Craftsmen Home Improvements

What Craftsmen Home Improvements does

Craftsmen Home Improvements (legal entity JBKS Construction, Inc.) is a privately held, Dayton, Ohio-based home remodeling company founded in 1993 that delivers full-service kitchen, bathroom, and basement renovations to homeowners in the Dayton and Greater Cincinnati metros. The company operates a direct-to-consumer, design-build model that owns the entire project lifecycle: free in-home consultation, 3D design visualization, showroom-based material selection, in-house installation, and a 5-year labor warranty. Sub-services include custom cabinetry, countertops, tile and flooring, walk-in tubs and showers, faucets and shower heads, and basement mold and moisture prevention.

The company runs two retail showrooms (Dayton at 2663 S Dixie Drive and West Chester/Cincinnati at 5323 Muhlhauser Road near IKEA) and uses a high-touch field-sales motion in which designers conduct in-home consultations followed by showroom visits. Supporting technology is conventional: 3D design software for visualization, a 9-step structured project process, and a website/digital marketing stack emphasizing local SEO across 13+ named suburban service areas plus a community partnership with the Dayton Dragons for brand visibility. No AI/ML capabilities, proprietary software platforms, APIs, or mobile applications are disclosed.

Revenue is generated from quote-based project fees across the kitchen, bath, and basement service lines, with financing offered to spread project costs. The customer base is entirely residential and fragmented across thousands of individual homeowners since founding, with no named enterprise or repeat-contract customers. The firm self-identifies as one of America's Top 500 Remodelers and one of the largest home remodeling companies in Ohio, and lead designer Kevin McCloskey is recognized as the area's only NARI Certified Kitchen and Bath Remodeler to win the Henry Spires CKBR Superstar Award. The company is independently owned with no external funding or parent entity, and is actively hiring to support growth in both Dayton and Cincinnati.

Name

Craftsmen Home Improvements

Legal name

JBKS Construction, Inc.

Website

https://craftsmenhome.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1993

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Craftsmen Home Improvements is a privately held, Dayton-based design-build remodeling company founded in 1993 that delivers full-service kitchen, bathroom, and basement renovations to residential homeowners across the Dayton and Greater Cincinnati markets via two showrooms and in-house design and installation teams.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Residential Home Remodeling

NAICS

Residential Remodelers (236118)

SIC

Construction - Special Trade Contractors (1700)

akta.pro primary industry

Kitchen Permitting, Design & Project Management (HSAPAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industry

Whole-Home Interior Renovation (Non-Structural) (HSAPAEAC)

Keywords

• Home remodeling services
• Kitchen remodeling
• Bathroom renovation
• Basement finishing
• Tile flooring installation

Headquarters

HQ city

Dayton

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Home Remodeling Services: Craftsmen Home Improvements generates revenue through full-service home remodeling project fees. The company offers kitchen, bathroom, and basement remodeling services, handling design, material selection, and installation from start to finish. Projects range from targeted upgrades (e.g., vanity replacements, tile work) to full gut renovations. Pricing is quote-based and varies by scope, materials, and square footage. The company also offers flexible financing options to help homeowners spread project costs over time.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Craftsmen Home Improvements is a full-service design-build home remodeling company serving the Dayton and Greater Cincinnati areas. It provides kitchen, bathroom, and basement remodeling — including cabinetry, countertops, tile backsplashes, faucets and shower fixtures, tile and flooring, and basement mold and moisture prevention — managed in-house from initial in-home consultation and 3D design through material selection, installation by dedicated lead installers, and a 5-year labor warranty.

