Kern General Construction
Bakersfield & Kern County

Painting & Drywall,
Done Right.

Kern General Construction is your local, family-owned crew for interior & exterior painting and seamless drywall repair. One call does it all. Serving Bakersfield & Kern County for over a decade.

  • Licensed. Bonded. Insured.
  • 200+ homes completed
  • CA Lic. #1008509
Finished bathroom remodel with fresh paint, tile, and fixtures by Kern General Construction in Bakersfield
  • Family-Owned & Local
  • Licensed · Bonded · Insured
  • Free Written Estimates
  • 200+ Homes Completed
  • All of Kern County
What We Do

Two trades. One reliable crew.

From a full-home repaint to a seamless drywall patch, we handle the whole job — and we clean up after ourselves.

  • Cabinet & Door Refinishing
  • Stucco & Exterior Repair
  • Patch & Water-Damage Repair
  • Kitchen & Bath Remodels
  • General Handyman & Repairs
The Proof

See the difference

Drag the slider to compare before and after on real Kern County projects.

Same exterior door freshly repainted in clean warm gold with crisp edges, exterior painting in Bakersfield, CA
Weathered, faded grey exterior unit door before repainting
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After
Exterior door repaintPainting
Same living room after a fresh interior repaint with crisp white walls and trim, Kern General Construction
Dated living room with faded, patched walls before painting, Bakersfield, CA
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After
Interior repaintPainting
Same wall after seamless drywall repair, texture matched and freshly painted, Kern General Construction
Damaged interior wall with a hole and water stains before drywall repair, Bakersfield, CA
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After
Drywall repair & textureDrywall
How It Works

One call does it all.

No runaround, no surprises. Here's exactly how we get your project done.

  1. 01

    Call

    One call, (661) 565-6358. Tell us what you need — painting, drywall, or both.

  2. 02

    Free Written Estimate

    We see the job, then give you a clear, written price. No pressure, no surprises.

  3. 03

    We Handle It All

    We show up when we say we will, do the work right, and clean up after ourselves.

Reviews

Trusted across Kern County

Homeowners, property managers, and local businesses who keep calling us back.

Matt has been my general contractor for approximately 5 years or more. Prompt, efficient, professional, and reliable. I can't say enough about his work. La Quinta uses them for everything and values their advice. I've practically stopped using all other vendors and use them exclusively, and will continue to.
MTMyra ThomasGeneral Manager, La Quinta Inns & Suites
When I spoke to Mr. Dahm on the phone he seemed very professional. He showed up on time and provided a bid within a very reasonable time. One of the most reliable construction companies in Bakersfield.
JJimmyOwner, Jimmy's Auto Body
I've worked with Matthew Dahm for 3–4 years. He has always exhibited the highest level of integrity, ethics, and reliability, and has consistently exceeded the expectations of our projects. You'll be most satisfied with the quality of work, the attention to detail, and the ability to meet deadlines.
GPGinger Popplewell, CCAMAssociation Manager, Pacific Management Group
Matthew is incredibly responsive, does whatever you ask him to do, and does great work!
KKKyle K.Homeowner
Removing and replacing the post on my patio was done with every care for my property and came out very nice.
DLDeacon Leslie A.Client
Really satisfied with the work that was done, running electrical and installing a pergola.
WHWh. HeneryClient
FAQ

Questions, answered

Straight answers on cost, timing, and what to expect.

How much does it cost to paint a house in Bakersfield?
Cost depends on square footage, surface condition, interior vs. exterior, and the number of colors. We give a free, written estimate after seeing the space so the price is real — no surprises. Call (661) 565-6358 to set one up.
How long does a painting project take?
A single interior room is often a day; a whole-home interior or full exterior usually runs a few days depending on prep and weather. We give you a clear timeline with your estimate and show up when we say we will.
How long does drywall repair take?
Small patches can be done in a single visit, though texture and paint may need a day to dry between steps. Larger repairs after water damage take longer — we'll give you a clear timeline up front.
Can you match my existing wall texture?
Yes. Texture matching is our specialty — knockdown, orange peel, smooth, or hand textures. The goal is a repair you can't pick out from the original wall.
Are you licensed and insured?
Yes — Kern General Construction is licensed, bonded, and insured under CA Contractor's License #1008509.

One call does it all.

Free written estimates across Bakersfield & Kern County. Licensed, bonded & insured — talk to Matthew Dahm today.

Call (661) 565-6358