49 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
Best overall in Gonzales: Coastal Paving & Excavating, CR Score 85/100; 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews.
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): BYLT Construction Company, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 49.
Most-reviewed: Palacios Construction, 21 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 49 ranked after Coastal Paving & Excavating; ranked #16.
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49 Gonzales general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 3 are open 24/7, 10 open Saturdays and 2 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 49 rated businesses.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coastal Paving & Excavating | 85 | 5.0★ (36) | Monterey, 24 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | BYLT Construction Company | 83 | 5.0★ (19) | Hollister, 20 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Robert Clark Construction | 81 | 5.0★ (20) | Ben Lomond, 13 mi away | Sat · Sun | — |
| 4 | Two Bros Construction Inc | 80 | 5.0★ (5) | Gilroy, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Chris Andrade Construction | 79 | 5.0★ (11) | Pacific Grove, 25 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Staley Construction Inc | 79 | 5.0★ (5) | Salinas, 15 mi away | — | — |
| 7 | Stocker & Allaire | 78 | 5.0★ (7) | Monterey, 21 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Dynamic Contractors & Electric | 78 | 5.0★ (20) | Aptos, 13 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | N Alvarado Construction | 76 | 5.0★ (8) | Monterey, 19 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | California Stucco | 76 | 5.0★ (6) | Salinas, 12 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 review volume: 5.0★ from 36 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (36).
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Hollister, 20 mi away
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Ben Lomond, 13 mi away
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, 20 Google reviews.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Gilroy, 13 mi away
Ranked #4 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.
Based in Pacific Grove, 25 mi away
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Salinas, 15 mi away
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Monterey, 21 mi away
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Aptos, 13 mi away
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Monterey, 19 mi away
Ranked #9 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.
Based in Salinas, 12 mi away
Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Monterey, 19 mi away
Ranked #11 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.
Based in Monterey, 21 mi away
Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 17 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Prunedale, 14 mi away
Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Seaside, 23 mi away
Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Salinas, 18 mi away
Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Monterey, 24 mi away
Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Monterey, 24 mi away
Ranked #17 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 Salinas, 15 mi away
Ranked #18 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.
Based in Soledad, 10 mi away
Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hollister, 23 mi away
Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Salinas, 24 mi away
Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 9 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Capitola, 13 mi away
Ranked #22 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.
Based in Monterey, 21 mi away
Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.4★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hollister, 23 mi away
Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Salinas, 15 mi away
Ranked #25 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.
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #49, in CR Score order; each links to its profile.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| A & A Construction Co | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Alfredo Hernandez & Sons Construction | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Angkor Engineering Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Arroyo Labor Contracting Services | 5.0★ (2) | In Gonzales |
| Artisan Epoxy Coatings | In Gonzales | |
| BuildXConstruction | 1.0★ (1) | In Gonzales |
| Central Coast Builders Association | 4.5★ (2) | 18 mi |
| Fehl Construction | 5.0★ (2) | 21 mi |
| Gourley Construction Inc. | 4.7★ (3) | In Gonzales |
| LBC Connstruction Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 8 mi |
| Martin General Construction | 3.0★ (1) | In Gonzales |
| Monterey Bay granite Marble & Tile Inc. | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Monterey Construction Co | 5.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Moon Tower Services LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 17 mi |
| OLLIN Home Improvements LLC | 5.0★ (2) | 13 mi |
| Portola Construction Inc | 3.0★ (2) | 16 mi |
| Santa Lucia Fence | In Gonzales | |
| Sunrise Construction | 5.0★ (2) | 22 mi |
| Valverde building contractor, inc | 5.0★ (2) | 10 mi |
| Vision Development Group | 5.0★ (2) | 21 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).
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Guide checked October 2026. How we verify licenses
We scored 49 Gonzales 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 Gonzales 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 |