CODUS | Construction

What We Do

Excavation

Ground preparation for residential and commercial new construction.

Foundations

Pour and backfill new residential home foundations.

Flat work (driveways/walkways)

Removal and replacement of beat up driveways, walkways and patios.

Utility Trenching

Digging and connecting utilities for residential homes

New Construction

Have plans and need a builder? We can run your entire project from start to finish, saving you money along the way.

Pergolas

Enhance your backyard with a beautiful pergola, outdoor kitchen ir covered patio.

Home Additions

Need more space? We can work with your designer and architect to bring your dreams to reality.

Remodels

Updating bathrooms, total kitchen makeovers and opening up walls to create more space are the most common requests but there is no space we cannot help you enhance.

About Us

Clearwater Craftsman was created by Drew Nelsen, an Idaho native, who started building A-frame cabins at his family’s in the Idaho mountains back in the 90’s. Loving working outside and never having the same day twice, he went on to build a name for himself in the trades of framing and concrete. Years later the mountains came calling again, so he put down his tool belt and picked up a chainsaw and became a wildland firefighter for 7 years in some of the toughest country Idaho has to offer. When it was time to come back to town he joined the the plumbers and pipefitters union for many years and worked on enormous projects all over the country. In 2017 Drew returned to Idaho to raise his son Gunnar and found a great job for a large and respected builder in McCall where his skill set was put to use as a superintendent. Covid, meanwhile, had other plans so when daycares closed he was forced to go out on his own in order to manage fatherhood and work. He has been building custom homes, conducting remodels, running an excavation crew and building a beautiful life for he and Gunnar ever since. This is truly a family business.

Treasure Valley building project in mind?

Our Work

Here are some of our recent building projects. Please feel free to use them for
inspiration.

We Have a Wealth Of
Building Experience

…and we are not afraid to use it. Take a look at our recent projects.

Client Testimonials

Chris and Carrie Hammond

My family had the luck of purchasing a home built by Drew Nelson of Clearwater Craftsman in April of 2020. Not only was the house well-thought out and very well built, but Drew has also remained in close contact with us since the purchase to make sure that we remain happy with our purchase. Drew has been a great resource for matters concerning the home, and he has also been very helpful in getting us acclimated to mountain life. It’s very refreshing to work with someone who not only produces a quality product, but also gives you the peace of mind in knowing that he’ll stand behind his work for years to come.

Client Testimonials

Chris and Carrie Hammond

My family had the luck of purchasing a home built by Drew Nelson of Clearwater Craftsman in April of 2020.

Not only was the house well-thought out and very well built, but Drew has also remained in close

contact with us since the purchase to make sure that we remain happy with our purchase. Drew has

been a great resource for matters concerning the home, and he has also been very helpful in getting us

acclimated to mountain life. It’s very refreshing to work with someone who not only produces a quality product, but also gives you

the peace of mind in knowing that he’ll stand behind his work for years to come.

Ben Edinburgh, Penistone

“Codus Construction was recommended by a friend who had and is still using them for his own project. I needed someone who was prepared to talk to all tradespeople, lead from the front and ensure the project was completed on time.

Paul and the team did exactly this. As an example, he would coordinate site meetings with himself, the underfloor heating engineer and heating engineer. This ensured complete cohesion with everyone connected with the work.

I would say, if anyone needs a Treasure Valley building firm that delivers outstanding results, on time with a quality of workmanship. Demonstrates outstanding knowledge Codus is the firm to use. I now consider Codus as the only builders in Treasure Valley I will use. No more searching for a company that you can trust.”

Gill Meeson, Colne Bridge

“Rob and Paul were commissioned to build an extension (bedroom en suite and walk-in wardrobe). Also creating a garden room by demolishing an existing internal wall, plus the building of a BBQ area.

Paul was instrumental in managing the building work. Offering excellent ideas and choices of good quality materials to create rooms sympathetic to our property. A period cottage (some rooms dating back to the early 1800s). Paul was passionate about ensuring the best quality of workmanship and all professionals that he engaged i.e. joinery, plumbing, electricians, building work etc carried out their work to an excellent standard. All very accommodating when we asked for particular changes our specific requirements. Would highly recommend.”

Selwyn Rose, Shepley

“Codus did a large 2 story extension for us (including demolishing an old garage first) on an old stone Victorian house.

They have been fantastic the whole way through the build, keeping us informed on progress throughout, and working with us to get it how we wanted. They came in exactly on the budget they promised at the start. When we added some bits on they were very clear with the costs upfront and stuck to the budget for them too. They have been great at introducing us to other trades and providing advice on the rest of the renovation we were doing ourselves. They have been very open, considerate and helpful the whole way through.

Their whole team on site have been brilliant – Richard & Elliot in the crew led by Paul. We would happily recommend them (and have), and if we ever did another project we would definitely go back to them.”

Shauna Russell, Scissett

“Codus have completed a full ground floor conversion and revamped our driveway and garden. Each and every process has been done professionally and with ease. The team are reliable and extremely friendly.

I speak on behalf of my husband, daughter, son as well as myself when I say it has been a pleasure having you at our property and thank you from the bottom of our hearts. I would Recommend Codus to anyone looking for honest, trustworthy professionals who will take on any challenge!”

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