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Balance Comfort and Beauty

Shack Built is a contractor in KC that loves what we do—and we want you to love it too. That’s why we focus on comfort for both our process and our end result. Shack Built provides our clients with honesty, flexibility, and fast communication throughout the entire construction process so they can have a modern and enjoyable home everyone is proud of.

Our Services

Design-Build Services

Our experienced in-house design team will help you realize your vision by integrating your individual style into your project. We want to improve your home functionally and aesthetically, and by having your designer and build team under the same roof, we can help make your home exceptional as your go-to contractor in KC.

Design Build Services

General Contractor Services

Even if your project doesn’t require a designer, you can trust the Shack Built team to carefully adhere to your plans to make your vision for your home a reality. We offer years of experience and professional backgrounds you can trust, so you can be sure that we provide nothing but the best for your project.

General Contractor Services

Energy Efficiency Improvement Services

Our team is dedicated to creating space for our clients that are not only comfortable, but also function well for their family! Shack Built offers energy efficiency services to improve your space and ensure it’s the best place for you and your family.

Energy Efficiency Services

 The Building Pros

What defines us as a team is that we work hard to make the building process as enjoyable as the results. If you’re ready for a stress-free build, Shack Built is the contractor in KC for you.

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What You Can Expect Working With Shack Built

Forward-Thinking Mindset

We never do things just because “that’s how it’s always been done.” At Shack Built, we are always trying to improve our process.

Advanced Building Methods

Our passion pushes us to know the latest advancements in renovation. You can be sure your project is being built by the best.

Tech-Based Advancements

Shack Built offers nothing but the latest technological software available to provide benefits like 3D renderings and consistent communication.

Learn More, Build Better

It’s a simple concept, but it works, and it’s helped us become an award-winning contractor in Kansas City.

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What Our Clients Have to Say

  • I used Shack Built to finish my basement. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I’ve worked on commercial construction jobs many times, so I know my way around a project. I was extremely pleased with the whole process from my initial meeting with Derick, to the design help they worked with me on, to my foreman, Marty. They treated my home with respect while they were here.

    Aaron Kitch

    I used Shack Built to finish my basement. I couldn’t have asked for a better experience. I’ve worked on commercial construction jobs many times, so I know my way around a project. I was extremely pleased with the whole process from my initial meeting with Derick, to the design help they worked with me on, to my foreman, Marty. They treated my home with respect while they were here. They were extremely communicative, from budget use, to the daily schedule. I knew what was going on every step of the way. I will definitely think of Shack Built for any future jobs I may have.

    Aaron Kitch

  • "I felt like they just prepared us properly from the very beginning..."

    Amy

  • The Shack Built team was incredible! Our expectations were continually managed throughout the process and everything was done in a timely manner. Our designer, Cara, was by and far amazing! She listened and really got to know our style and we couldn’t be happier with her design and the execution. All who worked on the project were kind and professional and very personable.

    Aubrey Urban

    The Shack Built team was incredible! Our expectations were continually managed throughout the process and everything was done in a timely manner. Our designer, Cara, was by and far amazing! She listened and really got to know our style and we couldn’t be happier with her design and the execution. All who worked on the project were kind and professional and very personable. We were able to go about our daily routines without feeling major imposition (there’s always some unavoidable imposition, of course). Marty was a hoot and one of the best project managers we’ve ever encountered. The whole project was beyond our expectations, from start to finish. We would recommend Shack Built to anyone considering a home improvement project.

    Aubrey Urban

  • They guided me through all phases of the process and helped me make smart choices. Their attention to detail sets them apart from other contractors. “Good enough” is not good enough for Shack Built, they strive for excellence. I love my home addition!

