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Best General Contractors in Durham, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in Durham: JD Rivera Construction, CR Score 89/100; 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 3

    Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Cornerstone Construction, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #3 of 71.

  3. 11

    Most-reviewed: Experts In Your Home, 51 Google reviews at 4.1★, the most of 71 ranked; ranked #11.

Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank

71 Durham general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 2 are open 24/7, 19 open Saturdays and 9 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 71 rated businesses.

Most of this list also appears on the General contractors in Paradise ranking. See General contractors in Paradise

Top 10 general contractors in Durham at a glance

Top 10 general contractors in Durham at a glance
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1JD Rivera Construction895.0★ (21)Chico, 8 mi away24/7Overall
2CS Cabinet Refacing845.0★ (20)DurhamSat—
3Cornerstone Construction834.7★ (26)Oroville, 17 mi away24/7Emergencies
4JML General Contracting835.0★ (13)Chico, 8 mi awaySat · Sun · Evenings—
5Airehart Construction, Inc.825.0★ (44)Chico, 6 mi away——
6M.A.G Construction LLC804.9★ (31)Chico, 6 mi away——
7Ideal Steel Buildings804.7★ (44)Chico, 8 mi away——
8Baxter Built Construction794.0★ (4)Chico, 7 mi awaySat · Sun—
9ZS Construction795.0★ (8)Woodland, 18 mi awaySat · Sun—
10Pello Framing795.0★ (7)Paradise, 12 mi awaySat · Sun—

The 71 best general contractors in Durham, ranked

Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.

  2. #2 CS Cabinet Refacing

    Based in Durham

    84/100CR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–6 PM · Sat 10:30 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for CS Cabinet Refacing(530) 228-9965

  3. #3 Cornerstone Construction

    Based in Oroville, 17 mi away

    83/100CR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 26 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 26 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    2856 Olive Hwy Suite E, Oroville, CA 95966
    View profile for Cornerstone Construction(530) 680-9237

  5. #5 Airehart Construction, Inc.

    Based in Chico, 6 mi away

    82/100CR Score

    Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    555 Main St Suite 210, Chico, CA 95928
    View profile for Airehart Construction, Inc.(530) 624-6121

  6. #6 M.A.G Construction LLC

    Based in Chico, 6 mi away

    80/100CR Score

    Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.9★ from 31 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for M.A.G Construction LLC(530) 570-6576

  7. #7 Ideal Steel Buildings

    Based in Chico, 8 mi away

    80/100CR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Metal construction company”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.7★ from 44 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 9 AM–5 PM · Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2576 CA-32, Chico, CA 95973
    View profile for Ideal Steel Buildings(530) 893-8474

  9. #9 ZS Construction

    Based in Woodland, 18 mi away

    79/100CR Score

    Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    View profile for ZS Construction(530) 405-6985

  10. #10 Pello Framing

    Based in Paradise, 12 mi away

    79/100CR Score

    Ranked #10 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.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 6 AM–5 PM
    Address
    5400 Clark Rd A, Paradise, CA 95969
    View profile for Pello Framing(530) 321-1386

  11. #11 Experts In Your Home

    Based in Chico, 6 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 51 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (51).

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.1★ from 51 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1756 Humboldt Rd, Chico, CA 95928
    View profile for Experts In Your Home(530) 924-5564

  13. #13 Boche Brothers Inc.

    Based in Eureka, 5 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–6 PM · Sat 9 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for Boche Brothers Inc.(530) 208-5251

  14. #14 Titan construction

    Based in Durham

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    View profile for Titan construction(530) 591-7270

  17. #17 Modern Building Inc.

