Home Repairs & Upgrades in Sussex County, DE

The fixes and improvements that have been on your list — handled by an experienced local contractor who does them right.

It’s time to start marking things off your list

At Straume Contracting, we help Sussex County homeowners knock out the little things that make a big difference around their home. Drywall patching, trim work, fixture replacements, backsplash installs, lighting, carpentry, if it needs doing, we can handle it. Same experienced team, same attention to detail, same straightforward communication you'd expect from any project we take on.

Close-up of a wooden fireplace mantel with a textured dark finish in a room with hardwood floors and electrical outlets.

Let’s knock out your home’s to-do list

  • Whether it’s installing fresh trim or adding an accent wall, we’ll help bring your space to life with a clean installation of baseboards, door casings, crown molding, shiplap, and more.

  • Holes, cracks, water damage — we patch and repair drywall cleanly so it blends in and holds up. No visible seams, no shortcuts.

  • New lighting and fans can change how a room looks and feels. We install them safely, cleanly, and without the hassle of figuring it out yourself.

  • A new backsplash is one of the most impactful small upgrades in a kitchen or bathroom. We handle the tile work carefully — level, cleanly grouted, and finished the right way.

  • Faucets, outlets, switches, hardware — small upgrades that add up. We swap them out correctly so they work the way they should and look the way you want.

  • Laundry rooms and entryways do a lot of work. We build out functional spaces with things like folding counters, built-in storage, hooks, and cubbies, to keep the everyday clutter under control.

  • We install hardwood, LVP, and tile flooring, making sure it’s prepped properly, laid level, and finished clea so it holds up for years without issues.

  • Not every project fits a category. If something in your home needs fixing, updating, or improving, reach out and tell us what you're dealing with. Chances are we can help.

Explore Some of Our Projects Across Sussex County

  • Wood Beam Installation

    Wood Beam Installation

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    Backsplash

  • Open Shelves and Cabinet installation in sussex county delaware

    Open Shelves and Cabinet

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    Porch Railing Installation

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    Shiplap Wall

What Our Clients Have to Say

  • Mary Moran | Basement Repair

    “I had leaks in two places in my basement almost from the day I took possession of my home from the builder. Numerous attempts to repair the problem failed. When Straume Construction examined the problem, a more thorough repair job was planned that would get to the basis of the problem. Keith the owner was a very knowledgeable professional and kept in close supervision with his workers who were very able and hard working. They started the job on time and completed it without delay. Very importantly, the cost was reasonable. I highly recommend Straume Construction.”

  • Christina Slot

    “Keith was wonderful. Will definitely hire him for future jobs. He was honest, with great communication, and got the job done quickly. Highly recommend!”

  • Richard Hughes | New Patio

    “Straume Contracting did a wonderful job on our new back porch. The porch was exactly as it was drawn out and completed shortly after promised. The price for the work done was about what I would expect.”

  • Cliff Grunstra | Crawl Space, Gutters, Garage Door

    “Keith is amazing, literally. This guy got us new 6" gutters with leaf guard and downspouts/popups, a brand new garage door and motor, and an encapsulated and conditioned crawl space for less then just the crawl space would have cost if we went with one of the other guys. Work was high quality and completed in record time over the holidays. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!”

  • Luke Metaxas | New Fencing

    “We hired Straume contracting to help install a fence in our backyard. They offered a fair price and completed the fence on schedule. We love our fence and had a great experience working with Keith on this project. Highly recommend!”

How to Work With Us

Whether it's one item or a whole list, here's how we get it taken care of.

01

Reach out

Tell us what you need fixed, updated, or improved. A list is fine — we'll sort through it with you.

02

Site Visit

We'll come out, take a look, and give you a clear picture of what's involved and what it'll take.

03

Build it out

We get to work and handle it with the same care we bring to every project — no matter the size.

04

Final Check

We walk through the work with you before we leave and make sure everything is exactly right.

Ready to Start?

Just tell us a bit about what you need below and we’ll get in touch to schedule an estimate.