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Best General Contractors in El Centro, CA (2026)

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The short answer

  1. 1

    Best overall in El Centro: Build and Restore Construction, CR Score 85/100; 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews; open 24/7.

  2. 2

    Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Garcia Construction, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 24.

  3. 3

    Most-reviewed: GRUPO GABA CONSTRUCTORA, 25 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 24 ranked; ranked #3.

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

24 El Centro general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 5 are open 24/7, 12 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.8★ across 24 rated businesses.

Top 10 general contractors in El Centro at a glance

Top 10 general contractors in El Centro at a glance
RankBusinessCR ScoreGoogle ratingBased inHoursBest for
1Build and Restore Construction854.8★ (6)Calexico, 6 mi away24/7Overall
2Garcia Construction834.8★ (8)Brawley, 13 mi away24/7Emergencies
3GRUPO GABA CONSTRUCTORA835.0★ (25)Calexico, 14 mi awaySatMost reviews
4Imperial County Canine Institute834.7★ (6)Brawley, 14 mi away24/7—
5Joey Boots Builders835.0★ (5)El CentroSat · Sun · Evenings—
6Pro Services Poured Rubber El Centro835.0★ (10)El CentroSat—
7G4 Construction814.7★ (6)Imperial, 4 mi away——
8Reno Modular Installers Inc.793.7★ (3)Imperial, 5 mi awaySat · Sun—
9Anguiano Diseño y Construcción795.0★ (6)Calexico, 14 mi away——
10Green's General Maintenance & Repair794.3★ (3)El Centro——

The 24 best general contractors in El Centro, ranked

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

  2. #2 Garcia Construction

    Based in Brawley, 13 mi away

    83/100CR Score

    Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews, open 24/7.

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

    • 4.8★ from 8 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    943 E St, Brawley, CA 92227
    View profile for Garcia Construction(760) 351-9382

  3. #3 GRUPO GABA CONSTRUCTORA

    Based in Calexico, 14 mi away

    83/100CR Score

    Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (25).

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

    • 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
    View profile for GRUPO GABA CONSTRUCTORA+526863078222

  5. #5 Joey Boots Builders

    Based in El Centro

    83/100CR Score

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

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

    • 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Sun 8 AM–10 PM
    View profile for Joey Boots Builders(760) 455-6189

  7. #7 G4 Construction

    Based in Imperial, 4 mi away

    81/100CR Score

    Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 6 Google reviews
    Address
    121 N F St, Imperial, CA 92251
    View profile for G4 Construction(760) 355-4332

  8. #8 Reno Modular Installers Inc.

    Based in Imperial, 5 mi away

    79/100CR Score

    Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

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

    • 3.7★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
    Address
    2875 Nance Rd, Imperial, CA 92251
    View profile for Reno Modular Installers Inc.(760) 455-3380

  11. #11 Duggins Construction, Inc.

    Based in Imperial, 3 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

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

    • 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    341 Crown Ct, Imperial, CA 92251
    View profile for Duggins Construction, Inc.(760) 355-5600

  12. #12 Californias Diseño y Construcción

    Based in Calexico, 12 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #12 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.

    • 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6:30 PM · Sat 8:30 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Av. República del Salvador 576-A, Cuauhtémoc Sur, 21220 Mexicali, B.C., Mexico
    View profile for Californias Diseño y Construcción+526864703448

  13. #13 SPW Services

    Based in Calexico, 8 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    Address
    1337 Sunlight St, Calexico, CA 92231
    View profile for SPW Services(619) 373-2308

  14. #14 calexic construction

    Based in Calexico, 9 mi away

    78/100CR Score

    Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    • Open 24/7
    Hours
    Open 24 hours, 7 days
    View profile for calexic construction(760) 300-7189

  15. #15 Desarrollos y Construcciones del Noroeste S.A. de C.V.

    Based in Calexico, 11 mi away

    77/100CR Score

    Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.

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

    • 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
    Address
    Calz. de las Américas 657, Cuauhtémoc Nte, 21200 Mexicali, B.C., Mexico
    View profile for Desarrollos y Construcciones del Noroeste S.A. de C.V.+526865666989

  18. #18 CenC - Conceptos en Concreto

    Based in Calexico, 12 mi away

    76/100CR Score

    Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.