    Based in Chico, 4 mi away

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 4.4★ from 17 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    3083 Southgate Ln, Chico, CA 95928
    View profile for Modern Building Inc.(530) 891-4533

  20. #20 Parker Construction Services

    Based in Chico, 5 mi away

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    2554 Fair St, Chico, CA 95928
    View profile for Parker Construction Services(530) 228-5067

  21. #21 Hiwa Builders

    Based in Chico, 5 mi away

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–3 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    2574 Fair St, Chico, CA 95928
    View profile for Hiwa Builders(530) 924-4070

  22. #22 RCI General Engineering

    Based in Oroville, 17 mi away

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.

    Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.

    • 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    5015 Feather River Blvd, Oroville, CA 95965
    View profile for RCI General Engineering(530) 533-3918

  24. #24 The Steel Builder

    Based in Chico, 7 mi away

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 3.5★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    1351 Mangrove Ave, Chico, CA 95926
    View profile for The Steel Builder(530) 588-1176

  25. #25 Cretewood Construction

    Based in Durham

    76/100CR Score

    Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

    Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.

    • 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Thu 7:30 AM–6 PM · Fri 7:30 AM–5 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Durham, CA 95938
    View profile for Cretewood Construction(530) 774-8887

How much do general contractors cost in Durham?

Typical prices in USD, adjusted for California with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.

How much do general contractors cost in Durham?
JobLowTypicalHighBasisChecked
Kitchen remodel$15,240$28,190$43,470Per 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$18,720Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 1.06 Pacific factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)October 2026

How to check a general contractor's license in California

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).

  1. Search the business name or license number on the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) license lookup.
  2. Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
  3. Ask for proof of insurance before work starts.

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

How we ranked Durham general contractors

We scored 71 Durham 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.

Read the full method: formula, sources and exclusions

CR Score factors and weights
FactorWeightComputed fromIn Durham data
Reputation35%Bayesian-adjusted Google star ratingMeasured
Credentials15%Active state license 0.6, bond 0.2, workers’ comp 0.2Not yet collected
Review volume10%log10(reviews + 1) against the list maximumMeasured
Recency10%Share of reviews from the last 12 monthsNot yet collected
Availability10%Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-dayMeasured
Trade focus10%Google main category 1.0, business name 0.7, additional category 0.5Measured
Proximity5%1.0 when based in the city, falling to 0 at the trade’s radiusMeasured
Completeness5%Website, photos, description, hours, claimed profile (0.2 each)Measured

General contractors in Durham: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general contractor in Durham?

By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Durham, CA is JD Rivera Construction with a CR Score of 89/100. It has 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. CS Cabinet Refacing (#2) and Cornerstone Construction (#3) follow. We ranked 71 general contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.

How many general contractors are there in Durham?

ContractorsRanked ranks 71 general contractors serving Durham, CA. 4 of them are based in Durham; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.

Which general contractors in Durham are open 24/7?

2 ranked general contractors in Durham post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are JD Rivera Construction (#1) and Cornerstone Construction (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.

Which general contractors in Durham work on weekends?

19 of 71 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 9 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are JD Rivera Construction (#1), CS Cabinet Refacing (#2) and Cornerstone Construction (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.

How do I check a general contractor's license in California?

In California, Contractors State License Board (CSLB) handles licensing and covers B General Building contractor license (B-2 for residential remodeling). Search the business or license number at https://www.cslb.ca.gov/OnlineServices/CheckLicenseII/CheckLicense.aspx. Jobs of $1,000 or more in labor and materials (from January 1, 2025).

How much does kitchen remodel cost in Durham?

Kitchen remodel typically costs $15,240 to $43,470, with $28,190 typical (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)). The range is adjusted for California. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.

What Google rating do Durham general contractors have?

The median Google rating among 71 rated general contractors in Durham is 4.9★, with a median of 6 reviews. Experts In Your Home has the most, 51 reviews, and ranks #11. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.

How does ContractorsRanked rank general contractors?

Each general contractor gets a 0–100 CR Score from 8 published factors, led by reputation (35%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). Factors we cannot measure are left out, not scored as zero. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.

Update log for Durham

  1. October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 71 general contractors serving Durham.
  2. October 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.

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