Frequently Asked Questions

Yes, we provide rapid response for structural damage, water issues, and safety emergencies. Our experienced crew serves Des Moines and nearby cities like Carlisle and Boone. Call (515) 330-0820 for immediate response.

Yes, Brinkerhoff Construction is licensed and insured across the State of Iowa. We're a family-owned company with decades of combined experience serving Central Iowa homeowners and businesses.

Yes, we design and build bathrooms for accessory dwelling units, basements, and garage conversions. We specialize in maximizing small footprints while meeting Iowa building codes.

We serve Des Moines and surrounding Central Iowa communities including Boone, Ames, Indianola, Carlisle, and Perry. We're conveniently located near I-235 and Highway 69.

Yes, we frequently work in Des Moines homes built between the 1950s-2000s. We specialize in updating layouts, restoration with period-correct styles, and energy upgrades for older properties.

Yes, we handle plumbing, electrical, and finish carpentry under one roof for kitchen and bathroom remodels. This approach ensures efficiency and coordinated project management.

Yes, we encourage free consultations and provide quotes for services like flooring upgrades, custom railings, and outdoor projects. Call (515) 330-0820 to schedule your estimate.

We specialize in pressure-treated, cedar, and composite decking suited to Iowa weather. Our outdoor builds are designed to withstand Midwest seasons and temperature swings.

Yes, we install and reposition windows and doors for improved layout, lighting, and energy efficiency. We handle framing modification and weather-sealing for Iowa's variable climate.

Yes, we use water-resistant materials for ADU bathrooms, moisture-resistant flooring for Iowa basements and kitchens, and locally sourced hardwoods with weather-resistant finishes.

For emergencies, we offer same-day service. For handyman services, we're available for same-week service calls. We're known for quick communication and responsive support.

A full kitchen remodel typically covers cabinet replacement or refinishing, countertop installation, flooring, lighting, backsplash, and appliance hookups — essentially every surface and system in the space. Depending on your goals, it can also include plumbing and electrical upgrades to meet current code requirements.

Yes, Brinkerhoff Construction can handle full layout redesigns, including removing or relocating walls to open up a kitchen or reconfigure the floor plan. As a general contractor, the team coordinates the structural, plumbing, and electrical work that a layout change requires rather than treating those as separate scopes.

Brinkerhoff Construction pulls the necessary permits through the City of Des Moines as part of the project so homeowners don't have to navigate that process themselves. Permitted work ensures inspections are completed at the right stages, protecting both the quality of the finished remodel and the homeowner's investment long-term.

A cosmetic update addresses surfaces — paint, hardware, cabinet doors, and fixtures — without changing the underlying layout or systems, while a full gut remodel replaces or reconfigures everything down to the walls, plumbing, and electrical. If your kitchen has an inefficient layout, aging infrastructure, or structural issues, a full remodel is usually the more practical long-term choice.

We handle the full process — starting with an in-home consultation to assess your existing structure, then design planning, permit filing with your local county, and construction that integrates seamlessly with your home's roofline and foundation. Most additions in the Des Moines area involve coordination with Polk County permitting offices, and we manage that on your behalf so you don't have to.

Every addition is designed to tie directly into your home's existing roofline and foundation so the finished result looks and functions like it was always part of the house. We assess the existing structure before any work begins to identify the right connection points and ensure the addition meets local building standards.

Brinkerhoff Construction manages all permit coordination with Polk County permitting offices on your behalf — you don't need to file paperwork or track approvals yourself. Keeping permitting in-house means fewer delays and a cleaner handoff between the planning and construction phases of your addition.

Yes, Brinkerhoff Construction builds multi-level and multi-room additions throughout Des Moines, including added bedrooms, bathrooms, and expanded living spaces. Every project covers the structural framing, roofline matching, and foundation work needed to make the new space feel like it was always part of the home.

Brinkerhoff Construction builds master suites, main-floor bump-outs, garage conversions, and full multi-room expansions for homeowners across Des Moines and Polk County. Whether you need a single added room or a large-scale expansion, the team handles the entire scope from foundation to finished interior.

Brinkerhoff Construction manages every phase of a kitchen remodel under a single contract, so you never have to coordinate separate contractors yourself. That includes structural changes, rough-in trades, permit filing, and finish work — one team, one point of contact, from the first plan to the final walkthrough.

Most kitchen remodels in Des Moines that involve structural, electrical, or plumbing changes require a permit through the City's Development Services department. Brinkerhoff Construction determines what permits apply to your specific project and files them on your behalf, so you are not left navigating the City of Des Moines permitting process alone.

Yes, Brinkerhoff Construction operates as a single-source general contractor for kitchen remodels in Des Moines, handling both the planning and the physical build rather than passing you between separate design and construction firms. This means decisions stay coordinated and your project stays on a consistent schedule from concept through completion.