88/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best General Contractors in Reading, PA (2026)
238 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Reading: H&B General Construction Co, CR Score 88/100; 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Reliable General Contracting, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 238.
- 40
Most-reviewed: Integra Environmental, 390 Google reviews at 5.0★, the most of 238 ranked; ranked #40.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
238 Reading general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 20 are open 24/7, 81 open Saturdays and 38 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 238 rated businesses.
Top 10 general contractors in Reading at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | H&B General Construction Co | 88 | 4.9★ (43) | Allentown, 9 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | Reliable General Contracting | 88 | 5.0★ (125) | Pottstown, 23 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Adel Home Services | 87 | 4.7★ (90) | Pottstown, 16 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 4 | Diaz Construction LLC | 87 | 5.0★ (8) | Reading | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Alefia Contracting Inc. | 87 | 5.0★ (57) | Pottstown, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 6 | Pro Elite Builders llc | 87 | 5.0★ (11) | Shillington, 4 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Reno Roofing | 85 | 5.0★ (15) | Reading | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 8 | Blue Kangaroo Packoutz of Bucks/Lehigh | 84 | 5.0★ (31) | Allentown, 24 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 9 | Descco Design & Construction | 84 | 4.1★ (14) | Blandon, 10 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | Nolly's Construction Co LLC | 83 | 5.0★ (4) | Blandon, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 238 best general contractors in Reading, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Pottstown, 23 mi away
88/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 125 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 125 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 22 Country Club Rd, Royersford, PA 19468
Based in Pottstown, 16 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.7★ from 90 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.7★ from 90 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 406 Cherry St, Pottstown, PA 19464
Based in Reading
87/100CR ScoreRanked #4 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.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Pottstown, 20 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 57 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 57 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 285 Linfield Rd, Spring City, PA 19475
Based in Shillington, 4 mi away
87/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 618 Grove Ave, Mohnton, PA 19540
#7 Reno Roofing
Based in Reading
85/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–7 PM
- Address
- 1810 Liggett Ave, Reading, PA 19607
Based in Allentown, 24 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 6990B Snowdrift Rd Suite 100, Allentown, PA 18106
Based in Blandon, 10 mi away
84/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.1★ from 14 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1 N Willow St, Fleetwood, PA 19522
Based in Blandon, 9 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #10 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.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- Park Rd, Fleetwood, PA 19522
Based in Wyomissing, 2 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 27 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–8 PM · Sat 9 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 945 Hill Ave suite 300 pmb 430, Wyomissing, PA 19610
Based in Broomall, 15 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 21 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–9 PM · Sun 9 AM–9 PM
Based in Reading
82/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 8 Google reviews
- Address
- 1242 Allegheny Ave, Reading, PA 19601
Based in Tacony, 22 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 38 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
Based in Wyomissing, 2 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 88 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–3:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1155 Penn Ave, Wyomissing, PA 19610
Based in Kennett Square, 25 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Reading
81/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat 7 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 4891 Oley Turnpike Rd, Reading, PA 19606
#18 Stanley Sweeping
Based in Kutztown, 17 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 6 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 700 Tomahawk Dr, Kutztown, PA 19530
Based in Phoenixville, 14 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.4★ from 7 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
#20 E R Stuebner Inc
Based in Reading
81/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 3.8★ from 4 Google reviews
- Address
- 227 Blair Ave, Reading, PA 19601
Based in Pottstown, 16 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, open 24/7.
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
- 262 S Hanover St, Pottstown, PA 19465
Based in Pottstown, 20 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 24 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 24 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 33 Baptist Church Rd, Spring City, PA 19475
Based in Pottsville, 15 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #23 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.
- 5.0★ from 11 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 5 AM–5 PM
Based in Reading
81/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.5★ from 6 Google reviews
- Address
- 400 St Bernardine St, Reading, PA 19607
Based in Pottstown, 19 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 29 Google reviews
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 238 ranked general contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Reading
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.
How much do general contractors cost in Reading?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Pennsylvania with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $16,000 | $29,600 | $45,640 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 1.10 Middle Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $7,670 | $14,020 | $20,380 | Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 1.15 Middle Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How to check a general contractor's license in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, Home Improvement Contractor Registration licenses Home improvement contractor registration (Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act).
Contractors doing at least $5,000 of home improvements a year.
- 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 Reading general contractors
We scored 238 Reading 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 Reading 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 Reading: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in Reading?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Reading, PA is H&B General Construction Co with a CR Score of 88/100. It has 4.9★ from 43 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. Reliable General Contracting (#2) and Adel Home Services (#3) follow. We ranked 238 general contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in Reading?
ContractorsRanked ranks 238 general contractors serving Reading, PA. 11 of them are based in Reading; 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 Reading are open 24/7?
20 ranked general contractors in Reading post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are H&B General Construction Co (#1), Reliable General Contracting (#2) and Adel Home Services (#3). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general contractors in Reading work on weekends?
81 of 238 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 38 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are H&B General Construction Co (#1), Reliable General Contracting (#2) and Adel Home Services (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check a general contractor's license in Pennsylvania?
In Pennsylvania, Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General, Home Improvement Contractor Registration handles licensing and covers Home improvement contractor registration (Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act). Contractors doing at least $5,000 of home improvements a year.
How much does kitchen remodel cost in Reading?
Kitchen remodel typically costs $16,000 to $45,640, with $29,600 typical (Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 1.10 Middle Atlantic factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Pennsylvania. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Reading general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 238 rated general contractors in Reading is 5.0★, with a median of 9 reviews. Integra Environmental has the most, 390 reviews, and ranks #40. 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 Reading
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 238 general contractors serving Reading.
- October 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.
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