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- Mid States Carpenters Group CorporationWork was done in a very timely manner and the completed project looks fantastic. Crew went above and beyond in everything.
- Red House RemodelingWe built our dream home in 1983 and raised our four children in it. Like nine people out of ten in America, we want to live out the rest of our years in our home. Having preemptively purchased long term care insurance to help pay for future in-home medical and support services, we also understood the need to remodel a portion of our multi-level home so that we could live on one floor, when future personal mobility issues would become a factor in our daily living routines. We visited with a number of remodeling contractors at several home shows and chose Red House Remodeling (RHR). Located in Valley Junction in West Des Moines, Iowa, they are a small company of five highly competent individuals that take pride in doing great work and experience a sense of accomplishment from making positive changes in the lives of their customers. Ben, as the contractor, is an honest and direct communicator. He is a systemic thinker, process driven, and highly organized, which mitigated hassles for us and allowed RHR to come in on budget. He was always willing to take the time necessary for us to understand the reasons for any pandemic related delays. COVID-19 has been a huge challenge, as supply chain disruptions have caused certain materials to be out of stock, creating delays in construction. Ben communicated these issues on a timely basis. Stephanie handles administration and marketing for the company. She was prompt and courteous in our requests for information. Jenna, using 3D software, helped us create and visualize the finished project months before the demolition and construction of our home actually began. She paid close attention to our wish list while providing a young professional’s perspective on what it would take to modernize our home. She provided attractive “Plan B” alternatives when COVID related delays forced us to look for different materials to install Chris and Troy are highly skilled construction professionals, that excel in doing quality work in an efficient manner. RHR was a great fit for our project. They understand what is needed to make a home viable for aging in place. We were very comfortable working with them. Finally, for anyone considering home renovation, it’s important to be flexible and willing to tolerate disruption when living in your house during the construction process. We found that the beautiful finished product was well worth the temporary inconvenience. Bill Taber & Susan Taber, Des Moines, Iow
- Des Moines Area RoofingGreat ! Owner Tim came out and did an emergency tarp -- in the rain, as my BR ceiling was leaking. Jan ( office manager ) worked with my insurance until the bid & repairs were enough to give me a great outcome. Their repair guy was professional, friendly and did a good job. I would not hesitate to use them again & to recommend them
- Des Moines Area RoofingThe crew was professional, quick and respectful of the yard. I would recommend them to anyone that is in need of a new roof.
- Scott's Home RenewalAndy is a professional and his work reflects that. We have been very satisfied with the work he has done for us and he is our first call for this type of project..
- Scott's Home RenewalAndy was great to call us as requested, got us a timely quote on the loft, did a great job with the design and build out. Quote came in slightly higher than another contractor, but we went with Andy because he seemed very professional and knowledgeable. THe final price came in slightly under quote, which was also a nice surprise. Great job start to finish. Nothing bad to say about Scott's home renewal
- Scott's Home RenewalOver all, the service they provide is exemplary. From the time they gave us the bid, to the time they completed the work, we were exceedingly pleased with their work.
- Scott's Home RenewalThe kitchen remodel was extensive--removing a wall, moving appliances and plumbing, new cabinetry, new flooring, covering a window, replacing siding. He is great to work with. We have an older home and he understands the complexities of this kind of upgrade. When there have been problems after a remodel (small things) he either comes himself to fix it, or sends one of his subcontractors. We found Andy on Angie's list and are very pleased with all of his service
- Scott's Home RenewalThese are professional, punctual, clean people that you can trust to have in your home. They have integrity. What they say they will do, they will do. No complaints. I wouldn't use anyone else. My only hesitation in sharing about them is that they will become so busy I will have trouble getting them the next time!
