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Deck Doctor

4.60(
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Deck Doctor

4.60(
55
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Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 90% of Angi customers
Recommended by 90% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 years of experience

Established in 2012, Deck Doctor, is a family-owned business. Our focus is mostly on DECKS, repair and remodel. Affordable composite decking by Trex is my most popular choice. I can take you through the life of your deck and help you understand what stage you are at and what it is going to take for you to maintain and enjoy a safe and attractive looking deck for years to come.We pride ourselves on an outstanding record of quality service and attention to detail. Thank you for your interest and good luck with your deck project.

"I am extremely pleased with the repair of my 45-year old deck and steep wooden staircase from Ted Brown, the Deck Doctor. Ted was quickly responsive in getting me a reasonable work estimate. He began the work quickly, replacing damaged wood while maintaining original deck to keep my costs down where feasible. He was honest, personable and helpfully communicative. He and his assistant worked quickly and provided a thorough clean up each day. I highly recommend him. "

Cheryl H on May 2025

Established in 2012, Deck Doctor, is a family-owned business. Our focus is mostly on DECKS, repair and remodel. Affordable composite decking by Trex is my most popular choice. I can take you through the life of your deck and help you understand what stage you are at and what it is going to take for you to maintain and enjoy a safe and attractive looking deck for years to come.We pride ourselves on an outstanding record of quality service and attention to detail. Thank you for your interest and good luck with your deck project.

"I am extremely pleased with the repair of my 45-year old deck and steep wooden staircase from Ted Brown, the Deck Doctor. Ted was quickly responsive in getting me a reasonable work estimate. He began the work quickly, replacing damaged wood while maintaining original deck to keep my costs down where feasible. He was honest, personable and helpfully communicative. He and his assistant worked quickly and provided a thorough clean up each day. I highly recommend him. "

Cheryl H on May 2025


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Elite IntEx Solutions

5.00(
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Elite IntEx Solutions

5.00(
8
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Approved Pro
Free onsite estimate
Warranties offered

Our mission is to design and build stunning, functional spaces that reflect your vision and enhance everyday living. Through quality craftsmanship, innovative solutions, and attention to detail, we bring your dream interiors to life with precision and passion.

"They were knowledgeable, responsive, and very attentive to our concerns with the chickens and ducks."

Bart O on November 2025

Our mission is to design and build stunning, functional spaces that reflect your vision and enhance everyday living. Through quality craftsmanship, innovative solutions, and attention to detail, we bring your dream interiors to life with precision and passion.

"They were knowledgeable, responsive, and very attentive to our concerns with the chickens and ducks."

Bart O on November 2025


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Home Plus

4.88(
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Home Plus

4.88(
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Customers say: True professional
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Ethan did an excellent job redoing my whole garage. I would definitely give him a call."

Mark L on April 2025

We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.

"Ethan did an excellent job redoing my whole garage. I would definitely give him a call."

Mark L on April 2025


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Field carpentry

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Field carpentry

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Hi, I’m Codey, owner and lead carpenter of Field Carpentry LLC. I bring over 12 years of hands-on experience in residential and commercial construction, working on everything from new builds and historic remodels to basement finishes, trim work, and custom carpentry. I take pride in doing things the right way—clear communication, honest pricing, and quality craftsmanship that lasts. I treat every home like it’s my own and every project like my reputation depends on it, because it does. Whether you’re planning a remodel, upgrading your space, or tackling a project you’ve been putting off, my goal is simple: deliver solid work you can trust and results you’ll be proud of. Reach out anytime for a free estimate—I’d love to help bring your vision to life.

Hi, I’m Codey, owner and lead carpenter of Field Carpentry LLC. I bring over 12 years of hands-on experience in residential and commercial construction, working on everything from new builds and historic remodels to basement finishes, trim work, and custom carpentry. I take pride in doing things the right way—clear communication, honest pricing, and quality craftsmanship that lasts. I treat every home like it’s my own and every project like my reputation depends on it, because it does. Whether you’re planning a remodel, upgrading your space, or tackling a project you’ve been putting off, my goal is simple: deliver solid work you can trust and results you’ll be proud of. Reach out anytime for a free estimate—I’d love to help bring your vision to life.


