Robert Koster is an expert carpenter who specializes in interior trim. He's done some BEAUTIFUL hardwood trim that I've seen and is talented and creative in working with older homes and unusual spaces. Other capabilities include framing, remodeling, roofing, finishing rooms, additions, drywall, tile, decks, fences, and more! Fully insured and gives free quotes. Plus, he's just about the nicest guy you'll ever meet and is thoroughly professional.

[Recommendation submitted via e-mail] We are having Glen Peterson do work for us. He does excellent work and is very reasonable. He generally charges $250 for an 8 hour day, no matter what the job is. The only problem is he lives in Perry, which is about 40 miles NW of Des Moines, and he does not always have time to make it to Des Moines.

[Recommendation submitted via e-mail] I have recently been involved in remodeling an historic home located half block from the northern border of the Sherman Hill Historic district. The house was in very poor condition when I started. Brian Smith was instrumental in saving several original plaster and lath walls. Unfortunately the original ceilings and a few walls were to far gone to save but, Brian installed and finished new wall board and has brought the home up to a very high standard.