- Scott's Home RenewalWe had a half height wall between the kitchen and the stairway leading to the basement that we wanted to make a full height wall in order to create additional space for new cabinets in the future-one side involved putting up scaffolding on the stairway. We also had a wall that partially separated the kitchen and dining room removed so we could make the kitchen more open to the dining room. Andy came and looked the project over on January 5, and had a bid to me that weekend. As he was looking over the project he made a suggestion that, while I was planning the project, I hadn't even thought about, but it improved the project significantly. After I reviewed the bid we scheduled the project for January 23-24. Andy advised they would be arriving about 8:00 AM (we live a fair distance outside of town). Andy and his crew arrived almost to the minute of 8:00 AM. We spent a few minutes reviewing what was to be done, and he and his team dug in. They had everything done and ready to be textured by 2:00 that first day, but couldn't go further because the drywall compound needed to dry overnight. The next day they arrived early, again dug in and wrapped it up by 11:00. The entire team was very professional, very courteous, and very customer oriented. It's not often that I can't find a single thing to complain about, but working with Andy was one of those few times. The new wall looks perfect and blends perfectly with the existing walls. The area where they removed the wall they took great pains to make sure the ceiling texture matched up, and it did. It was absolutely dead on, and I defy anyone to see where they patched it in. In the future, any time I need work done that I can't or don't want to handle myself I will call Andy first, and probably no one else
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"Very well. He did a very good job. We are happy."
We specialize in finish carpentry services. We have the experience and dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We strive for your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule a free estimate today!
"He's a good worker, completed the service and reliable."
Providing quality, affordable work from a licensed professional contractor. A large percentage of our business is generated from repeat customers and referrals. We are a trustworthy family business you can count on.
"I really hate to give Tim this review, because when people find out how good he is, he will get too busy and it will be hard to get on his schedule, but Mawdsley Home Improvement is a well run company and I heartily recommend the service. The first contact was a call from his wife to schedule an appointment. She was extremely friendly and efficient. When Tim found he was running late for the appointment, he called before he was late. He gave a reasonable quote, scheduled the work and showed up on time. Everything was done as promised. He didn't leave a mess. He even took pictures during the job to show us things that were too high for us to see. I ordered the replacement screen door and it has not arrived yet, but I am confident Tim will do the same great job when the door arrives.
Better Builders, LLC is owned and operated in the Des Moines Area. We work with multiple other incorporated and limited liability companies and ensure the owner will be part of the building process throughout your project.
"In the late Spring of 2021 we contracted with Better Builders to replace our aging cedar deck with a new composite deck. Due to a health crisis, we had to indefinitely postpone the project. The team at Better Builders was very understanding and allowed us to cancel the contract with no penalty. Late January of 2022 my husband and I decided to proceed with the project. I contacted Keaton at Better Builders. He updated our contract and committed to having the deck done by mid May. They had an early opening in their schedule and started tearing our old deck off on February 28th. Within four days the the deck was completed, the dumpster was gone, and the yard was cleaned up. The crew was on time and worked a full day. Excellent communication from Keaton and the owner. The cost was significantly less than another quote we received from a competitor. Our new deck is beautiful and low maintenance. We would not hesitate to recommend Better Builders.
Red House Remodeling is a design-build, residential remodeling company that prides itself on offering innovative solutions and unmatched customer service to your major remodeling project. Our employees demonstrate superior knowledge and craftsmanship that is second to none. You can trust Red House Remodeling with your kitchen and bath remodeling, basement finish, room addition and whole home remodeling projects. Red House Remodeling is registered and fully insured in accordance to all Iowa re..
"Red House did a remodel on our kitchen, we were very happy with the process. Ben and his team provide great communication through all phases of the remodel. They were upfront with pricing and were able to deal with any challenges that came up during construction."
We are a small buisness that has a personel touch. We have 4 employees that are curtious, trustwearthy and will be on the job everyday. We can do everything except lay carpet and HVAC but have very repitable buisnesses that we use for this. We take nothing up front so you pay as you go on every project
"It took a little longer than quoted, but that was due to needing a beam and me changing some things. They were very professional, and very communicative. They worked well with us as we were living here while renovating."
FOR QUICKEST RESPONSE TIME, EMAIL OR MESSAGE US! -- 4x Super Service Award Winner, specializing in construction services such as Remodeling, Painting, Carpentry, Roofing, Decks/Porches, and Stucco. Our work ethic is simple, we concentrate on quality. We cannot offer cheap prices and quality, and I do not wish to do poor work. We also believe in taking care of everything you need. For example: I don't hire out my gutter work, we do it the right way, we handle everything including the rotted ..