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Jim Ferguson Painting LLC

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Jim Ferguson Painting LLC

4.97(
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 99% of Angi customers
Recommended by 99% of HomeAdvisor customers

Jim Ferguson Painting is locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience. We are an EPA Lead Certified company specializing in interior and exterior work, we offer services for all your painting and repair needs. Services include but limited to Wood Rot Repair, Interior & Exterior Painting, Furniture Painting, cabinet painting ,Fence & Deck Refinishing, Garage Floor Coatings, Antique Furniture Restoration, Woodwork Stripping & Refinishing, Power Washing, Concrete Sealing, and Gutter Cleaning.

"Jim recently painted a custom built-in entertainment center in our home. The project was in our finished basement and Jim went above and beyond to protect our home when setting up his paint area. He was responsive, punctual, and completed on schedule. He is an excellent painter, detail oriented, and holds himself to an incredibly high standard. Highly recommend!"

Eric . on August 2024

Jim Ferguson Painting is locally owned and operated with more than 30 years of experience. We are an EPA Lead Certified company specializing in interior and exterior work, we offer services for all your painting and repair needs. Services include but limited to Wood Rot Repair, Interior & Exterior Painting, Furniture Painting, cabinet painting ,Fence & Deck Refinishing, Garage Floor Coatings, Antique Furniture Restoration, Woodwork Stripping & Refinishing, Power Washing, Concrete Sealing, and Gutter Cleaning.

"Jim recently painted a custom built-in entertainment center in our home. The project was in our finished basement and Jim went above and beyond to protect our home when setting up his paint area. He was responsive, punctual, and completed on schedule. He is an excellent painter, detail oriented, and holds himself to an incredibly high standard. Highly recommend!"

Eric . on August 2024


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Red House Remodeling

5.00(
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Red House Remodeling

5.00(
59
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

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 requirements. In addition, our employees have passed comprehensive background checks and are subject to screenings for drugs and alcohol, and are non-smoking. We have worked hard for our expertise and we stand behind our work with a 2 year warranty on all that we perform. Visit redhouseremodeling.com to meet our team, sign up for one of our free remodeling seminars, and to see what our clients have to say about us.

"We 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, Iowa"

Bill T on December 2021

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 requirements. In addition, our employees have passed comprehensive background checks and are subject to screenings for drugs and alcohol, and are non-smoking. We have worked hard for our expertise and we stand behind our work with a 2 year warranty on all that we perform. Visit redhouseremodeling.com to meet our team, sign up for one of our free remodeling seminars, and to see what our clients have to say about us.

"We 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, Iowa"

Bill T on December 2021


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Action Roofing & Construction Inc

4.67(
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Action Roofing & Construction Inc

4.67(
153
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Customers say: Super punctual
24 years of experience

We have been in business since 2001, serving central Iowa. We started as a roofing only contractor. However, at the request of our clients, we have expanded to become a full service exterior remodeling company. This includes; siding, soffit, fascia, and gutters! We frequently work with our clients on insurance claims. We offer maintenance deals. We also offer financing options with third party vendors. We are a Certified Owens Corning contractor and Certified GAF contractor. Our team is trained regularly through our manufacturer's programs. Our team is also trained and certified through the InterNachi Home Inspector Program. We have been honored with the Super Service Awards through Angie's List from 2014- 2018. Please give us the opportunity to show you why! We would love to earn this for 2019 and it starts with you! Always feel free to ask questions and voice concerns by contacting us via phone or email.

"Very well, they also provide photos so you can see what they have cleaned."

Mary A on June 2019

We have been in business since 2001, serving central Iowa. We started as a roofing only contractor. However, at the request of our clients, we have expanded to become a full service exterior remodeling company. This includes; siding, soffit, fascia, and gutters! We frequently work with our clients on insurance claims. We offer maintenance deals. We also offer financing options with third party vendors. We are a Certified Owens Corning contractor and Certified GAF contractor. Our team is trained regularly through our manufacturer's programs. Our team is also trained and certified through the InterNachi Home Inspector Program. We have been honored with the Super Service Awards through Angie's List from 2014- 2018. Please give us the opportunity to show you why! We would love to earn this for 2019 and it starts with you! Always feel free to ask questions and voice concerns by contacting us via phone or email.

"Very well, they also provide photos so you can see what they have cleaned."

