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"I've long observed Downing's work in both commercial and residential markets. I've always been impressed with their cost control, quality and work scheduling. Their performance for us was outstanding."

   
- Ralph Schlenker,
Retired, Vice President,
Midwest Resources,
Des Moines, Iowa
   
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D. Robert (Bob) Downing formed Downing Construction, Inc. in 1966. In his first year he built five houses plus a four-plex apartment building. A few years later the company began commercial building. The Indianola-based company became an authorized Varco-Pruden dealer in 1976.
 
Downing Construction is large enough to have expertise on staff, yet small enough to provide personal service. Sales, supervisory, and management personnel have combined construction experience of well over 120 years.
 
Our clients range from families building first-time homes to corporations adding multi-million dollar structures. Since 1966 more than 2,000 projects have been constructed with the Downing trademark of quality.
Clients may choose from several construction approaches - including construction management or design-build. A competent project manager monitors the construction process, and having in-house staff design-build the project provides a smooth working relationship from start to finish.
 
As Downing's commercial building increased, the Indianola-based company became an authorized Varco Pruden dealer in 1976, and has erected more than 150 to 200 buildings since.
 
Pioneer Hi-Bred International, Inc., Wal-Mart, Dot Drug, Hettinga and other corporations count on Downing Construction for commercial building. This year, Downing and his 40-member team are likely to complete 70-75 projects. Although about half of the firm's present projects are located in central Iowa, Downing's reputation extends through the heart of the Midwest, including South Dakota, Missouri, Illinois and Iowa.
 
Box explains his philosophy about building simply:" I like to see things happen, and make a significant contribution to society by construction buildings. It's been satisfying to work on a variety of projects. We now work with the second and third generations of customers, which is unique. I appreciate those long-term relationships we have established."
 
Whether it's adding a retail store for a chain like Coastal Mart or Hy-Vee or designing and building a new office complex, Downing gives the same care and attention to each commercial job. Or, if the project calls for detailed renovations, such as college campus buildings, Downing Construction also has extensive experience.
 
Customers of Downing Construction speak highly of Bob and his staff. Contact Downing Construction, Inc. for your commercial and residential building needs.

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Serving Warren County And Surrounding Areas
Downing Construction  |  PO Box 196  |  2500 West Second Avenue  |  Indianola, IA  50125
Email: info@downingconstruct.com  |  Phone: 515-961-5386  |  Fax: 515-961-0468

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