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Compass Construction

Exterior Painting, Remodeling - Modular & Mobile Home, Basement Remodeling,

About us

Compass Construction is insured and licensed in Iowa for the work it performs. Most work is performed by employees of the company except for specialized services such as electrical, plumbing and HVAC which we sub contract.

Business highlights

21 years of trusted experience

Services we offer

Compass Construction is a general contractor. We build homes, remodel and provide services for any repair or addition that is related to your home. This includes both interior and exterior work.

Amenities

Free Estimates
Yes
Senior Discount

10%



Accepted payment methods

Check

Reviews

1.01 Reviews
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Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0
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Caroline F.
04/2012
1.0
house painters
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We had a terrible experience. It went from bad to worse quickly. They rarely showed up. We did a walk and told them what needed to be done. We constantly had to watch them. It was just horrible. It was really bad work. They were supposed to buy all the supplies. They must have been paying of the last job with our job. We ended up having to buy all of the paint and supplies. When we got down to the last $600 the painter was left. He hadn't been paid yet by the owner. We paid him directly. He couldn't find the last pieces of wood that had to be replaced. We had to pay them extra to finish the house. My father who is 90 years old passed away on January 18th. The day after we got a knock on the door and we found out that Tom the owner was suing us. We had all of our receipts and everything. We went to court and he ended up owing us $840. They were supposed to start on June 1st and take one week. They didn't finish until the first week of July. I feel like Tom was a con-artist. He seems like he really knows what he is doing and really just sucks you in. It was terrible.
Description of Work: I had some exterior painting done by Compass Construction.

Rating CategoryRating out of 5
quality
1.0
value
1.0
professionalism
1.0
responsiveness
1.0
punctuality
1.0

$7,500

Response from Compass Construction
This was a customer who in hindsight I now know was set to cheat us. Tools that we had permission to leave on sight were stolen and only the owner had access. The job was almost completed when we were fired from the job and they refused to pay. I had to sue to collect money and came up against a sharp lawyer they had hired. It was the worst experience I have ever had with a customer. Everything was "great" and "wonderful" until the end. At the end I had tools thrown at me when I came to get my tools. I later found the husband had a reputation that I would not have worked with this couple if I had been aware of. I actually feel sorry for Carolyn and the children. Terrible situation.

    Contact information

    3202 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50313


    Licensing

    Insured

    Eco-friendly Accreditations

    LEED Accredited Professional
    No
    Energy Star Partner
    No
    EPA Lead-Safe Certified
    No
    Use Green Products or Work Practices
    Yes
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    Service Categories

    Exterior Painting,
    Remodeling - Modular & Mobile Home,
    Basement Remodeling,
    Pavers and Hardscaping,
    Foundation Repair,
    Sunrooms and Patio Enclosures,
    Interior Painting,
    Kitchen and Bath Remodeling,
    Homebuilders,
    Garage and Shed Building,
    Siding,
    Roofing

    FAQ

    Compass Construction is currently rated 1 overall out of 5.
    Compass Construction accepts the following forms of payment: Check
    Yes, Compass Construction offers free project estimates.
    Yes, Compass Construction offers eco-friendly accreditations.
    No, Compass Construction does not offer a senior discount.
    No, Compass Construction does not offer emergency services.
    No, Compass Construction does not offer warranties.
    Compass Construction offers the following services: Compass Construction is a general contractor. We build homes, remodel and provide services for any repair or addition that is related to your home. This includes both interior and exterior work.

    Contact information

    3202 8th St, Des Moines, IA 50313