St. Louis County · 35 minutes from our Cottleville shop
Remodeling contractor in Kirkwood, MO
Older homes, strict permitting, careful work. Additions and kitchens that respect the house.
Kirkwood is the furthest city we work in regularly, and one of the most rewarding: early-1900s to 1950s homes near downtown, bungalows and two-stories with character, and owners who want work that fits the house.
Kirkwood reviews plans closely and inspects often. We draw to the city's requirements and build to them, and we take projects here that justify the thirty-five-minute drive: kitchens, additions and whole-level remodels.
What we do here
The work Kirkwood homes ask for
Every service we offer is available here. These are the ones we do most in this city, and what they look like locally.
Kirkwood additions have to match older homes and pass close review; our in-house drawings are built for that.
About Additions →Kitchens in Kirkwood's older homes are remodeled to fit the house, often keeping original openings and adding an island where the plan allows.
About Kitchens →Older Kirkwood foundations are where we do crack repair and drainage before any basement finish.
About Foundation →
Also in Kirkwood: bathroom remodeling, basement finishing, custom decks, custom staircases.
How a Kirkwood project runs
- 1
Walkthrough
We come out to Kirkwood, measure, photograph and listen. Free.
- 2
Design and quote
In-house drawings and a written quote.
- 3
Permit
Building permits in Kirkwood are issued by the City of Kirkwood's Building Commissioner, with closer plan review than most cities.
- 4
Build
Our crew does the carpentry and structure, our licensed electrical partner does the wiring, and we schedule the inspections.
- 5
Walk through again
Final inspection, punch list, and you sign off.
Why homeowners here hire us
- Three generations of carpenters, based in Cottleville
- About 35 minutes from Kirkwood, so walkthroughs and site visits happen fast
- Insured; permits and inspections handled by us
- In-house drawings and a written quote
- Electrical by a licensed partner, on our schedule
- Real photos of our own work, not stock
Recent work from our job sites
Kitchen remodel: new layout, custom hood, open shelves, island seating1 / 8
Questions Kirkwood homeowners ask
Do you take jobs in Kirkwood?
Yes. Kirkwood is about 35 minutes from our office on State Route N in Cottleville, well inside the area we work every week.
Who pulls the permit for a remodel in Kirkwood?
We do. Kirkwood issues its own building permits through the city's Building Commissioner. We submit the application, schedule each inspection and meet the inspector on site.
Do you charge for the first visit?
No. The walkthrough and the written quote are free. You only pay once you sign a contract and work is scheduled.
How soon can you start?
It depends on the season and the size of the job. Small projects such as a staircase or a deck can often start within a few weeks; kitchens and basements are scheduled once cabinets or materials are confirmed. We give you a real date, not a guess.
Who does the electrical on your jobs?
First Choice Electric, a licensed electrical contractor based minutes from our shop. When the job needs wiring, we bring them in and coordinate the schedule.
Are you licensed and insured?
We are insured, and we handle the permits on every job that needs one. Missouri has no statewide general contractor licence; a few cities license contractors, and we follow each city's rules. Ask and we will send the certificate of insurance.
Can I see work you have done near Kirkwood?
Yes. The project gallery on this site is all our own jobs, and we can point you to a nearby one that matches what you have in mind.
Is Kirkwood's permit process slower?
Reviews take longer than in St. Charles County and inspections are more frequent. We build that into the schedule up front so it does not surprise you.
What customers say
What homeowners near Kirkwood say
From our Google Business Profile and Facebook page, shown as written.
Sean and John came in and turned my abysmal bathroom into something amazing. Great service, professional, timely and excellent at communicating. They will be back to do many other projects for me.
Sean, from SC2 contracting just finished building my new deck. I couldn't be more pleased! Not only did Sean do a great job, but he made the project very pleasant by always communicating when he'd be at my house, if it was okay to work on weekends, and what was happening next. He clearly is a man of high integrity, taking pride in doing a good job and working hard every day to get the job done(even in the St Louis heat we had this summer).
I will definitely be in touch with him again to do other projects for me, and have no doubt I'll get the same wonderful results!!
Very professional to work with and outstanding quality.
Also serving near Kirkwood
St. Louis County overview and the neighbouring cities we work in.
Planning a remodel in Kirkwood?
Free walkthrough, written quote, and a crew that is 35 minutes away.