The scenic city of Renton is home to a multitude of natural wonders and man-made attractions. The city rests along the shores of Lake Washington and is one of Washington State’s rapidly growing economic centers. Renton offers its locals outstanding views of the Olympic Mountain Range as well as Mount Rainier of the Cascade Range. Locals can hike, bike, or run the Cedar River Trail that runs across Lake Washington. Renton is home to over 30 award-winning parks scattered throughout the city. At the famous Coulon Memorial Beach Park visitors and locals alike enjoy a walk through nature and go for a dip. Urbanites will rejoice in the presence of The Landing, Renton’s own shopping and dining center with over 614,000 square feet of retail stores, restaurants, and residential spaces. Renton is also conveniently located in the center of Puget Sound, close to the Seattle-Tacoma (SeaTac) International Airport, making traveling a breeze for locals.

The perks of living in Renton are undoubtedly plenty—and we’re here to help grant you access to what this city has to offer. We’ve filtered through our resources and have found you a catalog of the top general contractors in the area that can help you make the most of living in Renton. If you are thinking about building a custom home, we recommend checking each builder’s license with the local licensing board, speaking to past clients, and using our bidding system to get competitive quotes from at least 3 contractors. Getting multiple bids is the best way to ensure you get a fair price and that bids include the complete scope of work.

DR Construction

12117 Se 91st Street, Newcastle, WA 98056

We were born to build, is the battle cry of Newcastle-based firm DR Construction. Founded by Duncan Redman, DR Construction is an all-around contractor specializing in home renovations. The firm’s services include kitchen and bathroom remodels, space reconfigurations, outdoor structures, and wall removals. DR Construction also specializes in the improvement of tenant and commercial spaces.

Redman believes in the value of space for a homeowner. So when he builds, he builds with a purpose. His vision for a home is not limited to the project but also includes the people behind the contract and their client’s expectations. In order to deliver the best possible result per client, Redman’s firm keeps a single project at a time policy for its clients. Redman insists that “when you have us on your project, then we do not stop until you are done with us.” This laser-sharp focus has elevated this small construction firm to a voice of authority in the industry. With over a decade of experience running the firm and a team with a combined amount of over 75 years of experience in the construction industry, you can trust DR Construction to deliver excellent results on your next home improvement project.

Community Builders

7210 123rd Ave SE, Newcastle, WA 98056

Community Builders, LLC was established in 2002 by husband and wife business partners David and Valerie Minor. Over two decades of experience has seasoned their firm, turning it into a leading authority in the world of kitchen and bathroom remodeling in the greater Seattle area. They have a very basic, yet powerful business philosophy—we listen to you. David and Valerie believe in the importance of having a very close contractor-client relationship. With many satisfied clients rallying behind them, it’s safe to say that they’re able to deliver excellent results.

Clients and Community Builders, LLC work in an active partnership so the firm is able to walk the client through each step of the project and turn the client’s dream vision into reality. The firm prides itself on working with trade specialists that can deliver nothing but the best for their clients. Community Builders, LLC begins its process with a well-defined budget based on the client’s needs and a schedule to work with. The firm prides itself on its ability to acquire the best resources for its clients, working with their budget and preserving their vision. The client’s input is absolutely paramount to the success of each project for Community Builders, LLC.

Weaver Construction

23631 140th Avenue SE, Kent, WA 98042

This father and son tandem construction firm has been around since 2001, with a combined experience in the construction industry of over 50 years. Bill Weaver, father to Cam, has been in the construction industry for over 24 years, participating in commercial construction projects, most notably Gene Coulon Park on Lake Washington. Since establishing their own firm, they have mainly focused on the construction of custom homes and home renovations. Occasionally, the firm still takes on contracts for commercial and tenant improvement projects.

Weaver Construction has a small crew of dedicated experts on its staff leading their projects. They also enlist the help of trusted subcontractors if needed. As a firm, Weaver Construction aims to establish a good working relationship with its clients. Bill and Cam aspire to maintain clear communication and mutual decision-making from the start to the end of the project.

Better Builders

4800 California Avenue SW, Seattle, WA 98116

Multi-award-winning construction firm, Better Builders, attributes their success to their ability to understand the dreams and goals of their clients. The firm has made it its mission to translate these dreams into tangible results and give clients a home they’ll cherish forever. Better Builders has prepared a systematic process for clients to follow to ensure smooth transactions all throughout the project. In each step, they aspire to walk their clients through the process and subtract the stress.

Better Builders has advocated for the use of sustainable resources and processes in their Seattle projects for several years now. Better Builder’s membership in the Master Builders Association and its Built Green Builders certification have made them a force to be reckoned with in the construction industry for sustainable construction and excellent craftsmanship. They don’t just improve the lives of their clients by giving them lovely homes, the firm aids the community in reducing its carbon footprint—improving quality of life beyond the home.

The firm is also able to grant Built Green certifications to homeowners who choose sustainable construction for their homes. It also holds the authority to award homes with ENERGY STAR status and certification—giving homeowners the option to construct sustainable homes with sustainable utilities, delivering huge long-term savings for homeowners. Bill Babb, owner and general manager of the Better Builders aspires to build things better—for him, it’s not just a name but the way they do things.

Their list of accolades includes several Remodelling Excellence (REX) awards—from 2016 to 2020 and in a range of categories. They’ve been recognized in the areas of major home remodeling, bath and kitchen remodeling, landscape and outdoor living, and excellence in exterior remodeling.

Rainier Custom Homes

306 Wells Avenue SE, Renton, WA 98057

Rainier Custom Homes (RCH) is another multi-awarded general contractor based in Renton. Led by the Jarmans, a family of well-seasoned group of craftsmen and construction experts, their mission in RCH is to “build meaningful and lasting relationships through constant delivery of high-quality projects with clear communication and integrity.” They want to be, most importantly, remarkable. The firm has over 20 years of experience in the field delivering high-quality homes across the Puget Sound area. RCH has developed a streamlined process to help guide clients through their construction plans—starting with Discovery and Customization to Pre-Construction and then to Building and the final completion of the project.

Their list of accolades includes an NKBA Design award for a kitchen remodel and a powder room remodel in 2017 and a Masters Builders Association (MBA) Award for major remodeling excellence in residential remodeling.

Rainier Custom Homes has official accreditation from the NKBA (National Kitchen & Bath Association), and NAHB (National Association of Home Builders). The firm has also been featured multiple times in Home Matters Magazine, Pacific NW Magazine, DJC Spring, and The Seattle Times for their custom home projects and their industry insights. The firm is a consistent winner in the NKBA Design Awards for their various projects and they have received recognition from the MBA (Master Builders Association) for excellence in remodeling. They’ve achieved their goal to be remarkable.