Mary A on June 2019


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LARRYS WINDOW SERVICE INC

4.77(
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LARRYS WINDOW SERVICE INC

4.77(
35
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers

55 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES APPLY. $60 RESIDENTIAL MINIMUM SERVICE CHARGE AS OF 12/01/16. ADDITIONAL ADDRESS: PO BOX 1471; DES MOINES IA 50305. MAY CONTACT BY EMAIL. NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE.

"It was great. I highly recommend them to others."

Pam G on December 2021

55 EMPLOYEES. NO SUBS. COST IS DETERMINED BY THE JOB. TRAVEL CHARGES APPLY. $60 RESIDENTIAL MINIMUM SERVICE CHARGE AS OF 12/01/16. ADDITIONAL ADDRESS: PO BOX 1471; DES MOINES IA 50305. MAY CONTACT BY EMAIL. NO EXTRA CHARGE FOR 24 HOUR EMERGENCY SERVICE.

"It was great. I highly recommend them to others."

Pam G on December 2021


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BAGNALL BUILDERS

4.82(
22
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BAGNALL BUILDERS

4.82(
22
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Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers

Bagnall Builders has over 40 years of experience in building material and home improvement. David Van Blair is the owner of this family operated business and he will work with you personally from the beginning of your project to the end. We hope you will trust us on your next home improvement adventure. Free estimates.

"Brand new deck railing — contacted the owner for an estimate. He worked closely with us on designing exactly what we wanted. We have a 10 acre pond behind our home and wanted the ability to see it clearly, yet needed a deck railing. David and his employees were surprisingly (most contractors march to the beat of their own clock!) punctual and professional. They mapped out the most ideal structure to maximize our view. We could not be happier with their hard work, expertise, listening skills, and care and concern for what we wanted. VERY impressed!! I would hire this company to do any repairs, additions, replacements, etc."

Susan E on July 2018

Bagnall Builders has over 40 years of experience in building material and home improvement. David Van Blair is the owner of this family operated business and he will work with you personally from the beginning of your project to the end. We hope you will trust us on your next home improvement adventure. Free estimates.

"Brand new deck railing — contacted the owner for an estimate. He worked closely with us on designing exactly what we wanted. We have a 10 acre pond behind our home and wanted the ability to see it clearly, yet needed a deck railing. David and his employees were surprisingly (most contractors march to the beat of their own clock!) punctual and professional. They mapped out the most ideal structure to maximize our view. We could not be happier with their hard work, expertise, listening skills, and care and concern for what we wanted. VERY impressed!! I would hire this company to do any repairs, additions, replacements, etc."

Susan E on July 2018


"The job was done in very little time and looked wonderful."

Mary M on January 2019

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"The job was done in very little time and looked wonderful."

Mary M on January 2019

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Deck Maintenance questions, answered by experts

If you have wood decking, there are several common deck problems that you might encounter. For example, your natural wood boards may fade over time due to things like sunlight, weather, and debris. On top of that, some types of wood decking can rot, grow mold, and attract destructive pests—including termites, carpenter ants, and woodpeckers.

To maximize the utility of space under a deck, it’s important to keep this area dry and clean. One way to prevent the area from becoming too wet is to install an under-deck draining system. This affordable home upgrade channels water away from the deck and provides usable space for storage or a functional area below a second-story deck. Not only will this be a useful maintenance upgrade, it can boost your home’s property value.

Learning how to repair rotted wood is something that you can do after stopping existing wood rot from spreading. After removing the wood rot, you can put new wood in place of the ruined wood or use wood putty to repair minor damage. However, because wood rot is difficult to eradicate without expert help, you may want a professional to do it. Do not attempt repairs in the area until you are certain that all the damaged wood and signs of wood rot are gone.

There are several methods of supporting a balcony. Very small balconies, such as Juliet balconies that don't include any usable floor space and don't need to support human weight, may simply require supporting bolts drilled into the home's structure. Cantilevering is a method that requires no additional exterior supports, and larger balconies typically need posts and footings to carry the weight from below.

There are several methods for attaching stair stringers to a deck. The best way is to bolt the stringers to the deck joists using three carriage bolts in a triangular pattern. This method offers the sturdiest fit for stairs that won’t budge. Alternatively, attach the stringers to the deck rims using lag bolts or to the posts using adjustable slope hangers.

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