General Contractor in West Dallas
West Dallas sits across the Trinity River from downtown, where older houses now share streets with new townhomes. S&L Good Fellas is an insured, family-owned contractor from Irving. Text or call for a free quote.
A Contractor for Old and New West Dallas Homes
Much of West Dallas sits on the Trinity River floodplain, behind the river's West Levee. Dallas annexed it in the 1950s, and in parts of it homes still sit next to plants and warehouses. Since the Margaret Hunt Hill Bridge opened in 2012 and tied Singleton Boulevard to downtown, new townhomes have gone up beside the older houses.
So the homes here vary a lot, from older houses to new townhomes. We quote both kinds of work: whole-home and investment property rehabs, remodels, and kitchen and bath updates for older houses, and fences, sod, decks and pergolas for newer ones.
S&L Good Fellas is a family-owned team based in Irving, and we serve all of West Dallas. Text or call. We chat on the phone, take a look at the job, and send a free quote.
Quick Answers
What West Dallas homeowners ask before they ask for a quote.
Do you work all over West Dallas?
Yes. We take jobs across West Dallas, from La Bajada by the levee to Eagle Ford near the West Fork, and along Singleton Boulevard and Fort Worth Avenue. Not sure? Text us your street.
How do quotes work?
Text or call. We chat on the phone, take a look at the job, and send a free quote. For a rental or a house you just bought, tell us what you want fixed first.
Do you work on newer townhomes too?
Yes. Newer homes still need a fence and gate, sod, a pergola, closet built-ins or a new paint color. If an HOA governs your townhome, send us its rules first.
From the Levee to I-30
West Dallas runs from the Trinity River levee south to I-30, across the river from downtown. Singleton Boulevard runs through the middle, and Fort Worth Avenue is the gateway in from downtown. We work in La Bajada, Gilbert-Emory, Eagle Ford and the streets between, mostly in ZIP 75212.
ZIP Codes We Serve
- 75212
- Google Rating
- 5.0
- Google Reviews
- 76
Work We Take On Across West Dallas
Additions · Rehabs · FramingGeneral Contracting
Whole-home and rental rehabs, additions and framing for older West Dallas houses.
Tile · Trim · ClosetsHome Remodeling
Tile, trim, carpentry and closets to update rooms in older West Dallas houses.
Interior · Exterior · TrimPainting
Interior and exterior paint for older homes, plus fresh color for newer townhomes.
Counters · Cabinets · TileKitchen Remodeling
New countertops and backsplashes for dated kitchens in older houses and rentals.
Tile · Showers · VanitiesBathroom Remodeling
Shower remodels, tile, vanities and fixtures for worn baths and rental turnovers.
Install · Repair · GatesFencing
New fences, gates, repairs and stain for yards on clay soil that cracks in dry spells.
Sod · Mulch · MakeoversLandscaping
Sod installation, mulch beds and yard cleanup for older yards and new townhome lots.
Trimming · Removal · StumpsTree Service
Trimming, removal, stump grinding and cleanup after storms bring down limbs.
Custom Decks · Built to LastDecks
Custom decks for the backyards of older homes and newer builds.
Pergolas · StructuresOutdoor Living
Pergolas for shade and storage sheds for tools, bikes and yard gear.
Levee Land, Clay Soil and Mixed Housing
The West Levee, first finished in 1932, keeps the Trinity River in its floodway. Rain that falls behind it flows to low sumps, and pump stations move it into the river. The ground is heavy clay: USDA soil maps show Trinity clay on the old river bottom and Houston Black clay on higher spots. Both crack in dry spells and swell when wet. The homes range from older houses to new townhomes.
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Jobs Shaped by West Dallas
Rehab an older house, refresh a rental, or update a yard on clay soil.
Rehabs for older houses
An older West Dallas house can need more than paint. We quote full rehabs, or just the kitchen, bath, trim and paint.
Rental make-ready work
We quote paint, tile, fixtures and repairs to get a rental or investment house ready between tenants.
Fences on cracking clay
Trinity and Houston Black clays shrink and crack when dry. Clay movement can affect fence posts and deck footings. We quote repairs for fences that lean.
Low spots after rain
Behind the levee, rain must reach a sump to be pumped out, and low spots can hold water. Check city rules before you change ground levels.
Storm limbs and cleanup
North Texas storms bring hail, wind and heavy rain. We take down storm-damaged limbs and trees, grind stumps, and fix the fence they hit.
Outdoor Work on Levee-Protected Ground
FEMA flood maps label much of West Dallas as an area with reduced flood risk due to a levee. Reduced does not mean none. The city's flood guide notes a March 2006 flood that hit mostly the drainage areas behind the levees, and FEMA recommends flood insurance for anyone who lives behind one.
FEMA also still maps some low pockets behind the West Levee as high-risk Zone AE. Inside one of those pockets, the city wants a floodplain alteration permit before anyone builds a fence, a pool or a retaining wall, or reshapes the yard.
- Look up your address on the FEMA Flood Map Service Center before you plan a fence, a shed or new beds.
- Rain behind the levee drains to sumps. City pump stations, such as Pavaho on Canada Drive, push it into the river.
- Ask your insurance agent about flood coverage. The city notes that a standard homeowner's policy does not cover rising water.
Planning an Addition in La Bajada
La Bajada sits by the levee, between Sylvan Avenue and Gulden Lane on the south side of Canada Drive. In 2012 the city made it a Neighborhood Stabilization Overlay. For single-family homes, the overlay sets a height plane that tops out at 27 feet at the front building line.
The city says an overlay like this does not stop remodels, repairs or additions. It asks new work to fit the homes around it. Ask the city about the current height rule before you plan a second story or a larger rebuild in La Bajada.
- Elsewhere in West Dallas, base zoning applies. The city is also studying new zoning for about 256 acres along Singleton Boulevard.
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Other Dallas neighborhoods we serve, nearest to West Dallas first, then the closest ones in nearby cities.
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West Dallas FAQ
Answers to common questions. Don’t see yours? Text or call and we will walk you through it.
Still Have Questions?
Send a text or give us a call. We are happy to talk through your project.
Call (469) 340-2030What does an older West Dallas house usually need?
It depends on the house, so we look first. Older homes often need updated kitchens and baths, new tile and trim, doors that close right, and fresh paint. If it needs more, we quote a whole-home rehab.
Do you rehab rental and investment houses in West Dallas?
Yes. Investment property rehabs are part of our general contracting work. We quote paint, tile, kitchens, baths, fences and yard cleanup to ready a house for a tenant or a sale.
Why do fences lean and slabs crack in West Dallas yards?
Much of West Dallas sits on heavy clay: Trinity clay in the old river bottom and Houston Black clay on higher ground, per USDA soil maps. Both shrink and crack when dry and swell when wet. The Texas Almanac notes this clay can damage foundations and other structures. Clay movement can affect fence posts and deck footings, so text or call to talk through the work your yard needs.
Do I need city approval to remove a storm-damaged tree?
It depends on where the tree stands. An existing home lot under 2 acres may qualify for a tree permit exception. Floodplain trees and trees on city land, such as the parkway by the street, have extra rules, so ask Dallas before removal in those places. We quote storm limb and tree removal, stump grinding and fence repair.
Can I do a whole-home rehab on a house in a West Dallas flood zone?
Check the flood map and ask Dallas which rules apply to your address. In a mapped floodplain, the city reviews improvements against the value of existing buildings, not the land. Ask how it counts past improvements and whether your rehab or addition can be approved before planning the work.
Got a West Dallas House That Needs Work?
Older house, new townhome or a rental between tenants? Text or call. We will take a look and send a free quote.
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