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Avatar for Iconiq Construction, LLC
Iconiq Construction, LLC
4.9(
31
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"I hired Iconiq Construction to remodel my kitchen and I’m very happy with the crew. Sean was amazing, always kept me updated through the whole process. Everything went smooth, no delays, and no extra charges. Couldn’t ask for better."
kitchen remodel
Kitchen remodel
addition project
bathroom remodel
bathroom remodel

+2

Response time1 day
Response rate94%
9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Puget Sound Builders & Renovation
5.0(
1,372
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2006

Credit card accepted

Customers say: True professional

"Puget Sound BNR is a company you can trust. They delivered exceptional workmanship, completed the project within the agreed timeline, and exceeded our expectations in every way. If you're looking for a dependable contractor who takes pride in their work, this is the team to call."
Bathroom Renovation
Basement Remodel
Bathroom Renovation
Basement Remodel
Kitchen Remodeling

+23

9 neighbors recently requested a quote
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Finecraft Construction LLC
4.5(
41
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

Super Service Award Winner

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"Honestly, I have to say Max promised to be the best contractor ever. And he was, in our experience. The crew did great work and were meticulous. They had pride in their work. There was excellent communication. It was done in a week and site was left clean."
Kitchen remodel
kitchen remodel
Custom Bar
Guest house in Mill Creek
New Composite Deck

+51

Response time5 hrs
Response rate99%
241 neighbors recently requested a quote
NWPM Construction LLC
4.6(
18
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

Super Service Award Winner

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Customers say: True professional

"Work went well. As a retired remodeling contractor myself, I was pleased with the attention to detail that was shown by the technician, Misael. He made sure I was pleased with each repair before finishing up each project."
Redo stairs rails with black stain
Bathroom remodel
Interior remodeling
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
In the process of applying stain.

+30

4 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by86%of homeowners
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Baklinski Home Improvement
5.0(
4
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Des Moines, WA and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2020

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"The job was done perfectly! The contractor was very professional and had great attention to details. I could discuss with him a few different options and pros and cons of each. He was showing on time everyday and working very hard. Finished project looked exactly as I wanted it. The only minor problem (hot/cold water pipes connected to opposite ends) was fixed next day after reporting it."
27 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by75%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry questions, answered by experts

An A-frame home can be cheaper to build than a traditional house, but that is not always a given. Prices can be fairly similar in some cases, depending on the location, design, and necessary site preparation. Costs for an A-frame typically run between $100 to $200 per square foot, which is comparable to the cost of a traditional home. The cost of an A-frame can come in under those numbers if you opt for a prefabricated kit.

Installing a tongue-and-groove wall requires similar techniques to those associated with installing shiplap. However, because of the precision necessary to make each board fit perfectly and the increased material prices, the cost is higher than that of shiplap installations. Expect to spend between $2 and $6 more per square foot for tongue-and-groove walls versus shiplap ones.

There are a few easy ways to locate a wall stud without a stud finder. First, try knocking on the wall with your knuckles. Most parts of the wall will sound hollow, but when you tap over a stud, it will sound more solid. Alternatively, since studs are spaced 16 or 24 inches apart, you can measure those distances from a corner of the room, which will always have a stud.

For a professional carpenter, installing a window seat can take anywhere from a few hours to a few days, depending on some aspects of the project. Aside from building the seat itself, if they have to remove any cabinets, shelves, or baseboards, that will add time to the project.

The primary parts of a house that need framing during construction are floors, exterior walls, interior walls, and the roof. The framing in these areas provides the skeleton for adding other materials over the top. With walls, for example, contractors can hang drywall over the interior walls and siding over the outside of the exterior walls. Proper framing ensures a sturdy house that is built to last.

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