Meet the team behind Westlake

15 people. 200+ renovations. Built on trust.

John Krebs leads a 15-person team with 200+ property renovations completed across Utah County. From basement finishing to home flip remodels, Westlake delivers results that add property value, rental income, and livable space — backed by professional bids in 48 hours.

Contractor measuring and marking basement wall framing with precision
Completed basement renovation showcasing professional finishing work
Meet Westlake

The team behind your remodel

John Krebs leads Westlake with hands-on expertise in basement finishing and home flips across Salt Lake City and nearby communities.

John Krebs, Westlake owner and general contractor

John Krebs

Owner & General Contractor

Leads every Westlake project with hands-on expertise in basement finishing and home remodels.

Marcus Rodriguez, Westlake project manager

Marcus Rodriguez

Project Manager

Oversees timelines, quality, and client communication from start to finish on every job.

Tyler Bennett, Westlake finish carpenter

Tyler Bennett

Lead Finish Carpenter

Handles custom finishes and detail work that makes basements and remodels look professional.

Priya Patel, Westlake operations coordinator

Priya Patel

Operations Coordinator

Manages bids, permits, and scheduling to keep projects on track and clients informed.

Our mission

Quality work built on trust and craftsmanship

With a 15-person crew and 200+ property renovations behind us, we've built our reputation on showing up on time, communicating clearly, and delivering exactly what we promise — whether it's a basement remodel for a growing family or a flip property for an investor who needs results fast. We understand what adds value, generates rental income, and creates livable space that sells.

What clients say

Real feedback from residential and investor clients

Westlake has earned trust by delivering basement finishes and home flips that meet timelines and budgets. Here's what our clients have to say.

John and his team finished our basement on schedule and within budget. The quality of work and attention to detail was exceptional. We'd hire them again in a heartbeat.

Mark Thompson

Mark Thompson

Homeowner, Sandy

We've flipped multiple properties with Westlake. They understand investor timelines and deliver consistent quality. Fast turnarounds, no surprises, professional throughout.

Jennifer Liu

Jennifer Liu

Real estate investor, Salt Lake City

The 48-hour free bid process gave us confidence right away. No pressure, clear pricing, and the finished basement exceeded what we imagined. Highly recommended.

David and Sarah Martinez

David and Sarah Martinez

Homeowners, Saratoga Springs

We needed a quick flip on a tight timeline. Westlake coordinated everything seamlessly. Professional, responsive, and the final product looked great. Solid contractor.

Robert Chen

Robert Chen

Property developer, Eagle Mountain

John listens to what you want and delivers it. Our basement remodel turned into the heart of our home. The team was clean, courteous, and professional every single day.

Lisa Anderson

Lisa Anderson

Homeowner, Lehi

We compared three contractors. Westlake's bid was transparent, their timeline was realistic, and they finished ahead of schedule. That's rare. We trust them completely.

Michael Washington

Michael Washington

Investor and homeowner, Pleasant Grove

By the numbers

Westlake's track record of completed projects

We've built a reputation for reliable work across Salt Lake City and nearby communities. Our clients trust us to deliver quality results, on time and on budget.

200+

Property renovations completed

Westlake has completed over 200 basement finishing and home flip projects for homeowners and investors across Utah County.

15 pros

In-house crew

A 15-person dedicated team runs parallel work streams on every project — no subcontractor delays, no bottlenecks.

98%

Client satisfaction

Homeowners and investors return to Westlake because we deliver quality work with clear communication on every project.

48h

Free bid turnaround

We provide detailed estimates within 48 hours so you can move forward quickly with confidence in the cost.

Construction worker measuring basement framing during a Westlake home renovation project

Ready to start your project?

Get your free bid from Westlake within 48 hours. No obligation, just clear pricing and honest answers.