91/100CR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and availability: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
Best General Contractors in Valparaiso, IN (2026)
158 general contractors ranked by CR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
- 1
Best overall in Valparaiso: LKB Home Improvements, CR Score 91/100; 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews; open 24/7.
- 2
Best for emergencies (open 24/7): M.Davis Excavation, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #2 of 158.
- 12
Most-reviewed: Momax Marble, 90 Google reviews at 4.2★, the most of 158 ranked; ranked #12.
Rankings can't be bought. Contractors can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
158 Valparaiso general contractors are ranked here by CR Score, from 8 published factors. 6 are open 24/7, 43 open Saturdays and 12 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 158 rated businesses.
Top 10 general contractors in Valparaiso at a glance
| Rank | Business | CR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | LKB Home Improvements | 91 | 5.0★ (35) | La Porte, 4 mi away | 24/7 | Overall |
| 2 | M.Davis Excavation | 87 | 5.0★ (9) | Valparaiso | 24/7 | Emergencies |
| 3 | Cummins Remodeling | 85 | 5.0★ (35) | Lynwood, 16 mi away | Sat · Sun · Evenings | — |
| 4 | Quality Exteriors | 83 | 4.1★ (14) | Michigan City, 14 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 5 | Stealth Construction LLC | 83 | 5.0★ (19) | Valparaiso | Sat · Evenings | — |
| 6 | MGM Construction LLC | 83 | 5.0★ (5) | Portage, 9 mi away | 24/7 | — |
| 7 | Rieth Riley Construction Co | 83 | 3.8★ (14) | Valparaiso | — | — |
| 8 | Sierra Home Remodel LLC | 83 | 5.0★ (28) | Chesterton, 9 mi away | Sat | — |
| 9 | Shuta Construction | 82 | 5.0★ (14) | Chesterton, 2 mi away | Sat | — |
| 10 | TKO Construction | 81 | 4.6★ (12) | Gary, 18 mi away | 24/7 | — |
The 158 best general contractors in Valparaiso, ranked
Ordered by CR Score, a 0–100 score from 8 published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Based in Valparaiso
87/100CR ScoreRanked #2 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.
- 5.0★ from 9 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 155 W U.S. Hwy 6, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Based in Lynwood, 16 mi away
85/100CR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–7 PM · Sun 8 AM–4 PM
Based in Michigan City, 14 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #4 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
Based in Valparaiso
83/100CR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 19 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–7 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1309 Forest Park Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Based in Portage, 9 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #6 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.
- 5.0★ from 5 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5838 Tilford Ave, Portage, IN 46368
Based in Valparaiso
83/100CR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.8★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 3.8★ from 14 Google reviews
- Address
- 2352 Industrial Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Based in Chesterton, 9 mi away
83/100CR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 28 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 7 AM–6 PM · Sun closed
Based in Chesterton, 2 mi away
82/100CR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 10 AM–3 PM · Sun closed
#10 TKO Construction
Based in Gary, 18 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and availability: 4.6★ from 12 Google reviews, open 24/7.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.6★ from 12 Google reviews
- Open 24/7
- Hours
- Open 24 hours, 7 days
- Address
- 5219 W Ridge Rd, Gary, IN 46408
Based in Valparaiso
81/100CR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–6 PM · Sat 8 AM–5 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 1230 Lafayette St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
#12 Momax Marble
Based in Merrillville, 11 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.2★ from 90 Google reviews, the most Google reviews on this list (90).
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.2★ from 90 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat 8 AM–2 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 5570 E Lincoln Hwy, Merrillville, IN 46410
Based in Valparaiso
81/100CR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 31 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 555 Eastport Center Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Based in Portage, 9 mi away
81/100CR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 61 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 9 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 2391 Norman St, Portage, IN 46368
Based in Valparaiso
81/100CR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 3.3★ from 13 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 3.3★ from 13 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–7 PM · Sat–Sun 8 AM–6 PM
- Address
- Calumet Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Based in La Porte, 13 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 74 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 74 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 7657 IN-2, La Porte, IN 46350
Based in Valparaiso
80/100CR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 3 Google reviews
- Address
- 2501 E Chicago St, Valparaiso, IN 46385
#18 Hometek LLC
Based in Gary, 12 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 7 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 8 AM–8 PM
Based in Lowell, 23 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 44 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sat 8 AM–4 PM · Sun closed
- Address
- 106 E Main St, Lowell, IN 46356
#20 Graycor Inc
Based in Portage, 11 mi away
80/100CR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.2★ from 10 Google reviews
- Address
- 6500 Daniel Burnham Dr, Portage, IN 46368
Based in Valparaiso
80/100CR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews, listed on Google as “General contractor”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.2★ from 5 Google reviews
- Address
- Valparaiso, IN 46385
Based in Crown Point, 16 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.9★ from 71 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.9★ from 71 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 7 AM–4 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 516 Foote St #2, Crown Point, IN 46307
Based in Lynwood, 17 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 5.0★ from 12 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Sun 6 AM–8 PM
Based in Valparaiso
79/100CR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Contractor”.
