---
title: "De Soto Iowa Construction & Remodeling | Busy Builders"
description: "Home remodeling and bathroom remodeling in De Soto, Iowa. Busy Builders is a registered contractor serving Dallas County since 2020."
url: "https://busybuildersiowa.com/de-soto/"
---

# De Soto, Iowa

## Construction & Remodeling

Your One Call Solution for Home Building and Remodeling in De Soto, Iowa.

[Plan Your De Soto Project](https://busybuildersiowa.com/contact-us/)

1285+

Completed Projects​

## De Soto, Iowa General Contractor

### About Us

Established in 2020, [Busy Builders](https://busybuildersiowa.com/about-us/) has served more than 1,285 Central Iowa homeowners. We bring decades of combined trade experience to projects in De Soto and throughout Dallas County. As Iowa-registered contractors, we understand local building codes, permit processes, and the specific needs of small communities with excellent schools. From bathroom updates to custom home builds, we deliver quality work with transparent communication.

### Our Mission

Provide the most transparent and honest experience possible for any construction project. We provide detailed written estimates, explain permit requirements upfront, and maintain clear communication throughout your project.

### Our Vision

To serve all of [Central Iowa](https://busybuildersiowa.com/service-area/) with dedicated construction services, building lasting relationships through quality workmanship and integrity.

[Request your free quote](https://busybuildersiowa.com/contact-us/)

## Full-Service Construction And Remodeling in De Soto

### [Home Building](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-building/)

[New home construction](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-building/) in De Soto, IA. Located in [Dallas County](https://www.dallascountyiowa.gov/) along U.S. Highway 169 and near Interstate 80, De Soto has approximately 915 residents ([2020 census](https://censusreporter.org/profiles/97000US1903150-adel-de-soto-minburn-community-school-district-ia/)) and offers small-town living just 15 miles from [West Des Moines](https://busybuildersiowa.com/west-des-moines/). Founded in 1868 following the construction of the Chicago, Rock Island and Pacific Railroad, De Soto is named after a railroad official. Part of the top-rated [ADM School District](https://www.admschools.org/), this charming community features a welcoming library, parks, a dance studio, and a local bakery. We build [custom homes](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-building/) with foundations designed for Iowa’s 42-inch frost line and energy-efficient systems suited to this growing family community.

Complete [home remodeling](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-remodeling/) in De Soto, IA. De Soto’s housing stock includes homes from various eras, from the late 1800s railroad period through modern construction. The town of approximately 950 residents maintains a suburban-rural mix, with most residents owning their homes. [Median home values around $210,500](https://www.zillow.com/home-values/24333/de-soto-ia/) and a median household income of $92,500 reflect a stable, family-oriented community. Whether updating a historic farmhouse or modernizing a 1990s home, we transform properties while respecting their character.

### [Home Remodeling](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-remodeling/)

### [Kitchen remodeling](https://busybuildersiowa.com/kitchen-remodeling/)

[Kitchen remodeling](https://busybuildersiowa.com/kitchen-remodeling//) in De Soto, IA, addresses both infrastructure and design needs. Many older kitchens have compartmentalized layouts that don’t suit modern family living. We assess structural requirements before opening walls, upgrade electrical systems to current [NEC standards](https://dial.iowa.gov/licenses/building/electrical-permits-inspections) with dedicated circuits, and ensure plumbing meets [2021 UPC requirements](https://epubs.iapmo.org/2021/UPC/). De Soto’s strong property values mean kitchen investments typically provide solid returns.

[Basement remodeling](https://busybuildersiowa.com/basement-remodeling/) in De Soto, IA requires understanding local conditions and [radon risks](https://hhs.iowa.gov/health-prevention/providers-professionals/radiological-health/radon). Dallas County falls within EPA Radon Zone 1, with predicted indoor screening levels above 4 pCi/L. We recommend professional radon testing before any [basement](https://busybuildersiowa.com/basement-remodeling/) work. Mitigation systems installed during remodeling typically cost $800-1,500, compared with significantly more for retrofits. Proper moisture assessment is essential before finishing any basement in this area.

