Construction across the Des Moines metro
Inclusive and diverse-owned construction businesses across the Des Moines metro, not just the city itself.
Contractors, electricians, painters and specialty trades working across Polk County and the towns around it. Iowa licensing and municipal registration are worth asking to see. Exterior work follows the season closely, so spring through fall books out and winter is easier for quotes.
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Where they are across the Des Moines metro
Each listing sits at its street address when the owner has shared one, otherwise at its ZIP or town.
Businesses on the map of Des Moines
- Jermaine's Hauling & Services, Des Moines (town center)
- The Great Frame Up, Des Moines (town center)
Building or renovating in Des Moines? Start here.
Guides to checking a contractor before you hire, and to finding certified firms for larger projects and public bids.
Guides for hiring and bidding
Reading picked for construction and for the Des Moines metro.
Women-Owned Business Certification in 2026: WBENC, WBE, WOSB, and EDWOSB Explained
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Capability Statement Guide for Diverse-Owned Businesses in 2026
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How Diverse-Owned Businesses Can Get Procurement-Ready in 2026
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Black-Owned Businesses in Des Moines to Support in 2026
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Where to be around Des Moines
Pride and cultural festivals nearby, and the heritage and awareness dates on the calendar.
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More across the Des Moines metro
Each photo is from a listing in that category.
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Signed, dated pieces about the places where we spend our money, and who they are built for.
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Read moreConstruction in Des Moines: questions people ask
How many contractors and builders are listed across the Des Moines metro?
Two right now, in Des Moines. The list grows as businesses are recommended, checked and added.
What makes a business inclusive on Inclusivity.org?
Every listing shows why it is here, with a source you can check: the owner's own statement, a public listing such as a chamber directory, or a recognized certification. Some are owned by the communities they serve and some are allies who welcome everyone. We never list someone's identity without a source.
How do I check a contractor's license?
Your state or city licensing board has a public lookup. Check that the license matches the kind of work, and ask for a certificate of insurance before anyone starts.
How many bids should I get?
Two or three written bids is a good rule. Compare what each includes, who pulls the permits and how payments are scheduled, not just the total.
Is it free to be listed?
Yes. A basic listing is free, and owners can claim and update theirs at any time. Featured and Enhanced listings get more room on the page, and being listed never depends on them.
How do I suggest a contractor that is missing?
Use Recommend a business at the bottom of this page. We research every suggestion, and nothing goes live until it has been checked.
Know a contractor we're missing?
Tell us who they are and we'll do the research. Nothing goes live until we've checked it, and we never list someone's identity without a source.