2015 Super Service Award Winner and BBB Accredited. Muscles for Hire is dedicated to one thing - Getting you the best use of your space for your remodeling budget. Sonny Norris started in the home improvement business over 25 years ago and began Muscles for Hire 12 years ago specializing in finished basements. He and his skilled crew are on the job site daily. They take on only one basement at a time. They won't start another basement until you are pleased with yours .2015
"Sonny did an AMAZING job with our space! We started with a bare, concrete basement, and Sonny worked with us on the floorplan I had designed, making sure it was the best course of action, and most efficient layout before starting. He then brought in his guys to help, and they went to work. Framing, electric, plumbing, drywall install, mud & tape were all done by Sonny and his crew. We finished out the paint, doors, trim work, and flooring ourselves, as our budget didn't allow to have Sonny finish it, (thanks, COVID-19!) We had special requests that we threw at him during the project, and he was always willing to make sure that we were happy with the end result. Anyway, we are thrilled to have so much more usable space in our home now! In fact, we no longer even call it a basement. Now it's just our lower-level! I wouldn't hesitate to hire Sonny and team if we ever are in another position to finish a basement. You shouldn't either. One word of advice if you do hire him: Have all of your ducks in a row and decisions made if you can. When you hear that they work FAST, it's no joke. If you're not sure about where you want those can lights, or should I have vent here, etc....then you'd better figure it out quick, because you'll come down and check progress at the end of the day, and BAM! Whoa!....all of the electrical is done already, or all the plumbing is in. FAST. These guys only do one house at a time, so they work more efficiently than you might be used to with typical contractors. I wish all house related service companies were more like MusclesForHire."
Marc G on July 2020
2015 Super Service Award Winner and BBB Accredited. Muscles for Hire is dedicated to one thing - Getting you the best use of your space for your remodeling budget. Sonny Norris started in the home improvement business over 25 years ago and began Muscles for Hire 12 years ago specializing in finished basements. He and his skilled crew are on the job site daily. They take on only one basement at a time. They won't start another basement until you are pleased with yours .2015
"Sonny did an AMAZING job with our space! We started with a bare, concrete basement, and Sonny worked with us on the floorplan I had designed, making sure it was the best course of action, and most efficient layout before starting. He then brought in his guys to help, and they went to work. Framing, electric, plumbing, drywall install, mud & tape were all done by Sonny and his crew. We finished out the paint, doors, trim work, and flooring ourselves, as our budget didn't allow to have Sonny finish it, (thanks, COVID-19!) We had special requests that we threw at him during the project, and he was always willing to make sure that we were happy with the end result. Anyway, we are thrilled to have so much more usable space in our home now! In fact, we no longer even call it a basement. Now it's just our lower-level! I wouldn't hesitate to hire Sonny and team if we ever are in another position to finish a basement. You shouldn't either. One word of advice if you do hire him: Have all of your ducks in a row and decisions made if you can. When you hear that they work FAST, it's no joke. If you're not sure about where you want those can lights, or should I have vent here, etc....then you'd better figure it out quick, because you'll come down and check progress at the end of the day, and BAM! Whoa!....all of the electrical is done already, or all the plumbing is in. FAST. These guys only do one house at a time, so they work more efficiently than you might be used to with typical contractors. I wish all house related service companies were more like MusclesForHire."
Marc G on July 2020
For over 50 years Four Seasons Home Products has been your premier destination for top-quality home improvement solutions. Specializing in a wide array of services, including custom-designed sunrooms, energy-efficient windows, doors, 1-day bath remodels, and siding. We are committed to enhancing your home's comfort, beauty, and functionality. With our dedication to superior craftsmanship, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we strive to turn your house into the dream home you've always envisioned. Trust your family owned Four Seasons Home Products for exceptional service, reliable expertise, and transformative home improvements that stand the test of time.
"good excellent"
Dennis J on April 2025
For over 50 years Four Seasons Home Products has been your premier destination for top-quality home improvement solutions. Specializing in a wide array of services, including custom-designed sunrooms, energy-efficient windows, doors, 1-day bath remodels, and siding. We are committed to enhancing your home's comfort, beauty, and functionality. With our dedication to superior craftsmanship, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we strive to turn your house into the dream home you've always envisioned. Trust your family owned Four Seasons Home Products for exceptional service, reliable expertise, and transformative home improvements that stand the test of time.
"good excellent"
Dennis J on April 2025
Masonry & Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Masonry & Landscaping business locally owned and operated we feel invested in our clients and constantly strive for customer satisfaction. Call or message us to schedule an estimate today!