### [Basement Remodeling](https://busybuildersiowa.com/basement-remodeling/)

### [Bathroom Remodeling](https://busybuildersiowa.com/bathroom-remodeling/)

[Bathroom remodeling](https://busybuildersiowa.com/bathroom-remodeling/) in De Soto, IA, often reveals aging infrastructure in older homes. Cast iron drain lines, galvanized supply pipes, and inadequate ventilation are common in pre-1970s construction. Modern bathroom remodels require proper ventilation per [IRC standards (50 CFM minimum for bathrooms under 100 square feet)](https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRC2018/chapter-15-exhaust-systems). We inspect existing plumbing conditions before providing estimates and coordinate all required permits.

[Home additions](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-additions/) in De Soto, IA require building permits. De Soto is located in Van Meter Township, Dallas County. Contact [Dallas County](https://www.dallascountyiowa.gov/) or the city for current permit requirements. Iowa’s frost line depth of 42 inches applies to all foundation work. We handle all permit coordination and inspections, ensuring your addition meets current building codes and integrates seamlessly with your existing home.

### [Home Additions](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-additions/)

### [Basement Finishing](https://busybuildersiowa.com/basement-finishing/)

[Basement finishing](https://busybuildersiowa.com/basement-finishing-costs-des-moines-2026/) in De Soto, IA converts unused square footage into valuable living space. Per IRC requirements, basement bedrooms must have egress windows with minimum 5.7 square feet of opening, 24-inch minimum width, and maximum 44-inch sill height. Proper insulation (R-10 continuous or R-13 cavity for basement walls per Iowa code), vapor barriers, and dehumidification are essential given Iowa’s humidity and temperature extremes.

[Deck building](https://busybuildersiowa.com/deck-building/) in De Soto, IA enhances outdoor living in this [Dallas County](https://www.dallascountyiowa.gov/) community. De Soto hosts annual [De Soto Fun Days](https://desoto-ia.org/?page_id=4054) each September, celebrating community spirit. The town’s proximity to I-80 and [West Des Moines](https://busybuildersiowa.com/west-des-moines/) provides easy access while maintaining small-town charm. Iowa’s freeze-thaw cycles demand proper footing depth (42 inches minimum) and pressure-treated lumber or composite materials rated for our climate.

### [Deck Building](https://busybuildersiowa.com/deck-building/)

[Plan Your De Soto Project](https://busybuildersiowa.com/contact-us/)

## Building in De Soto and Southern Dallas County

De Soto has about 915 residents and sits near the junction of Highway 169 and I-80. That location does more for a construction schedule than the town’s size suggests. That is because Material delivery and crew travel run on interstate time rather than gravel time.

De Soto is also on the Raccoon River Valley Trail, and trail access has drawn buyers who want small-town cost with metro reach. Those projects lean toward additions, garages, and outdoor living rather than interior gut work.

The older housing in town is early and mid-century on generous lots. Generous lots are the reason we usually recommend building out instead of up here. Extending on grade avoids reworking a roof structure, and it is normally the cheaper path by a wide margin.

Lots nearer the river bottoms need drainage and floodplain status confirmed before anything below grade gets designed.

Footings need 42 inches minimum to clear Iowa’s frost line.

We build across [Dallas County](https://busybuildersiowa.com/dallas-county-iowa/). Homeowners in [Adel](https://busybuildersiowa.com/adel/), [Van Meter](https://busybuildersiowa.com/van-meter/), [Stuart](https://busybuildersiowa.com/stuart/), and [Waukee](https://busybuildersiowa.com/waukee/) call us for the same work.

Adding on in De Soto? Call: 844-435-9800 for a written estimate.

*Permit rules and fees change. Confirm current requirements with the City of De Soto before you commit to a budget or a timeline.*

## Our Building Partners.

- Achievement

## Your Project, Our Passion.

Since 2020, more than 1,285 Central Iowa homeowners have trusted us with their projects, and it shows.

1285+

Completed Projects​

90+

Skilled Workers​

99%

Satisfaction Rate​

## Quality Construction at the Right Price.

### Additions

Based on Average Pricing in De Soto.

