Energy-Efficient Home Builders in West Des Moines

“Can't say enough great things about Teal Creek Homes. Extremely professional, highly organized, and efficient is how I would describe our experience. My husband and I were wanting to downsize, and we found this hidden, wooded 1980's gem in West Des Moines, but it needed major updates. Jim and Julie not only went with us to inspect, but were able to get everything we wanted. The remodel started in mid September, and they finished a complete interior remodel by early Feb.! High quality, thorough with every detail. Bonus points that all the subcontractors were so friendly and accommodating. This was our first total house remodel and we were only a little over budget, but that was for add-ons that we wanted. We are heading to phase 2, which is the outside this spring and can't wait to see the magic that is Teal Creek Homes.”

“I contracted with James Otis to remodel the main level bathroom and add a new bathroom and closet on the 2nd floor of my 1930s home. James is a knowledgeable, meticulous, conscientious, and hard- working one-man construction company. This was my first experience with a major remodeling project. Being a “word of mouth” contractor, James understood this. He developed a separate written proposal which included an itemization of material and labor cost estimate for each of the main level and upper level bathrooms. James provided the necessary insurance papers. James made every effort to work within the initial budget providing suggestions/recommendations on quality fixtures and other materials. His suggestions also included having blown-in cellulose insulation to increase energy efficiency which was completed through a Mid-American Energy approved contractor. James was always present when sub-contractors worked on electrical, plumbing, insulation, and other additions. Electrical wiring in the basement was fixed (a previous contractor or DIY bad quality work). James would not proceed with the project until he got an electrical, plumbing, and general inspector approval. James worked through the cold winter including weekends to ensure the project progressed and was completed on time as proposed. I could not have been more satisfied with the finished projects. Both bathrooms have been well used this summer. The closet area has added a much-needed storage space. An unusable attic on the upper level is now converted into a functional bathroom/closet. I highly recommend James for a remodeling/addition project to your home. I look forward to working with James on other remodeling projects.”

“My husband and I are building our dream house to retire in. We are so pleased to have chosen Imprint Architects to help us with our design. To get a good design, the architects really must be good at listening and inserting the things they think you would enjoy and cutting waste that you wouldn't really use. Imprint Architects went above and beyond to help us make every detail of the house something we will enjoy. They helped us find ceiling structures we would never know about and numerous architectural features that personalizes our home for us such as arches in the wall and copper ceilings with uplighting. Their creativity and kind listening attitudes makes all of the difference in the world with how happy you are with your home. They are one of the best. They always are there for you whenever you have questions. The head of the company was just at our sight yesterday to see that everything was being built correctly. Our daughter is building with another contractor "architect". That has been a whole different experience of trying to keep them from putting up beautiful bandaids such as particle board for window trim! To those who are building, no one is more important than your architect who personally protects you and guides your contractor. Imprint does just that.”