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Self-Perform Construction Services in Iowa

Jensen Builders Ltd. offers self-perform construction services across Iowa, allowing us to maintain direct control over quality, safety, schedule, and costs. Unlike contractors who outsource critical trades, our in-house crews handle the work themselves—resulting in fewer delays, tighter coordination, and better results.

Our self-perform capabilities include concrete construction, steel and precast erection, metal buildings, carpentry, and specialized services like concrete pumping and metal roof retrofits. This approach is ideal for industrial, commercial, and aviation projects where accuracy, speed, and accountability matter.

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Self-Perform Trades

Our in-house crews self-perform the following construction trades to ensure greater quality control, safety, and schedule reliability.

Self-Perform FAQs

Get clarity on our self-perform services before starting your project.

What is self-perform construction?

Self-perform construction means a general contractor like Jensen Builders Ltd. uses its own in-house crews and equipment to handle key trades directly, rather than subcontracting them out. This approach gives us greater control over quality, safety, schedule, and costs for projects in Iowa, including industrial, commercial, agriculture, and aviation builds.

What are the benefits of choosing a self-performing contractor?

Self-performing allows for tighter coordination, fewer delays, better quality control, enhanced safety, and often lower overall costs by eliminating subcontractor markups. At Jensen Builders Ltd., our in-house teams ensure seamless execution from start to finish, delivering reliable results on time and within budget for Iowa clients.

Does Jensen Builders Ltd. self-perform concrete work?

Yes, we self-perform comprehensive concrete construction services, including foundations, flatwork, slabs, structural pours, and concrete pumping with our fleet of pump trucks (including 46-meter pumps and a 110-foot telebelt) for efficient and precise placement on commercial and industrial projects across Iowa.

What types of metal building services do you self-perform?

We self-perform full pre-engineered metal building erection, including design-build, installation, and customization for durable, energy-efficient structures ideal for agriculture, commercial, and industrial use in Iowa. As a Chief Buildings Independent Builder, we leverage their high-quality systems for quick, high-quality assembly with minimal delays, ensuring projects meet rigorous standards.

Do you self-perform steel and precast erection?

Yes, our experienced crews self-perform structural steel and precast concrete erection, providing precise installation and better coordination for complex projects like manufacturing facilities, aviation hangars, and commercial buildings throughout Iowa.

Can Jensen Builders Ltd handle metal roof retrofits in-house?

Absolutely—we self-perform metal roof retrofits, offering cost-effective, energy-efficient upgrades that extend the life of existing structures. This in-house capability allows for faster scheduling and superior workmanship on commercial and industrial roofs in Iowa.

Why choose self-perform carpentry for my project?

Our self-perform carpentry services include framing, finish work, and custom details, ensuring high-quality craftsmanship and direct accountability. This reduces coordination issues and delivers better results for Iowa projects in sectors like education, agriculture, and manufacturing.

"The Jensen Builders Team made the construction of our River’s Edge Discovery Center an exceptional experience from start to finish. Their team of professionals provides a customer-focused experience with high-quality craftsmanship and attention to detail. If you are looking for a true partner in your next project that will get your job done on-time and within your budget, I highly recommend the professionals at Jensen Builders."

Matt Cosgrove
Webster County Conservation Board