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

    • 4.9★ from 10 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    Av República de Brasil 13, Compuertas, 21200 Mexicali, B.C., Mexico
    View profile for CenC - Conceptos en Concreto+526865684736

  19. #19 Civsa Construction

    Based in Calexico, 11 mi away

    75/100CR Score

    Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 8 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    Av. Mariano Arista 1585-Interior 4, Nueva, 21100 Mexicali, B.C., Mexico
    View profile for Civsa Construction+526865544942

  20. #20 3J Restoration LLC

    Based in Calexico, 9 mi away

    75/100CR Score

    Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

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

    • 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
    Address
    919 Imperial Ave, Calexico, CA 92231
    View profile for 3J Restoration LLC

  21. #21 A&N Quality Builders

    Based in El Centro

    74/100CR Score

    Ranked #21 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 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    998 Industry Way, El Centro, CA 92243
    View profile for A&N Quality Builders(760) 337-9488

  22. #22 IV Flooring Inc

    Based in Imperial, 3 mi away

    73/100CR Score

    Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.

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

    • 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    504 Industry Way, Imperial, CA 92251
    View profile for IV Flooring Inc(760) 562-7179

  24. #24 Masters Construction

    Based in Brawley, 13 mi away

    65/100CR Score

    Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Paving contractor”.

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

    • 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
    Hours
    Mon–Fri 8 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
    Address
    1610 Main St, Brawley, CA 92227
    View profile for Masters Construction(760) 344-7400

Also serving El Centro

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.

Unranked general contractors serving El Centro
BusinessGoogle ratingDistance
A+ Speedy Plumbing & Leak Detection2.0★ (6)In El Centro
Custom Sweeping5.0★ (1)In El Centro
El Centro Wastewater Treatment5.0★ (1)In El Centro
FA General Construction & Plumbing5.0★ (4)In El Centro
FAIRFIELD COOLING5.0★ (2)In El Centro
G Mac Development Co5.0★ (1)In El Centro
Granite Construction Co5.0★ (1)In El Centro
Imperial County Building & ConstructionIn El Centro
IV PRO HANDYMAN5.0★ (1)In El Centro
Kalthia Construction & Management5.0★ (1)In El Centro
Las Palmas landscape4.0★ (1)In El Centro
Madrigal Development LIC. 1088828 (JUO Corporation)5.0★ (2)In El Centro
Mike White Construction3.0★ (2)In El Centro
Preece Overhead Door3.1★ (15)In El Centro
RC Perry Real Estate, Development and Construction ServicesIn El Centro
Soqui Remodeling3.0★ (2)In El Centro
Sun Valley Applicators LLC4.0★ (2)In El Centro
Sunshade Factory Co4.0★ (2)In El Centro
Supreme Electrical Contracting5.0★ (1)In El Centro
Tabarez General Contractors5.0★ (2)In El Centro

How much do general contractors cost in El Centro?

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 El Centro?
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 El Centro general contractors

We scored 24 El Centro 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 El Centro 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 El Centro: frequently asked questions

Who is the best general contractor in El Centro?

By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in El Centro, CA is Build and Restore Construction with a CR Score of 85/100. It has 4.8★ from 6 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Garcia Construction (#2) and GRUPO GABA CONSTRUCTORA (#3) follow. We ranked 24 general contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.

How many general contractors are there in El Centro?

ContractorsRanked ranks 24 general contractors serving El Centro, CA. 4 of them are based in El Centro; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 25 mi are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of October 2026.

Which general contractors in El Centro are open 24/7?

5 ranked general contractors in El Centro post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Build and Restore Construction (#1), Garcia Construction (#2) and Imperial County Canine Institute (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.

Which general contractors in El Centro work on weekends?

12 of 24 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Build and Restore Construction (#1), Garcia Construction (#2) and GRUPO GABA CONSTRUCTORA (#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 El Centro?

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 El Centro general contractors have?

The median Google rating among 24 rated general contractors in El Centro is 4.8★, with a median of 6 reviews. GRUPO GABA CONSTRUCTORA has the most, 25 reviews, and ranks #3. 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 El Centro

  1. October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 24 general contractors serving El Centro.
  2. October 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.

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