Blake Daniels

Blake Daniels-Owner

Blake Daniels

At a young age, Blake knew he wanted to build homes for more families than just his own. He started Busy Builders in 2020 and partnered with trade contractors he trusts. Together they can take on a project of any size across Central Iowa. Whether it's a bathroom refresh finished in a few weeks or a new custom home, Busy Builders is here to help you get it built.
Jul 17, 2026

A general contractor turns a project you can describe into a building you can live in. In Iowa, the role carries legal duties, registration

Jul 17, 2026

The expensive basement mistakes happen in the steps people skip on the way to picking flooring. This guide covers the errors we see most

Jul 17, 2026

Most finished basements in the Des Moines metro take 6 to 10 weeks of construction, plus 2 to 4 weeks of design and permitting

Jul 17, 2026

Finishing a basement yourself can save real money, and it can also cost you more than hiring it out on day one. This guide

Jul 17, 2026

Finishing a basement changes how air moves through your whole house. Iowa basements deal with radon, humidity, and tight winter construction that traps stale

Jul 17, 2026

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Jul 15, 2026

Finishing a basement is one of the best ways to add living space without changing your home’s footprint. It is also one of the

Jul 14, 2026
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