308 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
Best overall in Newark: Elite Flooring and Remodeling, CR Score 88/100; 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews; open 24/7.
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Aqua It, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 308.
Most-reviewed: Nu-Seal Sealcoating And Asphalt Maintenance, 251 Google reviews at 4.9★, the most of 308 ranked; ranked #23.
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308 Newark general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 39 are open 24/7, 136 open Saturdays and 74 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.9★ across 308 rated businesses.
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Elite Flooring and Remodeling | 88 | 5.0★ (18) | Newark | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Aqua It | 88 | 4.6★ (27) | Newark | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | BAHA'S FLOORING KITCHEN & BATH REMODELING | 87 | 4.8★ (71) | Newark | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Holding Hands | 87 | 5.0★ (13) | Newark | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Frank J. Devonshire General Contracting | 86 | 4.8★ (103) | Wilmington, 9 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | IG Home Improvements LLC | 85 | 5.0★ (4) | Newark | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | DSR The Basement Remodeling Specialist | 85 | 4.8★ (25) | Middletown, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 8 | Burton Construction Co and Chimney chase cover Other Services: | 84 | 4.7★ (12) | Hockessin, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Mid-Atlantic Steel LLC | 84 | 4.7★ (9) | New Castle, 8 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Precision Home Worx | 84 | 5.0★ (29) | Claymont, 9 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
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 availability: 5.0★ from 18 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Newark
Ranked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 27 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Newark
Ranked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 71 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Newark
Ranked #4 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wilmington, 9 mi away
Ranked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 103 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Newark
Ranked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Middletown, 14 mi away
Ranked #7 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 25 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Hockessin, 8 mi away
Ranked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 12 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in New Castle, 8 mi away
Ranked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Claymont, 9 mi away
Ranked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wilmington, 8 mi away
Ranked #11 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 12 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Oxford, 13 mi away
Ranked #12 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Glasgow, 6 mi away
Ranked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wilmington, 8 mi away
Ranked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Elkton, 10 mi away
Ranked #15 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in New Castle, 7 mi away
Ranked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Newark
Ranked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Glasgow, 9 mi away
Ranked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Middletown, 14 mi away
Ranked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Chester, 23 mi away
Ranked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 70 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Wilmington, 16 mi away
Ranked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.8★ from 19 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in West Chester, 20 mi away
Ranked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Broomall, 20 mi away
Ranked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 251 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
Based in Newark
Ranked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
Based in Middletown, 17 mi away
Ranked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 30 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
#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 308 ranked general contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Archadeck of Delaware | 4.7★ (33) | In Newark |
| Brookside Contractors LLC | 4.8★ (12) | In Newark |
| Cipriano's Kitchen Improvements LLC | 5.0★ (18) | In Newark |
| Delaware Construction Services | 4.9★ (46) | In Newark |
| Elevated Remodeling | 4.5★ (629) | In Newark |
| Flat Roof Company | 5.0★ (12) | In Newark |
| Handyman Mark | 4.1★ (18) | In Newark |
| JD Gates Exteriors | 4.6★ (86) | In Newark |
| JKR Roofing and Renovations | 5.0★ (16) | In Newark |
| Michael A. Rumps Concrete & Construction LLC. | 4.8★ (94) | In Newark |
| Mister Sparky of New Castle County | 4.9★ (372) | In Newark |
| ProDeckRestore.com | 5.0★ (23) | In Newark |
| Pyle Hauling & Junk Removal LLC | 4.9★ (213) | In Newark |
| RIGHT REMODEL LLC | 5.0★ (31) | In Newark |
| Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup | 4.8★ (1,956) | In Newark |
| Stay True Plumbing | 4.4★ (29) | In Newark |
| Superior Fence & Rail | 4.9★ (53) | In Newark |
| T.A Cochran and Son, Inc - HVAC and Plumbing in Newark, DE. | 4.5★ (43) | In Newark |
| Tremel's Integrity Painting LLC | 5.0★ (12) | In Newark |
| Troy Granite | 4.4★ (220) | In Newark |
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Delaware with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,650 | $27,090 | $41,780 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 1.00 South Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $6,520 | $11,910 | $17,300 | Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 0.98 South Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
We scored 308 Newark 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 Newark 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 |