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.
Feb 12, 2026

You want to finish your basement, but you are not sure which direction to go. A home gym would save money on memberships. A

Feb 10, 2026

Your basement layout holds serious potential. But before you start planning that guest bedroom or home theater, you need to understand what Iowa building

Feb 6, 2026

Finishing your basement is one of the smartest ways to add living space to your Central Iowa home. But rushing into the project without

Feb 4, 2026
A basement bathroom in Central Iowa runs about $12,000 to $50,000+ in 2026, and the rough-in and sewer line decide most of it. Here
Feb 2, 2026
Basement finishing in Des Moines runs about $30 to $70 per square foot in 2026. See planning costs for 500, 800 and 1,000 square
Jan 29, 2026
A $500,000 budget still builds a new home in Central Iowa. Here is how big, by lot price and by county, using 2025 Census
Jan 27, 2026

If you’re planning to build a custom home in West Des Moines, you’ve probably seen wildly different cost estimates. Some sources say $150 per

Jan 23, 2026

Building a custom home in Central Iowa means making one big choice early: ranch or two-story? This guide breaks down the real differences in

Jan 21, 2026

A typical custom home in Iowa takes about 8 to 12 months from design to move-in in 2026. Most projects land near 10 months