Family owned and operated company built on experience and trust. It's our mission to do it right the first time with attention to detail and the the desire to please. Since 1997, our professionals have been landscaping homes throughout the Northland. We are a family owned and operated business, therefore we all take great pride in our work and accomodating the customer’s needs. We have built our reputation on quality and excellent customer service. A Handyman & A Greenthumb LLC prides itself on offering a professional experience from start to finish with a strong attention to detail with every step of your project. Throughout the design and installation process you will be meeting with experienced professionals that have worked within the industry for many years. Once the design phase of the process is complete & approved. We have an experienced installation crew that is ready to transform your space into one that you can enjoy with family and friends for years to come. We look forward to meeting you and introducing you to the staff at A Handyman & A Greenthumb. Award winning.
"They're good, price a bit high, they did a good job like they always do."
Don W on September 2022
Family owned and operated company built on experience and trust. It's our mission to do it right the first time with attention to detail and the the desire to please. Since 1997, our professionals have been landscaping homes throughout the Northland. We are a family owned and operated business, therefore we all take great pride in our work and accomodating the customer’s needs. We have built our reputation on quality and excellent customer service. A Handyman & A Greenthumb LLC prides itself on offering a professional experience from start to finish with a strong attention to detail with every step of your project. Throughout the design and installation process you will be meeting with experienced professionals that have worked within the industry for many years. Once the design phase of the process is complete & approved. We have an experienced installation crew that is ready to transform your space into one that you can enjoy with family and friends for years to come. We look forward to meeting you and introducing you to the staff at A Handyman & A Greenthumb. Award winning.
"They're good, price a bit high, they did a good job like they always do."
Don W on September 2022
Ceramic, porcelain , natural stone etc Showers, back splash, floors and more Here for all your tile needs no job is to small Free estimates Insured Also check me out on fb @ deano tile We Guarentee You'll Be Floored!!
"Went good. We were short on tile and Dean offered to come back when we got the tile in stock."
tanner g on April 2025
Ceramic, porcelain , natural stone etc Showers, back splash, floors and more Here for all your tile needs no job is to small Free estimates Insured Also check me out on fb @ deano tile We Guarentee You'll Be Floored!!
"Went good. We were short on tile and Dean offered to come back when we got the tile in stock."
tanner g on April 2025
Are you looking for a reliable partner to bring your construction project to life? Do you want a team that truly understands your needs and prioritizes quality? At Hubbard Construction, we believe that building relationships is the cornerstone of success. We don’t just construct buildings; we create lasting partnerships. Our focus is on understanding your unique needs and delivering tailored solutions that exceed expectations. By fostering open communication and trust, we work alongside you every step of the way to bring your vision to life.
"Perfect. Done in 2 days."
Louise L on October 2024
Are you looking for a reliable partner to bring your construction project to life? Do you want a team that truly understands your needs and prioritizes quality? At Hubbard Construction, we believe that building relationships is the cornerstone of success. We don’t just construct buildings; we create lasting partnerships. Our focus is on understanding your unique needs and delivering tailored solutions that exceed expectations. By fostering open communication and trust, we work alongside you every step of the way to bring your vision to life.
"Perfect. Done in 2 days."
Louise L on October 2024
Family owned business with over 18 years of experience handling Remodeling - Basements, Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom, Painting interior & Exterior, Tile.
"It did not go well at all. He's a nice guy. He continually ran out of money through the project and kept forwarding money on the contract and then finally he just didn't ever show up and did not complete the project. I tried to contact him several times but he did not respond. So basically we're out of money from whatever we had paid him. I just wanted people to be aware of that."
Becky M on November 2024
Family owned business with over 18 years of experience handling Remodeling - Basements, Remodeling - General, Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom, Painting interior & Exterior, Tile.
"It did not go well at all. He's a nice guy. He continually ran out of money through the project and kept forwarding money on the contract and then finally he just didn't ever show up and did not complete the project. I tried to contact him several times but he did not respond. So basically we're out of money from whatever we had paid him. I just wanted people to be aware of that."
Becky M on November 2024
Jericho Home Improvements is a full service remodeling company specializing in bathroom and kitchen remodeling. We also offer siding and replacement windows, as well as other types of home improvement services. We are fully licensed and insured and work in eastern Kansas and western Missouri. Our initial design consultation is always free, and our installers are employees of Jericho Home Improvements rather than subcontractors. Mention that you are an Angie's List member and receive $2,000 off of your complete kitchen remodel or $850 off bathroom remodel.
"The worst company I have ever hired, poor workmanship, poor service, pricing is ridiculous. I put a review on their true rating site that’s 1.8 Look for it under Don R, it would not allow me to upload pictures, tried several times, but if I could it would be a picture says a thousand words."
