New Single-Family Housing Construction in Council Bluffs, Iowa
17 contractors registered with the State of Iowa for this trade in Council Bluffs. This is the complete registry — we do not rank anyone by quality. Paid Premiere placements appear first and are labelled; everyone else is alphabetical. How this list is built →
Also searched as: new house, new home, home builder, build a house, custom home, design build, adu, accessory dwelling unit.
- Enhance Remodeling LLC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - John Davis Construction LLC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Atlas Builders LLC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Avalos Construction LLC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2025
REGISTEREDCall - Clc Construction
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2025
REGISTEREDCall - Dennis Pogge Construction
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Hazlewood & Associates
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Homes By Premier DBA Homes By Premier INC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - J M Roth Construction Company
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTERED - Legacy Home Development LLC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Liberty Homes INC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Liston Construction
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Pmrk Construction
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Prine Custom Homes INC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Red Construction LLC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Russ Hays Construction INC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2025
REGISTEREDCall - T B Construction LLC
Council Bluffs, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall
More new single-family housing construction nearby in Pottawattamie County
- Larry Hackett Construction INC
Oakland, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2025
REGISTEREDCall - A-1 Mobile Home Service INC
Carter Lake, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Dean Hansen Construction LLC DBA Hansen Construction
Avoca, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - Impact Construction LLC
Underwood, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2025
REGISTEREDCall - R & T Construction
Neola, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall - T J Allmon Homes
Crescent, IA · Pottawattamie County
New Single-Family Housing Construction
On the State’s register since 2026
REGISTEREDCall
How many new single-family housing construction are registered in Council Bluffs?
As of September 2026, 17 new single-family housing construction based in Council Bluffs hold a construction contractor registration with the State of Iowa, 17 of them currently in Registered status. That is about 2% of the 749 new single-family housing construction registered statewide. This is the complete State registry for Council Bluffs — not a paid or curated selection.
- In Council Bluffs
- 17
- registered in this trade
- Currently registered
- 17
- in active status
- New in 12 months
- 17
- first registered or renewed into the register
- Median tenure
- 0.3 yrs
- on the register (not a measure of experience)
Comparing beyond city limits? All 749 new single-family housing construction registered in Iowa →
What to know before hiring new single-family housing construction in Council Bluffs
Mechanic’s liens and the Iowa notice system
Subcontractors and suppliers who go unpaid can file a mechanic’s lien against your property even if you paid the general contractor in full. Iowa operates a public construction notice registry for residential work. Understand how lien waivers work before you release payments — this is the largest financial risk in a new build.
Payment schedule and draws
Payments should follow completed, inspected milestones rather than a calendar. A large deposit before work starts, or a schedule that runs ahead of visible progress, transfers risk from the builder to you. Retain a meaningful final payment until the punch list is genuinely complete.
Iowa’s build season
Iowa’s weather compresses the practical build window, and a delayed foundation can push framing into deep winter. Ask for a realistic schedule with the weather assumptions stated, and ask what happens to your costs and your rate lock if the schedule slips a season.
How to choose the best new single-family housing construction in Council Bluffs
Iowa does not rate or rank contractors, and neither do we — the 17 registered new single-family housing construction listed on this page (current as of September 2026) are the complete State registry for Council Bluffs, shown without any quality ranking. “Best” is not a list you can look up; it is the contractor who is right for your job. Here is the method the pros’ own trade associations recommend for finding them:
- 1. Start from the complete list, not an ad. Every business above holds a current State registration — a legitimacy baseline the incumbents’ pay-to-play lists cannot promise. Shortlist three or four whose location and trade fit your project.
- 2. Confirm the registration is active. Check each one on the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing’s official portal (verify a registration ↗). Every profile here links to the State’s own record so you can check it in one click.
- 3. Get current proof of insurance. Ask for a certificate of general liability and workers’ compensation. Never let uninsured work start on your property.
- 4. Get at least three written, itemized bids. Compare the same scope apples-to-apples. Be wary of a bid far below the rest — it usually hides missing scope or “surprise” costs later.
- 5. Check references and recent local work, then put the full scope, price, milestone payment schedule, and warranty in a written contract before anyone starts.
The full guide: finding the best contractor in Iowa →Questions to ask before you hire →How to verify a registration →
Frequently asked questions
What is a mechanic’s lien and how does it affect an Iowa homeowner?
A mechanic’s lien is a claim filed against your property by a subcontractor or supplier who was not paid — which can happen even if you paid your general contractor in full. Iowa maintains a public construction notice registry for residential projects. Collecting signed lien waivers as you release each payment is the standard protection.
Do home builders have to be registered in Iowa?
Yes. Builders earning $2,000 or more per year from construction must register with the State under Iowa Code ch. 91C. Registration confirms unemployment-insurance and workers’ compensation compliance. Iowa does not license home builders or test their competence, so references, completed local homes, and proof of insurance carry the weight here.
Who builds ADUs (accessory dwelling units) in Iowa?
The same registered contractors who build single-family homes — an ADU is a small dwelling on the same lot as an existing house, whether a backyard cottage, a garage conversion, or an attached suite. Whether one is allowed, and at what size, is set by each city’s zoning ordinance, so check with your city’s planning department before you collect bids. The builder must hold the same Iowa contractor registration as for any other home.
Who are the best registered new single-family housing construction in Council Bluffs, Iowa?
Iowa does not rate or rank contractors, so there is no official "best registered new single-family housing construction" list — any site claiming one is guessing. Instead, this directory shows the complete field: all 17 registered new single-family housing construction the State lists in Council Bluffs, Iowa, unranked, so you can compare them yourself. To find the best one for your project, confirm each contractor's registration is active, ask for current proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation (and, for a licensed trade, a current State trade license), and get at least three written itemized bids before you hire.
How many registered new single-family housing construction are there in Council Bluffs, Iowa?
As of September 2026, the State of Iowa lists 17 registered new single-family housing construction in Council Bluffs, Iowa. This directory shows all of them — it is the complete public registry, with no paid placement affecting who is listed.
Is a registered contractor the same as a licensed contractor?
No. Iowa requires most construction contractors to register with the State (Iowa Code ch. 91C), but registration is not a license, an endorsement, or a guarantee of quality, insurance, or bonding. It confirms only that the business filed a current registration with the State.
How do I verify a contractor's Iowa registration?
Look up the registration number on the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing's official portal (https://laborportal.iwd.iowa.gov/iwd_portal/). Every profile in this directory links to the State's own record so you can confirm it independently — see the step-by-step guide at https://contractiowa.com/verify.
Are these contractors insured or bonded?
Registration does not verify insurance or bonding. Always ask a contractor for current proof of liability insurance and workers' compensation, and get at least three written bids, before you hire.
Where does this data come from and how current is it?
It comes directly from the Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing's public "Active Iowa Construction Contractor Registrations" record, last exported September 2026. You can read how this directory is built and download the underlying dataset.
Data, sources & method →Verify a registration with the State ↗