Starting From

$

300

Per sqft.

Features

- Additional Story
- Tornado Shelter
- Living Room
- Bedroom
- Sunroom
- Bathroom
- Garage
- ADU

[Plan Your Home Addition](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-additions/)

### Kitchen Remodeling

Based on Average Pricing in De Soto.

Starting From

$

250

Per sqft.

Features

- Countertops
- Appliances
- Cabinetry
- Windows
- Islands
- Lights

[Plan Your Kitchen Remodel](https://busybuildersiowa.com/kitchen-remodeling/)

### Home Building

Based on Average Pricing in De Soto.

Starting From

$

150

per sqft.

Features

- Dream Build
- Multi-Family
- Tiny Home
- Spec Build

[Plan Your New Home](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-building/)

- Frequently Asked Questions

## FAQs About Home Construction & Remodeling in De Soto, IA

How do building permits work in De Soto?

De Soto is a small city in Dallas County located within Van Meter Township.

For building permits and requirements, contact Dallas County or the city directly.

Building permits are typically required for new structures, additions, renovations, and alterations. Iowa follows the [International Building Code](https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IBC2024V2.0) (IBC) and the [International Residential Code](https://codes.iccsafe.org/content/IRCComm2024V1P1) (IRC) standards.

We coordinate all permits and inspections for our clients.

What building codes does De Soto follow?

De Soto operates under Iowa State building codes, including the International Building Code (IBC), International Residential Code (IRC), 2020 National Electrical Code (NEC), and Uniform Plumbing Code (UPC).

Iowa’s frost line depth of 42 inches applies to all foundation work.

Dallas County is in EPA Radon Zone 1, so radon mitigation should be considered for any basement work.

Which school district serves De Soto?

Adel-DeSoto-Minburn (ADM) Community School District (Tigers) serves De Soto.

The district was formed on July 1, 1993, from the merger of Adel-De Soto CSD and Central Dallas CSD.

ADM High School is regularly ranked among the top 10 high schools in Iowa and the top 5 in the Des Moines Metro by US News.

The district is recognized as a STEM innovator and offers Project Lead the Way courses. Notable alumni include Nile Kinnick, Iowa’s only Heisman Trophy winner.

What's the housing market like in De Soto?

De Soto has approximately 915-950 residents with median home values around $210,500 and a median household income of $92,500.

Most residents own their homes.

The community offers a suburban-rural mix feel with conservative values.

Property values have remained stable, supported by the excellent ADM school district and proximity to [West Des Moines](https://busybuildersiowa.com/west-des-moines/) (just 15 miles away).

How far is De Soto from Des Moines?

De Soto is approximately 15 miles (20 minutes) from [West Des Moines](https://busybuildersiowa.com/west-des-moines/) and about 20 miles from downtown [Des Moines.](https://busybuildersiowa.com/des-moines/)

The city is located along U.S. Highway 169 near Interstate 80, providing easy access to the metro area.

De Soto is part of the Des Moines-West Des Moines Metropolitan Statistical Area.

What makes De Soto unique for homeowners?

De Soto combines small-town charm (under 1,000 residents) with access to one of Iowa’s top-rated school districts.

Founded in 1868 as a railroad town, De Soto maintains its community character while offering affordable housing close to [West Des Moines](https://busybuildersiowa.com/west-des-moines/) employment centers.

The Annual De Soto Fun Days in September bring the community together.

The town features a library, parks, a dance studio, and a bakery.

