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Mikes General Contracting

in business since 2007

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customer rated

7 customer reviews

3 years on Angie's List

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Phone Number

(515) 918-0632

Address

3224 SW 12th St
Des Moines, IA
50315

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Mikes General Contracting is a small company set to personally accommodate your specific needs. I Mike Signs work every job no matter how small or large from start to finish to ensure that you receive the best results for each and every job. I am happy to meet with you for a consultation and free estimate. We gladly accept credit cards

Contact Mikes General Contracting

Phone Number

(515) 918-0632

Address

3224 SW 12th St
Des Moines, IA
50315

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Review: Home Remodeling Service
3 months ago

Master Bath Remodel

We hired Mike because of Angie's List rating. He started this project on May 1st, 2019 and he said it would be a 2 - 3 week project. Mike's policy is he does the labor and you buy the materials. We ordered tile which was delivered a month in advance by the tile company. When Mike started laying the tile it was discovered there were 2 different finishes to the tile (glossy and matte which was the tile company's fault). Mike didn't notice this my wife did. This is where things started to unravel. The tile company couldn't get the matte finish we wanted for another month because it was back-ordered. So it was up to me to track down another supplier (which I did in Louisiana and had it shipped within 3 days. From that point forward it was like pulling teeth to get Mike over here to work on our project. He would show up for a few hours on weekends and said he had other projects that he had scheduled so he would have to do ours when he could find time. He claimed our project became bigger than we originally talked about and it compromised all his other projects ( we had one additional request to move a toilet and install a half wall which HE AGREED was fine to add). We had him install a vanity which required moving some plumbing (Mike went with me to pick up the vanity). He later complained he didn't anticipate it would require moving plumbing so that set him back (isn't it a contractors job to measure things?). When moving the plumbing he had to remove drywall. After he moved the plumbing he installed the vanity without repairing the drywall he removed so now it's impossible to fix. We wanted bullnose in our shower niches and he complained it was time-consuming. So we went to get another tile trim solution that would be easier to install (this required me to drive to Omaha to pick up product). I had the product back on Monday and he didn't come back until the next weekend to work on. We had electrical and plumbing work that could have been worked on without Mike but he wouldn't send them over to finish. To get a hold of Mike and have him respond (basic communication) was almost impossible. Mike was supposed to install a shower door and paint to finish things up. When I said we wanted to pick out our own shower door and paint he got angry. He actually got into a shouting match with my wife. We wanted Sherwin Williams paint and he actually said "I don't paint with Sherwin Williams. I never have and I never will. If you want Sherwin Williams do it yourself!" That was the last straw. I asked Mike to come pick up his things and we were done. Now I'm having to find other contractors to finish the job (drywall, plumber, electrician, tile). The contractors that have come in are appalled at the way we were treated and the shoddy work that was done. It's the middle of July and our project is still not done. We're hoping we can finish by the end of July. THIS PROJECT WAS A NIGHTMARE! I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND THIS COMPANY FOR ANY KIND OF WORK! CRAFTSMANSHIP, COMMUNICATION, PROFESSIONALISM, DEPENDABILITY, RESPONSIVENESS, AND BASIC LACK OF CUSTOMER RESPECT DOES NOT COME CLOSE TO THE A RATING FOR WHICH WE HIRED THIS COMPANY.

