About Skillful Improvements

    Skillful Improvements' roots go back to 1976 as a group of painters and carpenters who were students at Dallas Theological Seminary.  The business grew under the principles of integrity, pride in craftsmanship and good service.

    Ray Dettmer assumed the manager position in 1984.  Mr. Dettmer's background was in home building and construction of churches and senior citizen housing.  He reorganized and incorporated the company, giving it the present name of Skillful Improvements.  Within a few years the volume of business doubled while in a difficult market climate.

    Beginning in 1990, Skillful joined the Dallas chapter of NARI (The National Association of the Remodeling Industry) and sharpened its expertise in remodeling.  During the next four years the company again doubled in size and moved to its present location on the corner of  I-80 and Gus Thomasson Rd. in Mesquite, TX.  In addition to production crews, the office and sales staff was expanded during this time.

    Since 1994, we have been involved with an increasing number of insurance repair projects.  A new division for the company was created in 1996 to be industry specific in "restoration" or insurance repairs.  We have the resources, equipment and training for water damage, drying out the structure, fire/smoke cleanup, and handling of contents.  Our crews and firm have certification from the IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification).

    In 1999 we recognized the need for specific cleaning services in our projects, and thus began the newest division of Skillful.  Our Cleaning Division offers the highest quality in cleaning for carpets and air ducts.  Using top-of-the-line equipment, we mechanically brush the insides of ducts, loosen and capture the dust particles in a water trap, and then remove the "dirty water" via our truck mounted equipment so that no particles are released back into the home.  Our carpet cleaning service uses a top-of-the-line steam cleaning unit mounted in the truck to heat the water to more than 250 degrees, offering the highest cleaning capabilities.

    Integrity, pride in craftsmanship and quality service still form the backbone of this company's philosophy.  We are happy to assist our clients in the home improvement process, whether adding new space to their homes, restoring their homes after a loss, remodeling areas to update their lifestyle, or simply cleaning their carpets and air ducts.  We are pleased to be of service to others in a "skillful" way.