Get Matched With Local Contractors
That Fit Your Project and Budget

We earn a fee from general contractors when they secure a project through our service. This means we're dedicated to matching you with the right contractors who fit your specific project and budget.

Sure, but picking the wrong contractor could turn your renovation into a nightmare, so make sure you vet any potential contractor as thoroughly as we do.

With GreatBuildz, you're getting someone we've thoroughly screened for quality and reliability, plus the support of a caring Remodeling Advisor throughout the process.

Nope. Our contractors must be reasonably priced compared to other local contractors to remain competitive.

Let's face it…some contractors fit into the "luxury" category while others are more "budget-friendly" and everything in between. Our personalized matching helps to ensure you're connected with appropriate contractors based on your specific budget expectations.

Unlike other online contractor review and listing sites, we believe homeowners deserve the support of a real human to help them find a great contractor and have a successful renovation. We also have much higher standards for the contractors in our invite-only network and we never accept paid contractor advertising.

Unlike our competitors, GreatBuildz provides ongoing project support to ensure remodeling contractors are held accountable and the job gets done right. We go the extra mile for our clients to ensure they hire a top-notch, reputable contractor and have a stress-free renovation experience.

We like to think of ourselves as "Matchmakers." We step in to connect you with the ideal contractor and stay involved throughout your renovation to provide ongoing support.

Our contractors pay us a fee to connect them with great clients like you, just as they might pay for advertising on platforms like Angi, Yelp, or Google; in print magazines; through direct mail; or even by going door-to-door (yes, that still happens).

While nothing in life is guaranteed, we do everything possible to ensure you get matched with quality general contractors and have a positive home remodeling experience. That's why we have a 98% client satisfaction rate…check out our reviews on Yelp and Google.

Our contractors know their bids need to be competitive to win your business. They're free to bid in a way that works for them, but they understand they have to offer reasonable pricing that appeals to you, the customer.

There are plenty of general contractors out there, and not all of them are trustworthy. Unfortunately, it's not so easy to tell the good from the bad…none of them pull up in a truck labeled "Shady Contractor"

We only work with quality, reliable pros. If a contractor is part of the GreatBuildz network, it means they've passed our rigorous 10-point vetting process and signed our Contractor Code of Conduct.

Start by confirming the contractor holds a current CSLB license and carries liability insurance and workers' compensation. Then check recent reviews, call two or three past clients with projects like yours, and collect at least three detailed written bids so you are comparing the same scope rather than just the price. GreatBuildz does this screening for you at no cost.

Verify the license number on the CSLB website and confirm the classification matches your project. Ask for proof of insurance, a written contract with a payment schedule tied to milestones, and a clear timeline. In California a contractor cannot ask for more than 10 percent or $1,000 down, whichever is less.

Most homeowners are matched within 24 to 48 hours. It starts with one short phone call about your project, then your Remodeling Advisor hand-picks up to three vetted contractors suited to the job and introduces you.

We serve homeowners throughout California. In Southern California that includes Los Angeles, Orange County, San Diego, Ventura, and the Inland Empire; in Northern California we cover the Bay Area and Sacramento.