- Our Articles

## Home Building & Remodeling Blogs forDe Soto, IA

[Read our blog](https://busybuildersiowa.com/blog/)

[Sep 12, 2026By Blake Daniels ### Home Addition Cost in Pleasant Hill, Iowa: 2026 Guide Read More Home additions in Pleasant Hill start at $300 per square foot. Cost by type, Iowa frost line rules, and how suburban lot constraints affect the plan.](https://busybuildersiowa.com/home-addition-cost-pleasant-hill-iowa-2026/)[Sep 11, 2026By Blake Daniels ### Basement Finishing Cost in Maxwell, Iowa: 2026 Guide Read More Most Maxwell basement projects run $29,000 to $75,000. Cost by scope, Iowa egress rules, and why radon testing comes before framing.](https://busybuildersiowa.com/basement-finishing-cost-maxwell-iowa-2026/)[Sep 10, 2026By Blake Daniels ### Bathroom Remodel Cost in Liberty Center, Iowa: 2026 Guide Read More Most Liberty Center bathroom remodels run $10,000 to $30,000. Cost by tier, rural permitting, and why well and septic take extra planning.](https://busybuildersiowa.com/bathroom-remodel-cost-liberty-center-iowa-2026/)

```json
{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@graph":[{"@type":"Place","@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#place","geo":{"@type":"GeoCoordinates","latitude":"41.6060855","longitude":"-93.8051957"},"hasMap":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/search\/?api=1&query=41.6060855,-93.8051957","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"111 S 49th Street","addressRegion":"IA","postalCode":"50265","addressCountry":"US","addressLocality":"West Des Moines"}},{"@type":["GeneralContractor","Organization"],"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization","name":"Busy Builders","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com","sameAs":["https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/BusyBuilderz","https:\/\/www.bbb.org\/us\/ia\/west-des-moines\/profile\/remodel-contractors\/busy-builders-llc-0664-32137323","https:\/\/www.desmoinesregister.com\/press-release\/story\/30329\/busy-builders-expands-services-to-custom-home-building-in-central-iowa\/","https:\/\/nextdoor.com\/pages\/busy-builders-west-des-moines-ia\/","https:\/\/busybuildersllc.quora.com\/Busy-Builders-LLC-is-a-West-Des-Moines-IA-General-Contractor-company-focused-on-home-enhancement-through-remodeling-and","https:\/\/www.city-data.com\/business-entities\/IA\/BUSY-BUILDERS-LLC-644057-IA.html","https:\/\/www.homeadvisor.com\/rated.BusyBuildersLLCHome.125418287.html","https:\/\/share.google\/CwLFRDUlwAA3jdC6I","https:\/\/maps.app.goo.gl\/DigdFS58XfGad2h57","https:\/\/www.trustindex.io\/reviews\/busybuildersiowa.com","https:\/\/www.wikidata.org\/wiki\/Q139699968"],"email":"info@busybuildersiowa.com","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","streetAddress":"111 S 49th Street","addressRegion":"IA","postalCode":"50265","addressCountry":"US","addressLocality":"West Des Moines"},"logo":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#logo","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cropped-cropped-Untitled-design-57.png","contentUrl":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/11\/cropped-cropped-Untitled-design-57.png","caption":"Busy Builders","inLanguage":"en-US","width":"512","height":"147"},"priceRange":"$$$","openingHours":["Mo,Tu,We,Th,Fr,Sa,Su 08:00-18:00"],"description":"Busy Builders is a full-service home construction and remodeling contractor based in West Des Moines and serving homeowners across Central Iowa, including Des Moines, Ankeny, Waukee, Urbandale, and surrounding communities. Founded in 2020 after decades in the trades, the company specializes in custom home building, whole-home remodeling, kitchen and bathroom renovations, basement finishing and remodeling, home additions, and custom deck construction. Every project is managed from design through completion with a focus on transparent communication, honest pricing, detailed planning, and craftsmanship built to handle everyday life, helping families create functional, beautiful spaces that are made to last for generations. We are a registered and insured Iowa contractor; Iowa Contractor Registration #C140184.","legalName":"Busy Builders LLC","foundingDate":"2020-01-01","numberOfEmployees":{"@type":"QuantitativeValue","value":"90"},"location":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#place"},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#logo"},"telephone":"844-435-9800"},{"@type":"WebSite","@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#website","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com","name":"Busy Builders","alternateName":"Busybuildersiowa.com","publisher":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dallas-county-courthouse-adel-iowa-600nw-450317926.png","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dallas-county-courthouse-adel-iowa-600nw-450317926.png","width":"400","height":"600","caption":"The Dallas County Courthouse in Adel, Iowa, seat of the county Busy Builders serves","inLanguage":"en-US"},{"@type":"BreadcrumbList","@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/de-soto\/#breadcrumb","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":"1","item":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com","name":"Home"}},{"@type":"ListItem","position":"2","item":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/de-soto\/","name":"De