TOM BURKETT'S HOME CONSTRUCTION & REMODELING

Exceptional Craftsmanship.
Built to Last.

Premium custom decks, full-home building, kitchen and bath remodeling, and dependable repairs for homes across the San Luis Valley.

Full Home Builds Custom Decks Interior Remodels
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Fully Licensed & Insured

Peace of mind guaranteed

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Local Valley Expertise

Colorado-tested craftsmanship

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5-Star Rated Service

Meticulous attention to detail

What We Do

Our Premium Services

From full-home construction and structural additions to custom decks, remodels, and everyday repairs, Tom delivers high-quality craftsmanship built for lasting value.

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Full-Home Building & Additions

From complete home builds and structural additions to custom decks and outdoor living spaces, Tom brings the planning, framing, and finish work together with lasting craftsmanship.

  • New Home Construction & Shell Builds
  • Structural Wood Framing
  • Room Extensions & Additions
  • Custom Decks, Patios & Pergolas
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Kitchen & Bath Remodeling

Upgrade your living space with modern kitchen and bathroom renovations. We handle drywall, fine tile installation, custom cabinets, backsplashes, and new fixture placements.

  • Custom Backsplashes & Tiling
  • Cabinet & Countertop Installs
  • Shower & Tub Surrounds
  • Modern Fixture Upgrades
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Custom Carpentry

Breathe character into your interiors with custom woodwork. We build custom shelving, mantels, built-in shelving units, fine trim work, baseboards, and window moldings.

  • Custom Built-In Bookshelves
  • Fireplace Mantels & Shelves
  • Crown Molding & Trim
  • Specialty Wood Projects
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Handyman & Repairs

Tackle your "Honey-Do" list with professional home maintenance. We fix drywall holes, install doors and windows, mount appliances, and address plumbing or electrical fixtures.

  • Drywall Patching & Finishing
  • Door & Window Replacements
  • Home Maintenance Projects
  • Fixture & Hardware Upgrades
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Heat Loss & Home Corrections

Keep your home warm and stop drafts in Colorado's rugged winters. We detect where heat is escaping and provide hands-on building corrections, weatherization, and insulation fixes.

  • Thermal Leak & Draft Diagnostics
  • Air Sealing & Weatherization Fixes
  • Insulation & Rim Joist Corrections
  • Attic, Door & Window Sealing
Warm, custom interior finishes and thoughtful craftsmanship in a premium remodel
The Craftsmanship Difference

Meticulous Craftsmanship in Every Cut

We believe that home construction is about more than putting materials togetherβ€”it is about creating homes that feel beautiful, perform well, and stand the test of Colorado's rugged climate.

Tom Burkett combines decades of construction expertise with a home inspector's critical eye. That approach supports everything from full-home builds and major additions to fine finish work and remodeling projects, all with a focus on structural soundness and lasting quality.

βœ“ Inspector's Meticulous Eye for structural integrity
βœ“ Premium materials designed for altitude & weathering
βœ“ Direct owner communication & transparent estimates
Tom Burkett - The Handiest Handyman
15+ Years Serving Colorado
Meet the Builder

thomas ray burkett jr. unincorporated

For years, Tom Burkett has been serving home buyers and homeowners across Southern Colorado. Known as the founder and lead inspector of **NOCO Home Inspection Detective**, Tom has inspected thousands of structures in the San Luis Valley, Saguache County, and beyond.

Through **The Handiest Handyman**, Tom takes that same level of diagnostic accuracy, engineering knowledge, and meticulous care and applies it directly to building, repairing, and home energy corrections. Whether it is diagnosing and correcting heat loss to keep homes warm in the winter, framing a custom cedar deck in Crestone, or repairing drywall in Salida, Tom is hands-on for every single project.

Tom Burkett Owner & Master Builder
Our Work

Projects Showcase

Real photos from Tom's job sites: hand-built log homes, custom decks, carpentry, flooring, and home energy upgrades completed locally in the valley.

Tom trimming log corner ends with a chainsaw on a hand-built log home
Home Builds

Log Home Corner Work

Hand-cut log ends, on site

Custom staircase built from rustic log slabs with solid pine treads
Remodels & Carpentry

Rustic Log Staircase

Custom carpentry

Finished second-story balcony deck with wood railing on a board-and-batten cabin
Decks & Framing

Cabin Balcony Deck

Completed project

Custom beetle-kill pine and corrugated metal sliding barn door with matching hinged door
Remodels & Carpentry

Custom Barn Doors

Pine & corrugated metal

Two-story log home shell with board-and-batten upper walls under construction
Home Builds

Two-Story Log Home Shell

Full home build

Finished wood-look flooring installed in a living room with a stone fireplace
Flooring

Living Room Flooring

Completed project

Rustic shower surround in copper-tone corrugated metal with a wood plank ceiling
Remodels & Carpentry

Rustic Shower Surround

Bathroom remodel

New balcony deck boards and wood railing overlooking a mountain property
Decks & Framing