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unfortunately in this business we encounter some customers that are out to get something for nothing. in this encounter they not only wanted to change from a simple few bathroom changes to a complete bathroom remodel with major alterations not to mention that there was tile issues completely related to the customer (as I did not pick out the tile, pick up the tile or receive the tile) that they accepted and I was to install. upon installing over half of the bathroom they tell me that it was not supposed to be a mix of matt finish amd gloss finish. I immediately noticed this but I was obviously installing the tiles that they provided me to install. at this point they wanted me to stop while they figured out what they were going to do about this. I was then contacted 2 days later by the customer telling me it would be the end of June before they could get the tiles they wanted and would that be ok. I told them that with the already work changes and alterations that we were getting into other scheduled projects and that middle of June and on I would have to do there project on weekends and/or evenings. at this time he was going to search for the tile more. so, moving forward I had to remove the tiles from the area of bathroom that was already finished and replaced with new tiles. after talking with the tile shop they sent a rep and to my understanding was going to compensate myself for the extra time time and labor related to the tile and I was to make a bill up for said work with a additional charge of over a thousand dollars for the customer for his inconvenience. I told him I would not do that and any agreement between him and the tile company was between them and in no way included myself. I told him that he was responsible for my extra charges and if the tile company was paying he could be reimbursed through them with my invoice. at that point he stated that it wasn't his responsibility and he did not have the money to pay for the extra work. I told him at that point work would stop again until he had the money to pay for the extra cost and again reminded him of upcoming other commitments that I had. he contacted me the next day and said that he had the money now. bottom line is every change order, addition, delays and issues with completing this project on time was related to the customer entirely. I went out of my way to accommodate them and was asked to lie for them (which I refused to do) so they could get paid for there mistake with the tile. my guy's and myself went on more than one weekend to work on this project. originally this project was changing the shower and removing a whirlpool tub and tiling the floors. it step by step changed to a new vanity, a new stool moved 5 feet down the wall. a additional wall built in front of the now moved stool and this was all supposed to happen in the same time frame even with there mix up on tiles. I stated on multiple occasions that my other scheduled projects were going to proceed and because they didn't just do the full remodel from the beginning their project was not scheduled for the time required to be there every day to complete it. they obviously dont understand scheduling and the time required for adding major changes in the middle of a project.
Services Performed
- Home Remodeling
A

Review: Plumber Service
5 months ago

Bathroom sink & stool

My handyman said the bathroom sink pipes and stool problems were above his pay-grade, so I found Mikes General Contracting (Des Moines, IA) on Angie's List. He and his partner were professional, prompt, reliable, and honest as the day is long. What appeared to be a small problem required much more work and time. The job was completed timely, was done professionally, and reasonable in cost. The two of them want to help people w/plumbing problems, not to take them to the cleaners. I can't say enough nice things about Mike! Salt of the Earth!
Services Performed
- Plumber
A

Review: Decks Service
7 months ago

Replaced deck floor and deck foundation.

Mike and his crew came as promised. Their work was beyond my expectations. They were professional, friendly, and responsive to my questions and concerns. The only reason I gave a B for price is it cost more than the estimate primarily due to the price of the cedar went up. Also, once the old floor boards were removed we discovered the foundation boards were rotting. Mike immediately got the supplies and replaced the foundation. Did a great job building new steps. Nice job cleaning up. I have contracted Mike and his crew to replace broken tiles on my house and to paint the house, window frames and trim.
Services Performed
- Decks
A

Review: Decks Service
2 years ago

Mike and his team helped me to rehabilitate a 1900 Duplex near Drake University in Des Moines, IA. The scope of work included installing/upgrading a new kitchen, bathroom, windows, paint (both interior and exterior), doors, siding, facia, soffit, constructing a new wooden deck, and fire escape for the second floor unit.

Mike was outstanding to work with. He was responsive and punctual. He communicated well and was extremely flexible as the rehab evolved over time.
Services Performed
- Decks
- Egress Window
- Siding
- Window Replacement
- Home Remodeling
- Interior Painting
A

Review: Egress Window Service
2 years ago

Basement bathroom.

Mike has worked with me on several projects since I moved tomy new home in July 2016. I originally asked for a quote on a basement bathroom. He not only completed that beautifully but he painted my whole house interior, built a wall and so much more. He listened to my ideas, had great suggestions and made me feel like we were working as a team. He is so easy to work with and is a true professional. I heartily recommend him. Beverly Kilman Johnston, IA
Services Performed
- Egress Window
- Room Remodeling
- Home Remodeling
- Interior Painting
- Basement Remodeling
A

Review: Decks Service
3 years ago

He has done multiple jobs for us ( remodeled kitchen and bathrooms,finished basement, installed new roof, installed new windows and shutters, sided former, built new deck, built new garage, poured new driveway.

He has always gone above and beyond our expectations in all areas of home repair and maintence. Very talented. Immaculate clean up ethics. Deserves the highest ratings in all areas
Services Performed
- Decks
- Concrete Driveways
- Egress Window
- Siding
- Window Replacement
- Garage Building
- Home Remodeling
- Basement Remodeling
A

Review: Room Remodeling Service
10 months ago

remodel of the house.

It was good. No problem.
Services Performed
- Room Remodeling

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