Top 3 Home Builders in West Des Moines, IA

Porch Pro Headshot Central Iowa Backhoe Svc
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Serves West Des Moines, Iowa
Located in Norwalk, Central Iowa Backhoe Svc is an Excavating---Trenching ---Demo ---company.Erosion Control and other services.
Located in Norwalk, Central Iowa Backhoe Svc is an Excavating---Trenching ---Demo ---company.Erosion Control and other services.
Porch Pro Headshot Caliber Homes of Iowa
Home Builders
Serves West Des Moines, Iowa
Porch Pro Headshot Koester Development
Home Builders
Serves West Des Moines, Iowa

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A professional will assist you with scope and estimates, but having a clear idea of what you want to accomplish will help communication.

Do you want professionals to do everything, or do you have the time and skill to do some of the work?

Many projects such as have a DIY component, such as painting or cleanup.

First and foremost, protect yourself and make sure the contractor and any sub-contractors are licensed, bonded and insured.

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How many home builders does West Des Moines have?

There are around 50 companies throughout West Des Moines to help you with your next home building services job.

  • 5 of them have an A or A+ rating from Better Business Bureau.

How does invoicing/payment work for most Home Builder projects in West Des Moines?

Every project differs, but you should ask any home builder for an estimate, before they do any work. In fact, ask for their general payment terms before any home building services work is done.

If the job is large and going to take longer than a day, it's common practice for home builders to request a down payment. Usually, this will be around 25% so they can commence work on your home builder project.

If it's a quick job, you'll likely be given an invoice/bill when the job is complete. Then it's up to you and the home builder to determine if you pay immediately or can send payment at a later date.

Latest projects near West Des Moines

Recent projects booked on Porch
Des Moines 50321
Residential Building
Start Date
Within a year
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
Restore 2 exterior oak doors(one side only)
Extent of design prep work
No
Van Meter 50261
Story Addition
Start Date
Within a year
Project type
Home remodel or addition
Type of remodeling project
Home addition and remodel
Addition type
Additional story or multi-story home addition
Approximate square footage
500-1000 sq ft
Rooms to remodel
Kitchen, Basement
Remodel other areas of home too
Yes, I want to remodel the entire home
Extent of design prep work
Yes, I have professional plans and designs
Number of stories tall
Two floors
West Des Moines 50265
Residential Building
Start Date
Within a week
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
Replace Patio Door
Extent of design prep work
Yes, I have sketches and a basic idea of what I want
Des Moines 50312
Residential Building
Start Date
Within a month
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
Cut rough opening in brick wall for new front door. Pour concrete porch, sidewalk and new driveway.
Extent of design prep work
Yes, I have sketches and a basic idea of what I want
Waukee 50263
Residential Building
Start Date
I'm flexible
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
A screen/glass door was installed incorrectly and I need it re installed
Extent of design prep work
No
Waukee 50263
Residential Building
Start Date
Within 48 hours
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
Change door locks
Extent of design prep work
No
West Des Moines 50265
Residential Building
Start Date
Within a month
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
Put ship lathe on a wall
Extent of design prep work
No
West Des Moines 50265
Residential Building
Start Date
Within a week
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
Dog door on wall
Extent of design prep work
Yes, I have sketches and a basic idea of what I want
Des Moines 50312
Residential Building
Start Date
Within a month
Project type
Something else
Residential building project type
Remove small section of flooring to widen entry way. And widen one doorframe opening.
Extent of design prep work
No