“Who is the best general contractor in Billings, Montana?”

There isn't one "best" general contractor in Billings. The right choice depends on what you're building, but I can give you some names to start with and a way to check them.

Well-reviewed local contractors (from Houzz listings)

• Old Glory Home Improvement: 5.0 stars from 6 reviews. Does remodeling, custom tile and flooring, kitchens and baths.
• KR Home Improvement and Repair: 5.0 stars from 3 reviews. Takes on everything from small repairs to bigger remodels.
• Norse Construction: residential remodeling and commercial renovations.
• Albaugh Construction: an owner who works on the job himself.
• Bettelyoun and Son Construction: new builds, additions, roofing.

Most of these have only a few reviews, so treat them as leads rather than proven picks. Angi also has a list of verified reviews for Billings contractors, which is worth comparing against.

How to pick one

1. Match the contractor to the job. A custom home builder, a remodeler and a commercial firm are very different. For large commercial or custom work, people often look at bigger established Billings firms.
2. Check their registration. Montana requires a Construction Contractor Registration through the Department of Labor & Industry. Ask for proof of liability and workers' comp insurance too.
3. Get 3 or more written bids that list the scope of work, timeline and payment schedule.
4. Ask for references from recent jobs like yours, and go see the work if you can.
5. Look them up with the BBB and in local reviews on Google, Houzz and Angi.
6. Don't pay a large deposit upfront, and be careful with anyone who pressures you or only takes cash.

If you tell me what kind of project it is (new home, kitchen remodel, addition, commercial), I can look for contractors who specialize in it.