59/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, the most in Red Oak.
- 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon closed · Tue–Thu 9 AM–4 PM · Fri 9 AM–12 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Best General Contractors in Red Oak, IA (2026)
7 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Red Oak: RabFak Construction, CR Score 59/100; 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews.
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Most-reviewed: Richardson Construction, LLC, 14 Google reviews at 4.3★, tied for the most of 7 ranked; ranked #2.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
7 Red Oak general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 2 open Saturdays and 1 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 7 rated businesses.
Top 7 general contractors in Red Oak at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | RabFak Construction | 59 | 5.0★ (14) | Council Bluffs, 10 mi away | — | Overall |
| 2 | Richardson Construction, LLC | 57 | 4.3★ (14) | Clarinda, 21 mi away | Sat | Most reviews |
| 3 | Grand Contracting LLC | 57 | 4.3★ (3) | Red Oak | Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Challenger Construction Inc. | 54 | 5.0★ (6) | Council Bluffs, 22 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | Integrity Construction of Southwest Iowa | 52 | 3.4★ (5) | Shenandoah, 19 mi away | — | — |
| 6 | Beery Construction-Excavating Contractor | 51 | 5.0★ (9) | Clarinda, 23 mi away | Evenings | — |
| 7 | Stevens Brothers Construction | 50 | 5.0★ (3) | Clarinda, 21 mi away | — | — |
The 7 best general contractors in Red Oak, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from ten published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Scores below: based on 8 of 10 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Clarinda, 21 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 14 Google reviews, the most in Red Oak.
- 4.3★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1747 W Ave, Clarinda, IA 51632
Based in Red Oak
57/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 4.3★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–8 PM · Sat closed · Sun 7 AM–8 PM
- Address
- 1981 G Ave, Red Oak, IA 51566
Based in Council Bluffs, 22 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 6 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat 9 AM–12 PM · Sun closed
Based in Shenandoah, 19 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 3.4★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 1100 8th Ave, Shenandoah, IA 51601
Based in Clarinda, 23 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2235 U Ave, Clarinda, IA 51632
Based in Clarinda, 21 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 922 E Washington St, Clarinda, IA 51632
How much do general contractors cost in Red Oak?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Iowa with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $14,300 | $26,440 | $40,770 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.98 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $6,840 | $12,500 | $18,160 | Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 1.03 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How we ranked Red Oak general contractors
We scored 7 Red Oak general contractors on ten 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. A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, 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 Red Oak data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Credentials | 15% | Active state license, bond and workers’ comp on file | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed business on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 5% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly open hours, Saturday, Sunday, 24/7 or same-day | Measured |
| Trade focus | 10% | How clearly the business does this trade (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | Based in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The business has claimed its ContractorsRanked profile (free or paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Partnered | 5% | The business links to ContractorsRanked from its own website with our badge, checked periodically | Measured |
| ContractorsRanked reviews | 10% | Verified customer reviews collected by ContractorsRanked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
General contractors in Red Oak: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in Red Oak?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Red Oak, IA is RabFak Construction with a CR Score of 59/100. It has 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews. Richardson Construction, LLC (#2) and Grand Contracting LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 7 general contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in Red Oak?
ContractorsRanked ranks 7 general contractors serving Red Oak, IA. 1 of them is based in Red Oak; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Counts are as of October 2026.
Which general contractors in Red Oak work on weekends?
2 of 7 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 1 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Richardson Construction, LLC (#2) and Challenger Construction Inc. (#4). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does kitchen remodel cost in Red Oak?
Kitchen remodel typically costs $14,300 to $40,770, with $26,440 typical (Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.98 West North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Iowa. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Red Oak general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 7 rated general contractors in Red Oak is 5.0★, with a median of 6 reviews. RabFak Construction has the most, 14 reviews, and ranks #1. 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 ten published factors, led by reputation (25%), credentials (15%), review volume (10%) and trade focus (10%). A business with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only businesses with a confirmed trade and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do general contractors outside Red Oak count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Red Oak city center, our service radius for general contractors. Each listing shows where the business is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the CR Score, so a nearby business gets a small edge.
Can general contractors pay to rank higher on ContractorsRanked?
No. The CR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured businesses may appear above the list, labelled Featured and showing their honest rank.
Update log for Red Oak
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 7 general contractors serving Red Oak.
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