Your Trusted Exterior Contractor in West Des Moines, Iowa
West Des Moines stretches from the historic charm of Valley Junction all the way out to the newer developments past Jordan Creek, and the contracting work changes dramatically depending on which part of the city you are in. Valley Junction is home to some of the oldest houses in West Des Moines — cottages and bungalows from the 1910s through the 1940s with real character and real maintenance needs. Roofing on these homes is often well past its lifespan, the original wood or aluminum siding is letting moisture creep behind the panels, and the gutters have been patched together so many times they barely function. We handle full exterior renovations in Valley Junction, replacing roofing, siding, and gutters in one coordinated project that protects the home and brings it back to life.
Over near Jordan Creek, the work looks completely different. These are larger homes built in the 2000s and 2010s, and the owners are focused on upgrading interiors that were finished with builder-grade materials. Kitchen remodeling is the number one request in this area — swapping out laminate countertops and stock cabinets for custom designs with solid surfaces and soft-close drawers. Bathroom remodeling runs a close second, with homeowners wanting spa-style master baths featuring modern tile work, frameless glass showers, and updated vanities. These homes look great from the curb, but the inside needs to match.
Mills Civic is the middle ground. These established 1990s neighborhoods have homes hitting the 25-to-30-year mark, which is when everything starts asking for attention at once. Roofing that has survived three decades of Iowa hail and wind needs a full tear-off, not just spot repairs. Siding is fading and becoming brittle. Concrete driveways and patios are cracking and heaving from decades of freeze-thaw punishment. We pour new concrete across West Des Moines every season, and we replace aging siding with fiber cement and engineered wood that holds up far better than what the original builder installed.
One thing that sets West Des Moines apart is HOA communities. Many neighborhoods here have strict architectural standards for materials, colors, and even gutter styles. We work within those guidelines every day and help homeowners choose options that satisfy the HOA while still looking the way they want. Whether it is a gutter replacement that needs to match specific color specs, basement finishing to add living space without a visible exterior change, or a full interior painting refresh to update a home that feels stuck in the 1990s, we handle the details so you do not end up fighting with your association.
Our crew drives in from Ankeny and can reach any part of West Des Moines in about 20 minutes. We bring honest pricing, clean job sites, and the same attention to detail whether we are working on a Valley Junction bungalow or a Jordan Creek executive home.
- Family-owned, based just minutes away in Ankeny
- Fully licensed and insured in Iowa
- Free, no-pressure estimates
- 24/7 emergency storm damage response
Services We Provide in West Des Moines, Iowa
From your roof to your kitchen, Black Ridge handles it all — inside and out — for West Des Moines homeowners.
Roofing in West Des Moines
New roofs, replacements, storm damage repair, and inspections for West Des Moines homeowners.
Learn about roofing →Siding in West Des Moines
Vinyl, fiber cement, and engineered wood siding to protect and beautify your West Des Moines home.
Explore siding options →Gutters in West Des Moines
Gutter installation, repair, and guards to protect your West Des Moines home's foundation.
See gutter solutions →Concrete in West Des Moines
Driveways, sidewalks, patios, and steps for West Des Moines homes. Removal and replacement.
Get a concrete quote →Kitchen Remodeling in West Des Moines
Cabinets, countertops, flooring, and full kitchen renovations for West Des Moines homeowners.
Plan your kitchen remodel →Bathroom Remodeling in West Des Moines
Showers, tile, vanities, and complete bathroom redesigns for West Des Moines homes.
Start your bathroom remodel →Basement Finishing in West Des Moines
Turn unused space into living space. Framing, drywall, flooring, and full buildouts.
Explore basement options →Interior Painting in West Des Moines
Walls, ceilings, trim, and cabinets. Clean lines and a fresh look for your West Des Moines home.
Get a painting estimate →Questions West Des Moines Homeowners Ask Us
We offer roofing (new construction, replacements, storm damage repair), siding installation (vinyl, fiber cement, engineered wood), gutter services (installation, repair, guards), and concrete work (driveways, sidewalks, patios, steps) throughout West Des Moines, IA.
Yes. Black Ridge Contracting is based in Ankeny, IA and proudly serves West Des Moines and all of Central Iowa. We are typically just a short drive from any project in West Des Moines.
Call us at (309) 883-9319 or fill out our online form. We will schedule a free, no-obligation visit to your West Des Moines property, inspect the work needed, and provide a clear written quote — usually within 24 hours.