Balcony Decking & Railing

In progress

Ductless mini-split heat pump condenser installed on a cabin porch
Heat & Utilities

Mini-Split Heat Pump

Efficient heating & cooling

Tom on a ladder installing board-and-batten siding on a log home gable
Home Builds

Gable Siding Install

Full home build

Sliding barn door with pine frame and corrugated metal panels on black rail hardware
Remodels & Carpentry

Sliding Barn Door

Built & installed by Tom

Stained log walls and board-and-batten siding detail on a new log home
Home Builds

Log & Batten Detail

Stained exterior finish

Balcony deck joists set in metal hangers with protective flashing tape
Decks & Framing

Balcony Joist Framing

Structural framing

Custom pine door with corrugated metal panels and hand-trimmed casing
Remodels & Carpentry

Custom Pine Door & Casing

Custom carpentry

Wood-look flooring installation in progress in front of a stone fireplace
Flooring

Living Room Flooring

During installation

Log home interior with loft framing, rough electrical, and scaffolding
Home Builds

Interior Loft Framing

Full home build

Finished rich-toned plank flooring in a bedroom with a clean threshold transition
Flooring

Bedroom Plank Flooring

Completed project

Plank flooring being laid over underlayment in a bedroom
Flooring

Bedroom Plank Flooring

During installation

New flooring with pine baseboards, window casings, and a pine floor transition
Remodels & Carpentry

Pine Trim & Casings

Interior finish work

Pine door frames being assembled in the shop before adding corrugated panels
Remodels & Carpentry

Building the Doors

Shop-built from scratch

Barn door rail hardware and pine trim beside a beetle-kill pine accent wall
Remodels & Carpentry

Barn Door & Accent Wall

Custom carpentry

Underground gas line trenched and connected at a new log home foundation
Heat & Utilities

Gas Line Hookup

Utility connections

A striking custom deck built for mountain living and outdoor entertaining
Decks & Framing

Custom Cedar Deck Build

Crestone, CO

Carefully framed structural details and premium deck construction
Decks & Framing

Premium Deck Support & Joists

Saguache, CO

A polished remodel featuring custom detail work and quality finishes
Remodels & Carpentry

Fine Joinery & Woodwork

Alamosa, CO

Beautiful new flooring and interior upgrades completed with craftsmanship
Flooring

Interior Upgrades & Flooring

Salida, CO

Exterior improvements and thoughtful home construction details
Remodels & Carpentry

Exterior Improvements

Crestone, CO

A refined interior finish with custom detail work
Remodels & Carpentry

Custom Interior Finishes

Saguache, CO

Precise framing and structural work for a durable build
Decks & Framing

Structural Framing Detail

Alamosa, CO

Polished flooring installation that elevates the finished space
Flooring

Premium Flooring Installation

Salida, CO

Where We Work

Serving Saguache County & The San Luis Valley

We serve homeowners, cabin builders, and businesses across Southern Colorado. From remote, off-the-grid mountain properties to local residential communities, we will come to your location.

Crestone Saguache Alamosa Salida Monte Vista Moffat South Fork Creede Del Norte Blanca
Testimonials

Client Reviews

Read what our clients say about Tom's craftsmanship, work ethic, and dedication to detail.

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"Tom inspected a manufactured home I was buying, and later helped consult on the repairs. He was very thorough and detailed, explaining all structural elements clearly. Highly recommend his professional services!"

Stephanie A. Homeowner
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"Tom's wealth of knowledge and experience with mobile home repairs and structural inspections was apparent from the first handshake. I look forward with confidence to choosing him for my future repairs."

Terri B. Mobile Homeowner
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"There are numerous people to contact, but none is as professional as Tom. His handyman work, inspection methodology, and project management are indicators of a true craftsman."

Adam J. Property Manager
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"Tom is great to work with. He shows up on time and gets right to it. I followed him around like a puppy while he did a home inspection for me and he answered all my questions. Tom pointed out things that I had never knew. Not only did I get a great home inspection, I learned a bunch too! Will definitely do business with again."

Nevr E. Fort Collins, CO
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"Tom is a true professional! He helped my mom with an inspection on a mobile home purchase. Quick responses are a great asset for me. When I am searching for a service I need answers and help now. Experienced, thorough, knowledgable and friendly are just a few of the descriptors that come to mind when I think of this company."

Sandy T. Denver, CO
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"Tom is great to work with. He is very thorough and professional and I would recommend him for all home inspections! I will definitely call him again in the future with any questions or things I need fixed with my home."

slynnyubeta CO (80234)
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"Tom provided us with the level of detail that told us as property buyers exactly what we were purchasing. We would recommend his inspection services if you want precision and timeliness."

Sara & Rob CO (80526)
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"Tom is awesome. His attention to detail and commitment to quality is unrivaled. I was thoroughly impressed and thankful."

Chantelle P. Homeowner
Get in Touch

Let's Discuss Your Project

Ready to upgrade your home? Whether you need a quote for a new custom deck, want to remodel your kitchen, or have general home repairs, send us a message. We'll get back to you within 24 hours.