Busy Builders

🏡 Home Remodeling in Des Moines, IA

🏡 Home Remodeling in Des Moines, IA

Custom Kitchens, Bathrooms, Basements, Additions & More—Built for Iowa Living

Des Moines homes are as diverse as the neighborhoods they’re in—from historic bungalows in Beaverdale to modern builds in Gray’s Station. But one thing is universal: when it’s time to remodel, you want a crew that delivers real quality without the runaround.

That’s where The Busy Builders comes in. We’re Des Moines’ go-to contractor for kitchen remodels, bathroom upgrades, basement finishes, custom decks, and home additions that actually add value—not headaches.


🛠️ Remodeling Services We Offer in Des Moines

Kitchen & Bathroom Remodeling »

We design and build kitchens and bathrooms that function better, feel brighter, and boost resale value.

Kitchens:

  • Custom cabinets & quartz or butcher block countertops

  • Tile backsplashes, LVP or tile flooring

  • Layout reconfigurations & open concepts

  • Appliance installs, lighting, and plumbing updates

Bathrooms:

  • Walk-in showers, soaking tubs & double vanities

  • Heated floors & modern tile work

  • Smart layout upgrades & space optimization

📍 Beaverdale project highlight: Converted a galley kitchen into a full U-shape with waterfall island and custom pantry cabinetry.


Basement Finishing & Remodeling »

Your Des Moines basement has way more potential than storage and spiders.

We build:

  • Guest suites, family rooms, and offices

  • Wet bars, game rooms, home gyms

  • In-law apartments or rental-ready setups

  • Full egress, insulation, electrical, and finishing

From the East Village to Southside split-levels, we’ve transformed dozens of unused basements into real livable square footage.


Deck Building & Outdoor Spaces »

We build decks and covered patios for every yard, layout, and lifestyle.

  • Cedar or composite deck builds

  • Multi-tier decks & custom stairs

  • Roof extensions, pergolas, and shade systems

  • Lighting, outlets, and fan installs

📍 Recent project in South of Grand: Covered deck with tongue-and-groove cedar ceiling, fan, lights, and built-in bench seating.


Interior Painting & Drywall »

Whether you’re patching a wall or redoing the whole interior, we’ve got it covered.

  • Whole-home repaints

  • Trim, crown, baseboard & accent wall painting

  • Drywall install & repair

  • Ceiling & cabinet finishes


Custom Carpentry & Built-Ins »

We create one-of-a-kind features that solve space problems and look like magazine spreads.

  • Mudroom lockers, bookcases, and wall units

  • Media walls, fireplace surrounds, and window seats

  • Closet organization & custom shelving

  • Decorative ceiling beams, wainscoting, and more


Home Additions »

Outgrowing your home but love where you live? Add space with purpose.

  • Family room & sunroom additions

  • Second-story add-ons

  • Master suites & in-law wings

  • Garage expansions & room-over-garage builds

📍 Recently added a second-floor addition to a bungalow off Ingersoll. Perfect roofline match. Modern inside, period-true outside.


📍 Des Moines Neighborhoods We Serve

We work across the entire city, including:

  • Beaverdale

  • Ingersoll Park

  • Gray’s Lake

  • Highland Park

  • East Village

  • South of Grand

  • Drake

  • Easter Lake

  • Merle Hay

  • Southside & Northside

If it’s within 25 minutes of the Capitol, we’re your crew.


🧱 Why Des Moines Trusts The Busy Builders

  • Local experience, no outsourced work

  • Fully licensed, insured, and transparent

  • Project timelines that are realistic and respected

  • In-house designers and carpenters

  • Clean, respectful crews


What Des Moines Homeowners Say

They turned our haunted basement into a family room, gym, and full bath. Unreal transformation.”
Ashley M., East Village

The kitchen remodel we waited 10 years for—and it was worth it. Busy Builders made it stress-free.”
Trevor L., South of Grand

Our home addition looks like it was always part of the house. Seamless.”
The Perez Family, Beaverdale


💬 Ready to Start Building?

Let’s remodel your home with purpose—and get it right the first time. Whether you need more space, better function, or just a fresh look, we’re the crew for the job.

👉 Get Your Free Remodeling Quote Now »