62/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and review volume: 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews, the most in Saint Joseph.
- 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Best General Contractors in Saint Joseph, MI (2026)
24 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Best overall in Saint Joseph: Semper Gumby Construction, CR Score 62/100; 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews.
- 5
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): Bennett Construction LLC, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #5 of 24.
- 17
Most-reviewed: Complete Pools and Construction, 37 Google reviews at 3.4★, the most of 24 ranked after Semper Gumby Construction; ranked #17.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
24 Saint Joseph general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from ten published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 9 open Saturdays and 5 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 5.0★ across 24 rated businesses.
Top 10 general contractors in Saint Joseph at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Semper Gumby Construction | 62 | 5.0★ (40) | Saint Joseph | — | Overall |
| 2 | Vista Construction, Inc. | 59 | 5.0★ (20) | Benton Harbor, 2 mi away | — | — |
| 3 | J&L enterprise corporation LLC | 58 | 4.8★ (16) | Granger, 10 mi away | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Diamond Construction Builders LLC | 58 | 5.0★ (12) | Benton Harbor, 7 mi away | Sat | — |
| 5 | Bennett Construction LLC | 57 | 5.0★ (3) | Benton Harbor, 7 mi away | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 6 | Kalin Construction Co | 56 | 4.1★ (36) | Saint Joseph | — | — |
| 7 | Pearson Construction Company | 55 | 4.3★ (7) | Benton Harbor, 1 mi away | — | — |
| 8 | Raise The Barr Construction | 54 | 5.0★ (10) | Center Line, 12 mi away | — | — |
| 9 | Panella Construction | 54 | 5.0★ (3) | Granger, 20 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 10 | McGuire's Professional Construction, Inc. | 54 | 5.0★ (4) | Benton Harbor, 3 mi away | — | — |
The 24 best general contractors in Saint Joseph, 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 Benton Harbor, 2 mi away
59/100CR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 20 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 422 Gary Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Based in Granger, 10 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 4.8★ from 16 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Wed 10 AM–9 PM · Thu 10 AM–10 PM · Fri–Sat 10 AM–9 PM · Sun closed
Based in Benton Harbor, 7 mi away
58/100CR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 814 Roslin Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Based in Benton Harbor, 7 mi away
57/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 3225 Hillandale Rd, Sodus, MI 49126
Based in Saint Joseph
56/100CR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.1★ from 36 Google reviews.
- 4.1★ from 36 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2663 Yore Ave, Sodus, MI 49126
Based in Benton Harbor, 1 mi away
55/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 4.3★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 240 W Britain Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Based in Center Line, 12 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Granger, 20 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Based in Benton Harbor, 3 mi away
54/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 335 Urbandale Ave, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Based in Dowagiac, 9 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #11 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 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
#12 Detroit Shedz
Based in Niles, 24 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Steel construction company”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 2634 Detroit Rd, Niles, MI 49120
Based in Fair Plain, 5 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–4:30 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 4295 N Roosevelt Rd, Stevensville, MI 49127
Based in Benton Harbor, 4 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.3★ from 15 Google reviews.
- 4.3★ from 15 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2350 Pipestone Rd, Benton Harbor, MI 49022
Based in Granger, 25 mi away
53/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 27 Google reviews.
- 4.2★ from 27 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 7:30 AM–9 PM
Based in Elkhart, 19 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Niles, 24 mi away
52/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 3.4★ from 37 Google reviews.
- 3.4★ from 37 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 1899 M-51, Niles, MI 49120
Based in Dowagiac, 24 mi away
51/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 9 AM–5 PM
- Address
- 56661 Twin Lakes Rd, Cassopolis, MI 49031
Based in Saint Joseph
51/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Swimming pool contractor”.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 421 Court St, St Joseph, MI 49085
#20 Let's Fix It
Based in Nappanee, 17 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Niles, 18 mi away
50/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 5.0★ from 4 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2912 N US Hwy 31, Niles, MI 49120
#22 Level Up Fix It
Based in Portage, 18 mi away
49/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 4.7★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7:30 AM–6 PM · Sat–Sun closed
Based in Dowagiac, 21 mi away
48/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
- 2.6★ from 5 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 201 Percy St, Dowagiac, MI 49047
Based in Dowagiac, 19 mi away
47/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Carpenter”.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 53995 Marke Rd, Dowagiac, MI 49047
Also serving Saint Joseph
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 Saint Joseph?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Michigan with a published regional index. Each row names its basis and month.
| Job | Low | Typical | High | Basis | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kitchen remodel | $13,850 | $25,610 | $39,490 | Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
| Bathroom remodel | $6,340 | $11,580 | $16,830 | Per bathroom: typical range of customer-reported remodels. US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report) | October 2026 |
How to check a general contractor's license in Michigan
In Michigan, Michigan LARA, Residential Builders and Maintenance & Alteration Contractors licenses Residential builder license.
- 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 Saint Joseph general contractors
We scored 24 Saint Joseph 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 Saint Joseph 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 Saint Joseph: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in Saint Joseph?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Saint Joseph, MI is Semper Gumby Construction with a CR Score of 62/100. It has 5.0★ from 40 Google reviews. Vista Construction, Inc. (#2) and J&L enterprise corporation LLC (#3) follow. We ranked 24 general contractors on ten factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in Saint Joseph?
ContractorsRanked ranks 24 general contractors serving Saint Joseph, MI. 3 of them are based in Saint Joseph; 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 Saint Joseph are open 24/7?
4 ranked general contractors in Saint Joseph post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Bennett Construction LLC (#5), Panella Construction (#9) and Detroit Shedz (#12). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general contractors in Saint Joseph work on weekends?
9 of 24 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 5 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are J&L enterprise corporation LLC (#3), Diamond Construction Builders LLC (#4) and Bennett Construction LLC (#5). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How do I check a general contractor's license in Michigan?
In Michigan, Michigan LARA, Residential Builders and Maintenance & Alteration Contractors handles licensing and covers Residential builder license.
How much does kitchen remodel cost in Saint Joseph?
Kitchen remodel typically costs $13,850 to $39,490, with $25,610 typical (Per project: typical range of customer-reported remodels (about $75 to $250 per sq ft). US national range × 0.95 East North Central factor (2025 Cost vs. Value Report)). The range is adjusted for Michigan. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Saint Joseph general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 24 rated general contractors in Saint Joseph is 5.0★, with a median of 6 reviews. Semper Gumby Construction has the most, 40 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.
Update log for Saint Joseph
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 24 general contractors serving Saint Joseph.
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