Based on 6 of 8 factors; credentials and recency not yet collected.
- 4.8★ from 22 Google reviews
- Hours
- Mon–Fri 8 AM–5 PM · Sat–Sun closed
- Address
- 368 Kimrich Cir S, Valparaiso, IN 46385
Based in Gary, 16 mi away
79/100CR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and trade focus: 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Construction company”.
Based on 5 of 8 factors; credentials, recency and availability not yet collected.
- 4.3★ from 12 Google reviews
- Address
- 2045 E Dunes Hwy, Gary, IN 46402
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 158 ranked general contractors here; the rest are on their profiles.
Also serving Valparaiso
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Alco Exteriors, LLC | 4.8★ (44) | In Valparaiso |
| Bath Fitter | 3.6★ (26) | In Valparaiso |
| Bathtub Refinishing & More | 5.0★ (81) | In Valparaiso |
| Coolman Builders | 4.5★ (35) | In Valparaiso |
| Dial Electric Services | 4.9★ (63) | In Valparaiso |
| DMG Exteriors | 4.9★ (327) | In Valparaiso |
| Horizon Fence & Construction | 3.6★ (39) | In Valparaiso |
| ICC Mechanical Services / ICC Cold Storage Products | 4.5★ (34) | In Valparaiso |
| K2 Construction, Inc. | 4.5★ (17) | In Valparaiso |
| Kornacki Roofing & Contracting, LLC | 4.9★ (61) | In Valparaiso |
| LeLaren Fence Company | 4.9★ (157) | In Valparaiso |
| One Source Construction | 4.8★ (17) | In Valparaiso |
| Relianz | 4.8★ (49) | In Valparaiso |
| Schneider Builders Inc | 5.0★ (56) | In Valparaiso |
| Steele Roofing Co | 5.0★ (26) | In Valparaiso |
| Steiner Homes LTD. | 4.8★ (40) | In Valparaiso |
| Terry's Discount Windows & More LLC | 4.6★ (200) | In Valparaiso |
| Total Development Construction Inc. | 5.0★ (152) | In Valparaiso |
| U.S. Waterproofing | 4.8★ (45) | In Valparaiso |
| Window World of Northwest Indiana | 4.5★ (45) | In Valparaiso |
How much do general contractors cost in Valparaiso?
Typical prices in USD, adjusted for Indiana 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 we ranked Valparaiso general contractors
We scored 158 Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso 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 Valparaiso: frequently asked questions
Who is the best general contractor in Valparaiso?
By CR Score, the highest-ranked general contractor in Valparaiso, IN is LKB Home Improvements with a CR Score of 91/100. It has 5.0★ from 35 Google reviews. It is open 24/7. M.Davis Excavation (#2) and Cummins Remodeling (#3) follow. We ranked 158 general contractors on 8 factors, last updated October 22, 2026.
How many general contractors are there in Valparaiso?
ContractorsRanked ranks 158 general contractors serving Valparaiso, IN. 13 of them are based in Valparaiso; 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 Valparaiso are open 24/7?
6 ranked general contractors in Valparaiso post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are LKB Home Improvements (#1), M.Davis Excavation (#2) and Quality Exteriors (#4). Hours come from each business's Google listing as of October 2026, so call to confirm.
Which general contractors in Valparaiso work on weekends?
43 of 158 ranked general contractors post Saturday hours and 12 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are LKB Home Improvements (#1), M.Davis Excavation (#2) and Cummins Remodeling (#3). Posted hours are office hours; crews may book weekend jobs separately.
How much does kitchen remodel cost in Valparaiso?
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 Indiana. Prices were last checked October 2026. Get at least two written quotes before you hire.
What Google rating do Valparaiso general contractors have?
The median Google rating among 158 rated general contractors in Valparaiso is 4.7★, with a median of 8 reviews. Momax Marble has the most, 90 reviews, and ranks #12. 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.
Do general contractors outside Valparaiso count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 25 mi of the Valparaiso 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.
Update log for Valparaiso
- October 2026: CR Scores recalculated for 158 general contractors serving Valparaiso.
- October 2026: 3 duplicate listings merged.
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