Your Full-Service General Contractor in Windsor Heights, Iowa — Trusted by 200+ Homeowners

Your Trusted Exterior Contractor in Windsor Heights, Iowa

Windsor Heights is known for its character homes and tree-lined streets. Many of these homes need updated roofing, siding, and gutters to stay protected. Black Ridge Contracting brings careful, respectful workmanship to Windsor Heights — because older homes deserve extra attention.

We handle your home inside and out: roofing, siding, gutters, concrete, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, and interior painting. Every project comes with a free estimate, honest pricing, and a clean job site. That is the Black Ridge promise — whether you are in Windsor Heights or anywhere else in Central Iowa.

Windsor Heights is a charming enclave right within Des Moines, stretching along University Avenue and 73rd Street. The character homes here — mostly built in the 1940s through the 1960s — sit on tree-lined streets and have the kind of architectural detail you do not find in newer subdivisions. But homes from that era need special care. Roofing work on a mid-century home requires attention to the original roof lines and architectural character of the house. Siding replacement needs to match the neighborhood aesthetic so your home still fits in with the rest of the block. We take that seriously. Our crew works carefully on older homes because we understand that preserving character matters just as much as improving function.

Inside these Windsor Heights homes, kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling are two of the most common projects we handle. Mid-century kitchens were built for a different era — smaller footprints, less counter space, and outdated layouts. We help homeowners open things up with modern cabinets, solid countertops, and smarter designs that blend contemporary function with the charm of the original home. Bathrooms in homes this age often need a complete overhaul too — new tile, modern vanities, updated plumbing fixtures, and better lighting. These updates make a huge difference in daily comfort without losing the character that makes Windsor Heights special.

Basement finishing and waterproofing are common needs in homes from this era. After 60-plus years, basement walls can develop moisture issues that need to be addressed before finishing the space. We handle the waterproofing first, then transform your basement into usable square footage. Interior painting is another popular service in Windsor Heights — smaller rooms typical of mid-century floor plans look and feel much bigger with fresh, lighter paint colors and clean trim work. On the exterior, concrete sidewalks, driveways, and steps on older homes crack and settle over time, and we replace them with new pours that are built to last. Gutters need attention too, especially with all the mature trees in Windsor Heights — gutter guards keep leaves and debris out so water flows where it should.

• ✓ Family-owned, based just minutes away in Ankeny
• ✓ Fully licensed and insured in Iowa
• ✓ Free, no-pressure estimates
• ✓ 24/7 emergency storm damage response