Soto Iowa Construction & Remodeling | ADM School District Contractor"}}]},{"@type":"WebPage","@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/de-soto\/#webpage","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/de-soto\/","name":"De Soto Iowa Construction & Remodeling | Busy Builders","datePublished":"2025-12-26T15:42:19-06:00","dateModified":"2026-07-25T19:17:22-05:00","isPartOf":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#website"},"primaryImageOfPage":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dallas-county-courthouse-adel-iowa-600nw-450317926.png"},"inLanguage":"en-US","breadcrumb":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/de-soto\/#breadcrumb"}},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org","@type":"Service","@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/de-soto\/#schema-394770","name":"Home Construction and Remodeling in De Soto, Iowa","serviceType":"General contracting, home building and remodeling","description":"Busy Builders is a registered Iowa contractor serving De Soto and Dallas County. Home building, remodeling, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, decks and additions, with written estimates and transparent pricing.","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/de-soto\/","provider":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"areaServed":{"@type":"City","name":"De Soto","containedInPlace":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Dallas County, Iowa"}},"hasOfferCatalog":{"@type":"OfferCatalog","name":"Construction and remodeling services in De Soto, Iowa","itemListElement":[{"@type":"Offer","itemOffered":{"@type":"Service","name":"Home Building in De Soto, Iowa","serviceType":"Home Building","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/home-building\/","provider":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"areaServed":{"@type":"City","name":"De Soto","containedInPlace":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Dallas County, Iowa"}}}},{"@type":"Offer","itemOffered":{"@type":"Service","name":"Home Remodeling in De Soto, Iowa","serviceType":"Home Remodeling","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/home-remodeling\/","provider":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"areaServed":{"@type":"City","name":"De Soto","containedInPlace":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Dallas County, Iowa"}}}},{"@type":"Offer","itemOffered":{"@type":"Service","name":"Kitchen Remodeling in De Soto, Iowa","serviceType":"Kitchen Remodeling","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/kitchen-remodeling\/","provider":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"areaServed":{"@type":"City","name":"De Soto","containedInPlace":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Dallas County, Iowa"}}}},{"@type":"Offer","itemOffered":{"@type":"Service","name":"Bathroom Remodeling in De Soto, Iowa","serviceType":"Bathroom Remodeling","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/bathroom-remodeling\/","provider":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"areaServed":{"@type":"City","name":"De Soto","containedInPlace":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Dallas County, Iowa"}}}},{"@type":"Offer","itemOffered":{"@type":"Service","name":"Basement Finishing in De Soto, Iowa","serviceType":"Basement Finishing","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/basement-finishing\/","provider":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"areaServed":{"@type":"City","name":"De Soto","containedInPlace":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Dallas County, Iowa"}}}},{"@type":"Offer","itemOffered":{"@type":"Service","name":"Basement Remodeling in De Soto, Iowa","serviceType":"Basement Remodeling","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/basement-remodeling\/","provider":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"areaServed":{"@type":"City","name":"De Soto","containedInPlace":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Dallas County, Iowa"}}}},{"@type":"Offer","itemOffered":{"@type":"Service","name":"Deck Building in De Soto, Iowa","serviceType":"Deck Building","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/deck-building\/","provider":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"areaServed":{"@type":"City","name":"De Soto","containedInPlace":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Dallas County, Iowa"}}}},{"@type":"Offer","itemOffered":{"@type":"Service","name":"Home Additions in De Soto, Iowa","serviceType":"Home Additions","url":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/home-additions\/","provider":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/#organization"},"areaServed":{"@type":"City","name":"De Soto","containedInPlace":{"@type":"AdministrativeArea","name":"Dallas County, Iowa"}}}}]},"image":{"@id":"https:\/\/busybuildersiowa.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/dallas-county-courthouse-adel-iowa-600nw-450317926.png"}}]}
```