Clive is one of those places that feels connected to everything while still giving you room to breathe. With easy access across the west metro and a community built around parks, trails, and outdoor space, Clive is a great place to settle in for the long haul. A big reason residents love the area is the Clive Greenbelt, a scenic corridor along Walnut Creek that runs through the community and brings people outside year-round.
If you love living in Clive but parts of your home feel dated, cramped, or simply not designed for how you live today, Elk River Contracting can help. We provide home remodeling services for Clive homeowners who want a clear plan, honest communication, and craftsmanship that holds up over time. From a kitchen remodel or bathroom renovation to a finished basement, home addition, or outdoor living space, we help you turn ideas into a space you truly enjoy using every day.
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.
Life in Johnston often includes busy weekdays and full weekends. You might spend time at Terra Park, enjoy the Beaver Creek corridor, or take advantage of local trails and outdoor spaces. That active, family-focused lifestyle is exactly why many homeowners choose to remodel instead of move.
Common goals we hear from Johnston residents include:
A kitchen remodel should make everyday life easier. The right layout changes how you cook, host, and move through your main level. Some Johnston kitchen projects focus on finishes, while others involve reworking the entire flow, adding an island, or expanding the footprint.
Common kitchen upgrades include:
Bathrooms are detail-heavy spaces, and that is where a good remodel stands out. Whether you are upgrading a hall bath or creating a primary bathroom you actually enjoy, we focus on comfort, function, and finishes that hold up.
Popular bathroom remodeling options include:
Accessibility-focused updates that support long-term living
A finished basement gives you flexible space without changing your home’s footprint. In Johnston, basements often become the space where families spread out, entertain, or create a dedicated zone for work and hobbies.
Basement spaces we commonly build:
A quality basement finish also includes behind-the-walls planning, like moisture control, insulation, and lighting design, so the space feels comfortable year-round.
If multiple areas of your home need updates, a whole-home remodel can tie everything together with a consistent plan. Instead of remodeling one room now and trying to match the next room later, we help you build a cohesive vision that fits your timeline.
Whole-home remodeling may include:
Sometimes the best solution is simply more space. A well-designed addition should feel like it belongs, both outside and inside. That means matching rooflines, siding, windows, trim, and interior transitions so the new space blends naturally with the rest of the home.
Popular home additions in Johnston include:
When the weather is good, outdoor space becomes part of your home. If your backyard is underused, an outdoor living project can create a space you actually look forward to using, whether that is for quiet mornings or hosting friends.
Outdoor living projects we build include:
Johnston businesses also need spaces that support growth, function well, and represent their brand. Elk River Contracting takes on commercial remodeling and tenant improvement work with an organized approach that respects schedules and minimizes disruption.
Commercial remodeling can include:
Remodeling goes better when expectations are clear and communication is consistent. Our process is designed to keep things organized from the first conversation through the final walkthrough.
What the experience typically looks like:
Reach out with your project details
Share photos of your current space and inspiration
Phone consultation to talk through goals and scope
On-site walkthrough in Johnston
Estimate review with clear scope and options
Design support and selections to finalize finishes
Construction with consistent communication
Final walkthrough to confirm every detail
We work with homeowners throughout Johnston and nearby communities across the Des Moines metro. If you are close to local favorites like Terra Park or the Beaver Creek corridor, we can help you plan a remodel that fits your home and your lifestyle.
Many projects require permits, especially when plumbing, electrical, structural changes, or additions are involved. We help coordinate required permits and inspections as part of the planning process.
Often, yes. It depends on which areas are being remodeled and how extensive the work is. We will talk through your household needs early so expectations are clear.
Yes. Having guidance on layouts, finishes, and selections keeps the project moving and helps the final result feel cohesive.
Kitchens, bathrooms, and basement finishing are some of the most common projects because they improve how you use your home every day. Additions and outdoor living spaces can also be a great fit when you need more space or want to use your yard more often.
The best first step is to reach out with a short description of your project. Photos and inspiration images help us understand your goals and style quickly.
If you are planning a kitchen remodel, bathroom renovation, basement finishing project, home addition, outdoor living space, or commercial remodel in Johnston, Elk River Contracting is here to help you move forward with a clear plan and a high-quality result.
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