    Dawn Parsons

    My construction and COVID began at the same time. We encountered supply chain problems, subcontractors getting COVID, and problems with the city permitting process. All the “usual” headaches with a remodel were magnified due to COVID. Despite the uncertain and changing conditions Shack Built worked through them all. They always communicated with me regardless of the news. They guided me through all phases of the process and helped me make smart choices. Their attention to detail sets them apart from other contractors. “Good enough” is not good enough for Shack Built, they strive for excellence. I love my home addition!
    Update: Prior to my remodel I had serious water issues in my basement. After the remodel the water issues were gone. After a recent overnight long rain storm I had no water, no moisture, no damp spots, nothing! The remodel is beautiful. The water mitigation was a miracle!

    Dawn Parsons

  • I worked with Shack Built for a display plinth for a public art work at the new KCI Airport. We mostly communicated remotely and they were prompt in replying to my inquiries and sending over structural designs. It was a several months long project because of my schedule but they met me at every step. They installed, prepped and finished the plinth so that I could go in and set the sculptures. Overall a great experience!

    George Rodriguez

  • I had been wanting to remodel my kitchen and master bathroom for several years. After meeting Derick and his team I decided to pull the trigger and hire Shack Built. The transparency and professionalism of the team was outstanding. They were easy to work with and adapted to items I wanted to change along the way. Derick, Scott, Marty and Cara were truly a top notch team! I will definitely use them again!

    Kathy Loritz

  • Marty, James and Cara, as well as the subs, rolled with the punches and delivered a series of spaces that we not only love but look like they had always been there. Like any major remodel, some problems cropped up along the way – they were dealt with quickly with lots of communication and always to our satisfaction.

    Marcus Zehnder

    We had a major remodel done on our house that included a small addition, full kitchen remodel and expansion, half bath as well as a patio and sun porch and Derick and his team at did an amazing job. The job was fairly complex and presented some unique challenges, including material shortages, weather, as well as the normal difficulties of tying an addition into an older house; Marty, James and Cara, as well as the subs, rolled with the punches and delivered a series of spaces that we not only love but look like they had always been there. Like any major remodel, some problems cropped up along the way – they were dealt with quickly with lots of communication and always to our satisfaction.

    I am in the trades and know many contractors in the metro either by reputation or I have personally worked with them. When it came time to select a contractor to work on our own home, Shack Built was our only choice…period.

    Marcus Zehnder

  • We have been very pleased with the entire design process with Shack Built. From the first meeting, they took time to find out what our vision was and how we lived our lives to design the best kitchen for our use.

    Melanie Radosevich

    We have been very pleased with the entire design process with Shack Built. From the first meeting, they took time to find out what our vision was and how we lived our lives to design the best kitchen for our use. Through drawings and renderings, we were able to visualize the outcome and they were very accommodating with any changes that we made. Their team was instrumental in helping with the decision making of cabinets, countertops, appliances, etc. and their vendor contacts were all exceptional. Everyone we have dealt with during this process has been professional, knowledgeable and willing to go above and beyond to ensure we got the design we wanted. We would highly recommend Shack Built to anyone looking for a design build company to work with.

    Melanie Radosevich

  • "We couldn't be more happy with the results..."

    Jenn

Become a Part of the Shack Built Team

We are highly reputable contractor in KC, and we enjoy adding individuals to our team that are equally as passionate about building and renovating as we are. If you are interested in becoming a part of Shack Built, please reach out to our team.

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About Our Team / Meet Our Founder

Our expert Shack Built team is passionate about quality construction because of their experience in the industry. Derick, the founder and owner of Shack Built, has been working in the construction industry since he was 17. His time in construction inspired him to create a company that valued honesty, transparency, and treating others as you would want to be treated. At Shack Built, our team works with clients to create spaces where they can slow down and appreciate the important parts of life.

This is the reason why one of our main focuses is on effective communication. What differentiates our team from other contractors in KC is that we believe consistent communication is crucial to producing great work. We meet weekly with our clients during design and construction to ensure everyone is knowledgeable about the process, and to determine if our experts are creating their dream space exactly as they imagined. We carefully vet our partners and professional tradespeople to ensure they can communicate with our clients effectively and deliver the quality that our clients deserve for their projects.