Product overview

Craftsmen Home Improvements is a full-service home remodeling company offering a unified suite of services centered on kitchen, bathroom, and basement remodeling. The core offerings include Kitchen Remodeling (encompassing sub-products like Kitchen Cabinets, Countertops, and Tile Backsplash), Bathroom Remodeling (including Faucet and Shower Tub Installation), and Basement Remodeling (with specialized Mold and Moisture Prevention services). Tile and Flooring services are offered as a standalone service that supports all three core remodeling areas. The company manages the complete remodeling experience from initial consultation through design, material selection, installation, and final walkthrough, backed by a 5-year labor warranty.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Kitchen Remodeling Full-service kitchen remodeling including layout redesign, custom cabinetry, countertops, backsplashes, lighting, and flooring for homeowners in the Dayton and Greater Cincinnati area. Manages the complete remodeling experience from consultation through installation.
• Bathroom Remodeling Full-service bathroom remodeling including vanities, cabinetry, walk-in showers, tubs, fixtures, and tile for homeowners in the Dayton and Greater Cincinnati area. Comprehensive approach from design through installation.
• Basement Remodeling Full-service basement remodeling that transforms unfinished or underutilized basements into functional living spaces such as family rooms, home offices, guest areas, and entertainment spaces for homeowners in the Dayton and Greater Cincinnati area.
• Tile and Flooring Ceramic tile flooring and backsplash design, selection, and professional installation for kitchens, bathrooms, and basements using moisture-resistant materials and expert finishing for homeowners in the Dayton and Greater Cincinnati area.
• Kitchen Cabinets Custom and semi-custom kitchen cabinetry designed for specific spaces, storage needs, and styles. Includes solid hardwoods, furniture-grade plywood, premium veneers, soft-close hardware, and custom paint/stain finishes.
• Countertops Professional countertop installation including quartz, granite, marble, and solid surface options for kitchens, bathrooms, and basement wet bars.
• Tile Backsplash Expert tile backsplash installation for kitchens and bathrooms using ceramic, porcelain, glass, mosaic, subway, and natural stone materials with professional sealing and precision craftsmanship.
• Faucet and Shower Tub Installation Professional faucet installation and shower tub replacement services including kitchen faucets, bathroom sink faucets, pull-down sprayers, touchless faucets, and water-saving fixtures.
• Basement Mold and Moisture Prevention Professional basement mold prevention and moisture control solutions including waterproofing, ventilation improvements, foundation crack repair, drainage correction, and moisture barriers.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5-Year Labor Warranty on all projects, reflecting confidence in craftsmanship
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles1 record

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• Dayton DragonsminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 4 April 2026Craftsmen Home Improvements entered into a naming partnership with the Dayton Dragons for the suite level at Day Air Ballpark. The partnership involves renovating luxury suites and integrating Craftsmen's brand into community and corporate events at the ballpark, providing local brand visibility and community engagement.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Kitchen Tune-Up: National kitchen remodeling franchise offering cabinet refacing, redooring, and full remodels. Directly comparable service model to Craftsmen's kitchen remodeling and cabinet offerings.
• DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen: National kitchen and bath remodeling franchise with full-service design-build model similar to Craftsmen's in-house, consultative approach. Targets the same homeowner remodeling segment.
• Bath Fitter: National bath remodeling brand specializing in tub and shower conversions with one-day installations. Competes directly with Craftsmen's bathroom remodeling offering on speed and brand recognition.
• Re-Bath: National bathroom remodeling franchise offering full-service bath remodels with in-house design and installation. Directly competes with Craftsmen's bathroom remodeling service in the Ohio market.

Broad incumbents

• Lowe's Installation Services: Lowe's pro installer network and in-store design services for kitchen and bath. Comparable go-to-market overlap with Craftsmen's showroom-and-installation model.
• Home Depot Home Services: Home Depot's installed services program connects homeowners with vetted contractors for kitchen, bath, and flooring projects. Represents the big-box installation competitive threat in Craftsmen's local market.
• Kohler Co. Major kitchen and bath manufacturer with Kohler branded design services and installer networks. Not a direct competitor for remodeling projects, but represents a powerful incumbent in the kitchen/bath space.

Regional players

• Mosby Building Arts: St. Louis-area design-build remodeling firm with kitchen, bath, and basement offerings and a similar in-house installation model. Comparable Midwest regional positioning but does not directly compete in Ohio.
• Neumann Cabinetry & Remodeling: Wisconsin-based full-service kitchen and bath remodeler with in-house design and installation teams. Comparable Midwest regional design-build positioning to Craftsmen's Ohio operations.

Emerging players

• Sweeten: Online marketplace that matches homeowners with vetted general contractors for remodeling projects. Represents an emerging digital-lead channel that competes for the same homeowner decision as Craftsmen's website/SEO approach.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Facebookfacebook.com/craftsmenhomeimprovement
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/craftsmen-home-improvements

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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