Cathern R on October 2023
Jericho Home Improvements is a full service remodeling company specializing in bathroom and kitchen remodeling. We also offer siding and replacement windows, as well as other types of home improvement services. We are fully licensed and insured and work in eastern Kansas and western Missouri. Our initial design consultation is always free, and our installers are employees of Jericho Home Improvements rather than subcontractors. Mention that you are an Angie's List member and receive $2,000 off of your complete kitchen remodel or $850 off bathroom remodel.
"The worst company I have ever hired, poor workmanship, poor service, pricing is ridiculous. I put a review on their true rating site that’s 1.8 Look for it under Don R, it would not allow me to upload pictures, tried several times, but if I could it would be a picture says a thousand words."
Cathern R on October 2023
Handyman, remodeling, and general home repairs. - Builders - Homes - Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom -
"Have been working with Mike for years. Has helped with all types of home projects, from remodeling, to landscaping, to painting, to odds and ends around the house. He does great work. Mike is honest and hardworking. Can’t go wrong giving him a try."
Jeff M on April 2025
Handyman, remodeling, and general home repairs. - Builders - Homes - Remodeling - General - Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom -
"Have been working with Mike for years. Has helped with all types of home projects, from remodeling, to landscaping, to painting, to odds and ends around the house. He does great work. Mike is honest and hardworking. Can’t go wrong giving him a try."
Jeff M on April 2025
Bordner Home Improvements (also known as Bordner Roofing & Bordner Installation Group) has been the preferred home improvement contractor of discerning Kansas Citians for 30 years. We offer Roofing, Windows, Doors, Siding, Baths, & more, and with over 80,000 happy customers, we're here to help with your next project. We have 158 employees. Use subs for some installations. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Serving Johnson, Clay, Platte, & Jackson counties. Additional email - sayhi@bordnerinstall.com. Additional DBA - Bordner Roofing
"8 June 2024 Bordner did the roofing on our home three years ago for the previous owner. The roof has failed in multiple places, leading to part of the structure needing to be demolished (they don’t know how to install EPDM) and other parts of the roof to rot out entirely. When the problem was first noticed to be attributable to the recent ‘professional’ roof work, I asked to meet with a Bordner representative on site to review the leaks. I was fobbed off. I was told they were very busy and it could be a month. I asked again and said this was unacceptable to which they said they would be out in a week. As the damage was so bad and the site progress was being adversely affected, I said I would just hire someone else to replace their work and send them the bill. They then became available to meet and insisted they would do the repairs, if any repairs were to be done by them (yet ten days later no one had even been on the roof from Bordner). I was put onto one of their director’s Kyle whom I spoke with and emailed back and forth. He was not very forthcoming with information. He tried on multiple occasions to throw people not involved in the roofing under the bus , including the framer (who did 1,000’s of projects with Bordner). I later learned the framing subcontractor refuses to do work with Bordner because of their business practices and past experiences. They sent a PM to the site a several days later. A nice chap. We had scaffolding up around the house. I offered to let him up on it to see the roof, but he declined, so I showed him photos whilst standing just under the roof. In reviewing photos we also discovered the chimney flashing was incorrectly installed. I followed up the following day with Kyle to see what was going to be done to fix the roof. He again fobbed me off and said I may hear from a different director/owner. I asked who that person was and Kyle refused to tell me. I find it ironic that the marketing director, Kyle, deals with warranty claims. This speak volumes to how the business is run. After a week and much chasing, I finally got in touch with Sam Fleenor, a Bordner director. I was clear with him that time had run out for making excuses that repairs needed to be made or he would need to reimburse for the work. He again did not take responsibility and said someone would come out next week to look at it (after the previous week someone came out met me on site but did not want to look at it). With no timeline for repairs or resolution is site, we had no choice but to hire someone else to do the work to avoid more damage to the structure. Sam was to contact me Monday with how the roof issues would be resolved. Monday came and passed and no sign of Bordner via email or phone. I contacted them at five this evening to see where they were with our claim. Sam replied and said they drove by and it looked like we made the repairs. He offered to add more silicon to their poor chimney flashing, but nothing else. After being part of completing a roughly $20k roofing job three years ago which caused tens of thousands in damages, Bordner offer only to bring a tube of caulk. As an architect of nearly three decades, I have never seen such poor workmanship and belligerence from a contractor. Highlights of their workmanship include chimney flashing caulked to the sloping side of the chimney (should be stepped and cut into mortar joints), EPM membrane screwed onto plywood so that water passes straight through and destroys the structure, water p****** out of soffits, etc. You learn the most about a company when something goes wrong. Things went terribly wrong and Bordner has damaged our home with costs exceeding $20k. They now say the 3 year old roof is out of the 10 year warranty. 3 July. Bordner refused to get up and look at their roof issues. Now they claim it’s ‘unfortunate’ and they have learned. Imagine what their response to you will be when there is a problem. 16 July Still no resolution from Bordner. Warranty is useless and Bordner insurance is non-existant. We are out over $40,000 in damages…"
