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General Contractors in San Francisco, CA
24 local general contractors serving San Francisco and the surrounding area. San Francisco is a large metro with a deep bench of contractors. See typical California costs and a free DIY-or-hire breakdown before you reach out. We never sell your info and never take kickbacks.
Population
~827,526
Pros within 35 mi
24
Nearest listed
0 mi
Typical general contracting cost in California: hiring runs $78,000–$216,000, DIY about $59,000–$171,100. Calibrate it to San Francisco before you call.
General Contractors near San Francisco
Moal Coachbuilders
General Contractor · Oakland, California · 10 mi
1400 McAllister
Flooring · San Francisco, California · 1 mi
21st Century Home Improvement Painting & Roofing
Roofer · San Francisco, California · 1 mi
24/7 SF Handyman & Remodelling Service
Roofer · San Francisco, California · 2 mi
ROOFWORX Inc.
Roofer · San Francisco, California · 3 mi
Quality Construction Supply
Flooring · Oakland, California · 8 mi
Healthy Duct Cleaning Services
Insulation · Belvedere Tiburon, California · 8 mi
R&S Erection of San Mateo
Electrician · South San Francisco, California · 8 mi
Permits & rules in California
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in California. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the California guide for specifics. Varies by municipality California general contracting costs are calibrated from the national average using California's regional price parity (1.18) and local labor index (1.22).
See California permit details →General Contractors in San Francisco: common questions
How much does it cost to hire a general contractor in San Francisco, California?
In California, general contracting typically runs $78,000 to $216,000 when you hire a pro, and about $59,000 to $171,100 if you do it yourself. San Francisco prices track the California range, with larger metros toward the high end. Size it to your own home with our free calculator.
Do I need a permit for general contracting in California?
Permit rules for general contracting vary by city and county in California. Most structural, electrical, plumbing, or mechanical work needs a permit and an inspection. Confirm with your local building department, or see the California guide for specifics. Varies by municipality Always confirm with the San Francisco or California building department before work begins.
Should I DIY or hire a general contractor in San Francisco?
General contracting is rated moderate for a DIYer. Doing it yourself can save the gap between $59,000 to $171,100 and $78,000 to $216,000, but general contractors bring tools, permits, and a warranty. For a large or time-sensitive job, a local pro in San Francisco is usually the safer call. Our free DIY-or-hire calculator walks through it.
How many general contractors serve San Francisco?
We currently list 24 general contractors within about 35 miles of San Francisco, the nearest about 0 miles out. We never sell your information and never take kickbacks.