- 16493 Bodman Rd Mt. Orab, OH 45154
- info@empirehome.solutions
- Deck Division: 513-513-DECK(3325)
- Office: (513) 773-1567
Trusted Deck Builders & General Contractor in Cincinnati, Ohio
Empire Home Solutions is a family-owned general contractor based in Mt. Orab, building custom decks and patios, roofing repair and replacement, finished basements, gutters and siding, and poured concrete across Greater Cincinnati, Clermont County, Brown County, and Northern Kentucky since 2009. A+ rated with the BBB — and every build is backed by our lifetime craftsmanship warranty.
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By Chris Kestel, Founder & Owner · Last Updated July 2026
Rated 4.9 Stars · A+ BBB Accredited · Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty
17+ Years in Business · 90+ Years Crew Experience · 4.9 Star Rating
Signs You May Need a Home Remodeling Contractor
Your home does not always need a complete renovation. Sometimes, a few visible problems can indicate that it is time to speak with an experienced contractor.
Common signs include:
- Your deck has loose boards, unstable railings, cracks, or visible rot.
- Your roof has missing shingles, leaks, sagging areas, or recurring water stains.
- Your basement is unfinished, poorly arranged, or no longer meets your family’s needs.
- Your siding is cracked, faded, warped, or allowing moisture into the home.
- Your gutters overflow, pull away from the roofline, or fail to drain properly.
- Your concrete patio, driveway, or walkway is cracked, uneven, or sinking.
- Your family needs more living space, but moving is not the right option.
- Your outdoor area is outdated and no longer works for relaxing or entertaining.
- Repairs are becoming more frequent and are no longer solving the underlying problem.
Empire Home Solutions can inspect your property, discuss your goals, and recommend a practical remodeling plan for your home and budget.
Brands We Build With
Fully Insured & Bonded
Your home and our work are protected by full insurance and bonding, unlike many crews working in this area on a handshake.
A+ BBB Accredited
Empire Home Solutions, LLC holds an A+ rating with the Better Business Bureau. Look us up before we ever step on your property — we want you to.
Premium, Proven Materials
We build with materials rated for Ohio winters and summers — and we'll show you the spec sheets, not just the brochure.
Lifetime Craftsmanship Warranty
Most contractors warranty their workmanship for 3 to 5 years. We stand behind ours for life. If our craftsmanship fails, we fix it — period.
Best-Priced, Not Lowest-Priced
We won't win a race to the bottom, and we don't want to. For the quality, workmanship, and warranty you get, we're the best value in the market.
Local Code & Permit Knowledge
We're based in Brown County and work daily under Hamilton, Clermont, Butler, and Warren county permitting. We handle the permit process and inspections so you don't have to learn it.
Home Remodeling Services Across Greater Cincinnati
Based in Mt. Orab, Empire Home Solutions provides professional deck building, roofing, basement remodeling, home addition, concrete, siding, and gutter services across:
Primary service area: Mt. Orab · Cincinnati · Indian Hill · West Chester · Mason · Anderson Township · Lebanon · Loveland · Fairfield · Batavia · Amelia
Extended service area: Hamilton · Middletown · Clermont County · Western Brown County · surrounding Greater Cincinnati communities
Looking for a remodeling contractor in your specific city? Explore our city-specific service pages for deck construction, roofing, basement remodeling, home additions, concrete work, gutters, and siding throughout our Ohio service area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I repair or replace my roof?
If your asphalt shingle roof is under 15 years old and damage is limited to one area — a few lifted shingles, a single leak point — repair usually wins. Past 18–20 years, or with widespread granule loss, curling, or storm damage across multiple slopes, replacement costs less over the next decade. Roof replacement repair decisions shouldn’t be guesswork: we inspect, photograph everything, and show you exactly what we found before quoting either option.
What are your best finishing basement tips before I start?
Solve water first. Our top finishing basement tips for this region: verify drainage and waterproofing before any framing, plan an egress window if you want a legal bedroom, run a dehumidification plan into the design, and use mold-resistant materials at floor level. Basement finishing ideas like home theaters, bars, and in-law suites all fail the same way — moisture — so we engineer that out before the fun begins.
How much does it cost to pour concrete?
For most poured concrete services in the Cincinnati area, a standard 4-inch slab runs about $6–$12 per square foot installed, while stamped or decorative finishes run $12–$20. The cost to pour concrete rises with demo of old concrete, regrading, added thickness for vehicle loads, and reinforcement. We break down concrete pouring cost line by line in every written quote so you can see exactly where the money goes.
Deck or patio — which should I choose?
A deck or patio decision comes down to grade, drainage, and how you’ll use the space. Sloped or elevated yards favor decks; flat, well-drained yards make patios the budget-friendly winner. Ohio’s clay soil and freeze-thaw cycles punish poorly-based patios, so site prep matters more here than in most states. We’ll assess your yard free of charge and recommend the one that actually fits.
Do you handle building permits?
Yes. We prepare and submit all required permits and schedule inspections across Hamilton, Clermont, Brown, Butler, and Warren counties and Northern Kentucky. Deck footings, egress windows, structural work, and roofing all have code requirements under the Residential Code of Ohio — we build to them as standard practice.
What areas do you serve?
We serve Greater Cincinnati and surrounding communities including Mason, Montgomery, Norwood, Loveland, Milford, Batavia, Amelia, New Richmond, Fayetteville, Mt. Orab, Anderson Township, West Chester, Hamilton, Middletown, Lebanon, Springboro, and Indian Hill — plus Northern Kentucky communities like Florence, Union, Walton, and Covington.
What warranty do you offer?
Every project carries our lifetime craftsmanship warranty. Materials carry their manufacturer warranties on top — and because we’re a NADRA-aligned deck builder using rated materials, those manufacturer warranties are ones you can actually use.
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