The kitchen is the center of your home. It is where meals are prepared, kids gather at the counter, friends linger after dinner, and family traditions take shape. When your kitchen feels too small, lacks storage, or simply looks outdated, it can affect your entire routine.
At Elk River Contracting LLC, we remodel kitchens that feel as good as they look. Based in Ankeny and serving Des Moines, Iowa and the surrounding metro, we bring together design, planning, and craftsmanship to create kitchens that match your style and make daily life easier. Our team listens first, then guides you through a process that keeps the focus on your vision while respecting your budget and schedule.
Whether you’re planning a full remodel, an addition, or a custom build, our team is here to help. Let’s talk through your goals, explore options, and start shaping a construction or remodeling plan that fits your vision, timeline, and budget.
No two kitchens are alike, but nearly every remodel blends design improvements with updated finishes and smarter layouts.
Open up your kitchen with more counter space, storage, and room for gathering. Expanding this central space often transforms the entire main floor.
Relax at the end of the day in a primary suite with a walk-in closet and private bath. A suite addition can bring comfort and value to your home.
Create space for movie nights, holidays, and everyday living with a family room addition designed around your lifestyle.
Welcome relatives or give older kids independence with a complete suite that includes a bedroom, bath, and living area.
Bring natural light indoors with a three-season or four-season room. These additions connect indoor comfort with outdoor views year-round.
When space on the lot is limited, we build up. Adding a second story or expanding over the garage can double usable square footage.
Protect vehicles and create storage with a new garage, or gain just a little more room with a small bump-out addition.
The biggest challenge with additions is making them look and feel like part of the original home. We carefully study rooflines, siding, windows, and trim so your new space matches the existing structure. Inside, we blend flooring, paint, and finishes for a cohesive look. Our design team helps you make choices that suit both your style and your budget, ensuring the new space fits naturally with the old.
Remodeling should feel exciting, not overwhelming. Our process is designed to keep things simple and transparent.
Reach Out and Share Your Vision – Cole, our owner, will discuss your goals and review your inspiration.
In-Home Walkthrough – We study your home’s layout and talk about how the addition will connect.
Estimate Review – At our office, we present your estimate and outline next steps.
Design and Selections – With help from one of our Design Managers, Lisa or Kate, you will finalize finishes and materials.
Construction – Our skilled team builds the addition with clear updates along the way.
Final Walkthrough – We ensure the new space blends seamlessly and meets your expectations.
Homeowners across Central Iowa choose Elk River because we focus on the details that make additions seamless. We do not cut corners, and we guide you through design decisions so you feel confident at every step. Cole is personally involved in planning, and our team of trusted trades delivers high-quality craftsmanship. From start to finish, we keep communication open so you always know what to expect.
You are more than your project. We take the time to understand your story, goals, and vision—so the end result reflects who you are, not just what you hired us to build.
We’re remodeling your home—not your entire life schedule. That means being thoughtful, respectful, and client-centered from demo day to final walkthrough.
We finish what we start—with excellence. When challenges pop up, we don’t cut corners or call it quits. We push through with integrity, craftsmanship, and pride in the final result.
Timelines vary depending on size and complexity. Smaller additions may take a few months, while larger or multi-story additions can take longer.
Cost depends on scope, square footage, and finishes. We provide a clear estimate and review options during your office meeting.
Yes. We pay close attention to rooflines, siding, and interior finishes to ensure the addition blends seamlessly.
Yes. We take care of all required permits and coordinate inspections with the city.
Yes. We design and build second-story additions and over-garage expansions when lot space is limited.
Yes. Additions increase livable space, improve comfort, and often add significant value to your home.
Elk River Contracting LLC proudly serves homeowners throughout Central Iowa. Our addition projects can be found in communities across the Des Moines metro, including:
If you do not see your town listed, reach out. We often take on projects beyond these areas.
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