90/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 16 Technology Dr #142, Irvine, CA 92618
Best General Contractors in Lake Forest, CA (2026)
853 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Lake Forest: Cap Edge Construction, CR Score 90/100; 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Timberline Build Co, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 853.
- 18
Most-reviewed: The Container Store, 431 Google reviews at 4.3★, the most of 853 ranked; ranked #18.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
853 Lake Forest general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 73 are open 24/7, 364 open Saturdays and 206 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 853 rated businesses.
Top 10 general contractors in Lake Forest at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Cap Edge Construction | 90 | 5.0★ (43) | Irvine, 3 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Timberline Build Co | 89 | 5.0★ (27) | Lake Forest | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Creative Construction 360 Inc. | 88 | 4.9★ (67) | Costa Mesa, 13 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Eagle Eye Home Services | 87 | 4.9★ (83) | Placentia, 17 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Orange County Interlocking Paving Co - Orange County Pavers and Pool Decking | 87 | 4.9★ (48) | Orange, 12 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | JRD Construction OC | 87 | 4.9★ (43) | Costa Mesa, 11 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | GREEN MONKEY LANDSCAPE | 86 | 5.0★ (25) | Brea, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Dreambuild Construction | 86 | 5.0★ (14) | Aliso Viejo, 5 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Master Mold Remediation | 86 | 4.7★ (27) | Irvine, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | So Cal Sandbags, Inc. | 86 | 4.7★ (53) | Corona, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 853 best general contractors in Lake Forest, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Lake Forest
89/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 22600 Lambert St, Lake Forest, CA 92630
Based in Costa Mesa, 13 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 67 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 67 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1260 Logan Ave Suite A1, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Based in Placentia, 17 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 83 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1672 Sierra Madre Cir, Placentia, CA 92870
Based in Orange, 12 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 48 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 48 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 355 S Cll Grande, Orange, CA 92869
Based in Costa Mesa, 11 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3001 Red Hill Ave Suite 2-206, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Based in Brea, 10 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 25 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Aliso Viejo, 5 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Irvine, 9 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 27 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- E, 2981 Michelson Dr, Irvine, CA 92612
Based in Corona, 16 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 53 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.7★ from 53 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 12620 Bosley Ln, Corona, CA 92883
Based in Aliso Viejo, 5 mi away
86/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 165 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 165 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
Based in Brea, 7 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.8★ from 17 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Mission Viejo, 3 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 27952 Finisterra, Mission Viejo, CA 92692
Based in Aliso Viejo, 5 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.3★ from 18 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#15 RJH Construction
Based in Laguna Hills, 5 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 27071 Cabot Rd, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Based in Newport Beach, 10 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5000 Birch Street West, Tower, Suite 3000, Newport Beach, CA 92660
Based in Laguna Beach, 9 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1968 S Coast Hwy #1964, Laguna Beach, CA 92651
Based in Costa Mesa, 12 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 431 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.3★ from 431 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 10 AM–8 PM · Sun 10 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 901-G S Coast Dr, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
#19 Ko Contractors
Based in Buena Park, 5 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#20 Occ Restoration
Based in Irvine, 10 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2372 Morse Ave Ste. 540, Irvine, CA 92614
Based in Anaheim, 17 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 325 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.9★ from 325 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Thu 8 AM–6 PM · Fri–Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1241 N Lakeview Ave suite h, Anaheim, CA 92807
Based in Mission Viejo, 3 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 23892 Via El Rocio, Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Based in Corona, 17 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 67 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 1611 Pomona Rd, Corona, CA 92878
Based in Costa Mesa, 12 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.4★ from 20 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 600 Anton Blvd Suite 1100, Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Based in Anaheim, 18 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.4★ from 64 Google reviews, open 24/7.
- 4.4★ from 64 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 222 S Harbor Blvd #500, Anaheim, CA 92805
General contractors ranked #26 to #50
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #50, in CR Score order; each links to its profile. We publish the top 50 of 853 ranked general contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Lake Forest
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 |
|---|---|---|
| 1st Painting Contractors | 5.0★ (4) | In Lake Forest |
| Apex Kitchen Bath Flooring | 4.6★ (13) | In Lake Forest |
| Applied Plastering | 1.8★ (5) | In Lake Forest |
| Bay Cities Paving | 5.0★ (27) | In Lake Forest |
| Bienek Roofing-Construction | 5.0★ (4) | In Lake Forest |
| Clever Concrete Construction Inc. | 4.8★ (49) | In Lake Forest |
| Closet and Garage Remedy | 5.0★ (105) | In Lake Forest |
| Custom Construction Plumbing | 5.0★ (4) | In Lake Forest |
| Dennis Bedell Contracting | 5.0★ (4) | In Lake Forest |
| Dove Ceilings | 5.0★ (11) | In Lake Forest |
| Emergency Home & Water Damage of Orange County | 4.9★ (86) | In Lake Forest |
| F Z Construction | 5.0★ (10) | In Lake Forest |
| Garage Floors 1 Day | 4.8★ (132) | In Lake Forest |
| Harvest Remodeling Services Inc | 4.6★ (34) | In Lake Forest |
| Just Perfect Renovations | 5.0★ (3) | In Lake Forest |
| Mission Viejo Heating & Air | 5.0★ (907) | In Lake Forest |
| New Gen Landscape & Design | 4.2★ (5) | In Lake Forest |
| One Season Heating and Air Conditioning | 5.0★ (189) | In Lake Forest |
| ProHome Remodels | 5.0★ (25) | In Lake Forest |
| Titan Home Builders Lake Forest | 5.0★ (6) | In Lake Forest |
How much do general contractors cost in Lake Forest?
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 |
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).
- Search the business name or license number on the Contractors State License Board (CSLB) license lookup.
- Check that the status is active and the name matches the contract or truck.
- 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 Lake Forest general contractors
We scored 853 Lake Forest 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 Lake Forest 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 |
General contractors in Lake Forest: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in Lake Forest?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Lake Forest, CA is Cap Edge Construction with a CR Score of 90/100. It has 5.0★ from 43 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Timberline Build Co (#2) and Creative Construction 360 Inc. (#3) follow. We ranked 853 general contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in Lake Forest?
ContractorsRanked ranks 853 general contractors serving Lake Forest, CA. 2 of them are based in Lake Forest; 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 Lake Forest are open 24/7?
73 ranked general contractors in Lake Forest post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Cap Edge Construction (#1), Timberline Build Co (#2) and Creative Construction 360 Inc. (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general contractors in Lake Forest work on weekends?
364 of 853 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 206 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Cap Edge Construction (#1), Timberline Build Co (#2) and Creative Construction 360 Inc. (#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 Lake Forest?
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 Lake Forest general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 853 rated general contractors in Lake Forest is 5.0★, with a median of 8 reviews. The Container Store has the most, 431 reviews, and ranks #18. 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 Lake Forest
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 853 general contractors serving Lake Forest.
- October 2026: 13 duplicate listings merged.
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