"The service was good. They came early, and they fix everything. Everything was great."
We do not manufacture windows or doors for homes nor do we use Insulated glass.
Strafford Window Mfg. manufacturers custom wood windows for barns, sheds, stables, pool houses, cabin, porches and interior applications in the home.
Our windows are made of all wood and single strength glass. Call for pricing on Tempered glass.
Strafford Window MFG. manufactures Sashes, Transoms, Single Hung Window Units, Hopper Window Units, Fixed Window Units and Screens
"These windows are solid, well built and look great. I will be ordering more for my house."
Des Moines Area Roofing
Raisin’ the Roof One Shingle at a Time
Des Moines Area Roofing is your solution for all your roofing problems. We specialize in full roof replacements, roof installation, roof repairs, and gutter installation for your central Iowa property. We pride ourselves on fast turnaround times and high quality service. Most of our jobs are completed in just one day, with a lifetime warranty backed by outstanding customer service. With Des Moines Area Roofing by your side, you’..
"Excellent company to work with, from estimate to clean up after the job. No hassles and will definitely use them again. The roof and gutters look fantastic. Thanks for the great service. "
We provide a wide variety of handymen services to fix your home needs.
-Window Installation
-Door Installation
-Flooring
-Plumbing
-Automotive Repair
-Home Remodeling
-Appliance Repair/diagnosis
-New Construction
-Landscaping
-Tree Removal
-Demolition
-Clean up/Junk Removal
-Moving
Almost anything your home needs we are happy to help!
If there is a service your unsure if we provide contact us and we will be more than welcome to find you a solution.
"Repaired front porch, porch had settled and was brought up level. Repaired underlayment of floor structural ."
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- MAWDSLEY HOME IMPROVEMENT505 NE 12th St
Grimes, Iowa 50111 - ProRestore DKI3505 SE Crossroads Drive Ste A
Grimes, Iowa 50111
- MAWDSLEY HOME IMPROVEMENT
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- A & B CONSTRUCTION3501 BOWDOIN
Des Moines, Iowa 50313 - A-1 Handyman833 C Ave
Nevada, Iowa 50201 - Action Roofing & Construction Inc2422 Green Hills Dr
Norwalk, Iowa 50211 - Adam Swets Handyman8302 WESTOWN PARKWAY, UNIT #5108
West DesMoines, Iowa 50266 - ADVENT RESTORATION CARPENTRY3217 SW 42ND ST
Des Moines, Iowa 50321 - Aspen Renovations2208 2nd St SW
Altoona, Iowa 50009
- A & B CONSTRUCTION
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- B-Squared Construction27 Pivot Rock Rd
Eureka Springs, Arkansas 72632 - Better Builders, LLC3807 122nd Street
Urbandale, Iowa 50323 - Better Home Construction1601 2nd Ave SW
Altoona, Iowa 50009 - Bob Lasnek construction4501 aurora ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50310 - Bob Peterson Painting4505 Forest Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50311 - Boesch Construction Inc7323 R57 Hwy
Indianola, Iowa 50125 - Bridgewater Handyman Service LLC2027 64th St
Windsor Heights, Iowa 50324 - Bryngelson Builders8615 Long Meadow Dr
Johnston, Iowa 50131
- B-Squared Construction
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- Can-Dew Construction614 SW 59th St
Des Moines, Iowa 50312 - Central Iowa Handyman3775 EP True Pkwy #111
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265 - Creative Viewpoints LLC628 Linnwill Place
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265
- Can-Dew Construction
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- Des Moines Area Roofing20000 Wendover Pl
Dallas Center, Iowa 50063 - Doors of Distinction5781 NW 92nd Ct
Johnston, Iowa 50131
- Des Moines Area Roofing
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- Garage Door Pros5320 NE 3rd St
Des Moines, Iowa 50313 - Grandview Construction4106 Briarcliff drive
Des Moines, Iowa 50317 - Grant Construction Services33721 Overton Cir
Adel, Iowa 50003
- Garage Door Pros
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- Haes Construction818 Sw Ankeny Blvd
Ankeny, Iowa 50023 - Hampton Enterprise LLC254 W Lawrence Harris Hwy
Slocomb, Alabama 36375 - Handyman Home Projects750 31st St
Des Moines, Iowa 50312 - Harless Construction4960 Ashley Park Dr
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265 - Heuss Construction4783 NW 65th Ave
Johnston, Iowa 50131 - Hickory Construction IncP.O. Box 136
Ames, Iowa 50010 - Home Improvement 4 Less211 Vogel Ave
Ottumwa, Iowa 52501
- Haes Construction
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- Integrity Construction Services of Iowa2075 NE 126th Ave
Alleman, Iowa 50007 - Iowa Home Consulting923 N 4th St
Ames, Iowa 50010 - Iowa Home Restoration & Repair, LLC2732 49th Street
Des Moines, Iowa 50310
- Integrity Construction Services of Iowa
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- JARED STONE ELITE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC211 W 5TH ST
Woodward, Iowa 50276 - jason cox constuction622 5th st
Maxwell, Iowa 50161 - Jeff Coop Construction4408 62nd St.
