Measured |