Dennis R on July 2024
Bordner Home Improvements (also known as Bordner Roofing & Bordner Installation Group) has been the preferred home improvement contractor of discerning Kansas Citians for 30 years. We offer Roofing, Windows, Doors, Siding, Baths, & more, and with over 80,000 happy customers, we're here to help with your next project. We have 158 employees. Use subs for some installations. Cost is determined by the job. No travel charges. Serving Johnson, Clay, Platte, & Jackson counties. Additional email - sayhi@bordnerinstall.com. Additional DBA - Bordner Roofing
"8 June 2024 Bordner did the roofing on our home three years ago for the previous owner. The roof has failed in multiple places, leading to part of the structure needing to be demolished (they don’t know how to install EPDM) and other parts of the roof to rot out entirely. When the problem was first noticed to be attributable to the recent ‘professional’ roof work, I asked to meet with a Bordner representative on site to review the leaks. I was fobbed off. I was told they were very busy and it could be a month. I asked again and said this was unacceptable to which they said they would be out in a week. As the damage was so bad and the site progress was being adversely affected, I said I would just hire someone else to replace their work and send them the bill. They then became available to meet and insisted they would do the repairs, if any repairs were to be done by them (yet ten days later no one had even been on the roof from Bordner). I was put onto one of their director’s Kyle whom I spoke with and emailed back and forth. He was not very forthcoming with information. He tried on multiple occasions to throw people not involved in the roofing under the bus , including the framer (who did 1,000’s of projects with Bordner). I later learned the framing subcontractor refuses to do work with Bordner because of their business practices and past experiences. They sent a PM to the site a several days later. A nice chap. We had scaffolding up around the house. I offered to let him up on it to see the roof, but he declined, so I showed him photos whilst standing just under the roof. In reviewing photos we also discovered the chimney flashing was incorrectly installed. I followed up the following day with Kyle to see what was going to be done to fix the roof. He again fobbed me off and said I may hear from a different director/owner. I asked who that person was and Kyle refused to tell me. I find it ironic that the marketing director, Kyle, deals with warranty claims. This speak volumes to how the business is run. After a week and much chasing, I finally got in touch with Sam Fleenor, a Bordner director. I was clear with him that time had run out for making excuses that repairs needed to be made or he would need to reimburse for the work. He again did not take responsibility and said someone would come out next week to look at it (after the previous week someone came out met me on site but did not want to look at it). With no timeline for repairs or resolution is site, we had no choice but to hire someone else to do the work to avoid more damage to the structure. Sam was to contact me Monday with how the roof issues would be resolved. Monday came and passed and no sign of Bordner via email or phone. I contacted them at five this evening to see where they were with our claim. Sam replied and said they drove by and it looked like we made the repairs. He offered to add more silicon to their poor chimney flashing, but nothing else. After being part of completing a roughly $20k roofing job three years ago which caused tens of thousands in damages, Bordner offer only to bring a tube of caulk. As an architect of nearly three decades, I have never seen such poor workmanship and belligerence from a contractor. Highlights of their workmanship include chimney flashing caulked to the sloping side of the chimney (should be stepped and cut into mortar joints), EPM membrane screwed onto plywood so that water passes straight through and destroys the structure, water p****** out of soffits, etc. You learn the most about a company when something goes wrong. Things went terribly wrong and Bordner has damaged our home with costs exceeding $20k. They now say the 3 year old roof is out of the 10 year warranty. 3 July. Bordner refused to get up and look at their roof issues. Now they claim it’s ‘unfortunate’ and they have learned. Imagine what their response to you will be when there is a problem. 16 July Still no resolution from Bordner. Warranty is useless and Bordner insurance is non-existant. We are out over $40,000 in damages…"
Dennis R on July 2024
For many homeowners, building up is worth the expense because it provides the extra bedrooms or living areas that can’t be accommodated within the existing footprint. A larger, updated home often commands a higher resale price, recouping a sizable share of the project cost while allowing you to stay in the neighborhood you love. Run the numbers with a real estate agent and contractor to ensure the expected return and day-to-day benefits align with your goals.
Whether it makes more sense to build up or out depends on your lot, budget, and local code. Building up preserves yard space and involves less foundation work, but you may need to vacate the home during construction. Building out avoids staircases and can proceed while you stay put; however, it encroaches on the yard and may face setback limits. Compare both options with your contractor before making a decision.
A structural engineer will first inspect the existing foundation for cracks, footings, and load capacity. Depending on the findings, the crew may pour new concrete footings, install steel or concrete piers, add reinforced beams, or tie additional rebar into the slab. These upgrades redistribute the weight of the new floor and bring the structure up to code. Your contractor will outline the specific reinforcement plan and timeline once the engineering report is complete.