Urbandale, Iowa 50322 - Jepson Enterprises1812 60th St
Des Moines, Iowa 50322 - John Eginoire Enterprise LLC519 Rose Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50315 - Johnston Construction Inc8200 Jesup St
Indianola, Iowa 50125
- JARED STONE ELITE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC
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- Kent's Karpentry1540 48th St
Des Moines, Iowa 50311
- Kent's Karpentry
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- M D Eggers Construction Inc1924 Fuller Rd
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265 - MDH Design & Construction1986 NW 80th Ct
Clive, Iowa 50325 - Mid States Carpenters Group Corporation2009 Nature Trail
Winterset, Iowa 50273 - Midwest Remodel and RepairPO BOX 42492
Urbandale, Iowa 50323 - MIKE WEIGEL CONSTRUCTION LLC8517 WINSTON AVE
Urbandale, Iowa 50322 - Mikes General Contracting3224 SW 12th St
Des Moines, Iowa 50315 - MJ Construction424 W High Rd
Norwalk, Iowa 50211 - Moore Quality Construction215 SE Wildflower Ct
Pleasant Hill, Iowa 50327
- M D Eggers Construction Inc
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- OAKWOOD BUILDERS GROUP316 SW 5TH ST
Des Moines, Iowa 50309
- OAKWOOD BUILDERS GROUP
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- Porch Light Woodworking8919 Linden Dr
West Des Moines, Iowa 50266 - Purscell Construction2231 SE 82nd St
Runnells, Iowa 50237
- Porch Light Woodworking
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- R&B Building & Repair Services502 N. 3rd.
Milo, Iowa 50166 - Rainbow International of Des Moines2901 Willis Ave
Perry, Iowa 50220 - Red House Remodeling404 5th St
West Des Moines, Iowa 50265 - Remodelworks! & Mr Fix It606 SE Boone Dr
Waukee, Iowa 50263 - Roof IowaPO Box 1345
Ankeny, Iowa 50021 - Roof One of Iowa LLC2751 Heritage dr
Winterset, Iowa 50273
- R&B Building & Repair Services
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- Scott's Home Renewal676 44th St
Des Moines, Iowa 50312 - ShadeTree Canopies – for COOL outdoor living space6317 Busch Blvd
Columbus, Ohio 43229 - Smart Roofing LLC2614 61St St
Des Moines, Iowa 50322 - Strafford Window Manufacturing, Inc.168 Roller Coaster Road
Strafford, New Hampshire 03884 - Swieter Home Lawn and Snow LLC2900 Capitol Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50317
- Scott's Home Renewal
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- Tasler Carpentry LLC4975 170th Ave
Carlisle, Iowa 50047
- Tasler Carpentry LLC
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- Umthun Construction11651 NW 121st St
Granger, Iowa 50109
- Umthun Construction
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- Veldkamp Construction Services LLC.4532 Boulevard Pl
Des Moines, Iowa 50311
- Veldkamp Construction Services LLC.
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- Woodmaster Remodeling885 NW Aurora Ave
Des Moines, Iowa 50313
- Woodmaster Remodeling