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Field Journal · N° 014
Genoa, Ohio · Ottawa County · 41.5169° N
Stamped · Spring 2026
Measured twice.Cut once.Built by the same pair of hands — every project, every time.
For a decade, Jim Peppers has answered his own phone, walked every site himself, and built every project with his own crew of one. Kitchens, basements, decks, additions, custom greenhouses — and the careful repairs the bigger outfits won't drive out for.
Owner
Jim Peppers
Lead craftsman
Founded
2015
LLC · BBB profile
Crew
01
Owner-operated
Counties
04
Ottawa · Wood · Sandusky · Lucas
Plate I · The Hand on the Tool
"If I built it, I built all of it."
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Drawing
Pepper-001
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01 of 14
Scale
1 : 1 · life-size
Drawn by
J. Peppers
Checked
J. Peppers
Date
Spring 2026
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What are you thinking about building?
Quick answers · Genoa, OH
People ask us this first.
- Who does kitchen remodeling in Genoa, OH?
- Pepper Structural — owner-operated by Jim Peppers since 2015. Full kitchen remodels with custom cabinetry and trim, built by the same hands start to finish. Kitchen remodeling →
- Who builds decks near Genoa and Oak Harbor?
- We design and build pressure-treated, cedar, and composite decks across Ottawa, Wood, Sandusky, and Lucas counties. Free written estimates. Deck building →
- Do you finish basements in Northwest Ohio?
- Yes — full basement finishing including framing, insulation, drywall, flooring, and trim. Permitted work, warrantied, and built to code. Basement remodeling →
- Can you build a home addition in Ottawa County?
- Yes. Room additions, second-story builds, and structural rehab with permits handled. Serving Genoa, Elmore, Oak Harbor, Curtice, and Millbury. Home additions →
BBB Business ProfileHomeAdvisor · 5.0 / 17 ReviewsFounded 2015 · LLCOwner-OperatedFree Written EstimatesWorkmanship WarrantyEmergency Service AvailableGenoa, OH · Ottawa CountyBBB Business ProfileHomeAdvisor · 5.0 / 17 ReviewsFounded 2015 · LLCOwner-OperatedFree Written EstimatesWorkmanship WarrantyEmergency Service AvailableGenoa, OH · Ottawa County
[ Section 02 · What we build ]
The work,
in plain words.
Six things we do exceptionally well — and a long list of careful repairs that fall in between. If it involves wood, drywall, tile, trim, or framing, ask.
See full service list →
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Basement Remodeling
[ 03 ]
Decks & Porches
[ 04 ]
Home Additions
[ 05 ]
Custom Greenhouses
[ 06 ]
General Repair & Carpentry
[ Section · Recent work ]
On its feet.
Real projects, recently completed across Northwest Ohio.
[ 01 ]
Farmhouse kitchen
[ 02 ]
Cedar deck, golden hour
[ 03 ]
Two-story addition
[ Like what you see? ]
Walk your project with Jim — on-site, no charge.
Every estimate starts with a real walk-through, not a Zoom call. Jim measures, asks questions, and gives you an honest, written number.
[ Section 03 · How it goes ]
Five honest steps.
01
Phone call
A short conversation about what you want and what you're working with. No script.
02
Site visit
Jim walks the project with you. Asks questions. Takes measurements.
03
Written estimate
A clear, itemized estimate. No mystery line items, no pressure to sign.
04
The build
One craftsman, one jobsite at a time. The site is left clean every evening.
05
Walk-through
We review every detail together before final payment. Workmanship warranty in writing.
[ Talk to Jim ]
Skip the form,
if you'd rather.
The number on this site rings Jim's phone, not a call center. The form sends a message straight to his inbox.
☎ 517-438-2423[ Section 04 · In their words ]
What clients actually say.
Real reviews verified on HomeAdvisor — not testimonial-style copy we wrote for ourselves.
★★★★★ · Drywall Install
"I finally found a contractor that actually cares about how he does his work. They will take the extra time, if necessary, to get the repair done the way it should be done. They explain the remodeling procedure carefully, and they protected my furniture from paint and dust as good as could be expected. I would hire them again without hesitation."
Jeff B. · Jul 2022
★★★★★ · Garage Remodel
"Jim was awesome. He explained everything nicely and did an amazing job in the garage. The garage was in a bad state but now looks much better."
Kunal Y. · Sep 2019
★★★★★ · Repair Work
"Jim listens and does a very good job in fixing what needs to be fixed."
Ruth Y. · Sep 2019
[ Local · 25 mi of Genoa ] Outside that radius? Ask anyway — we'll be straight. Check your town →
[ Section 05 · Where we work ]
Genoa, Ottawa County,
and the towns around.
Pepper Structural is rooted in Genoa, Ohio — the small town between Toledo and the lake. We work the homes, farms, and properties of the surrounding Northwest Ohio communities.
Genoa
Ohio
Elmore
Ohio
Oak Harbor
Ohio
Curtice
Ohio
Williston
Ohio
Walbridge
Ohio
Millbury
Ohio
Northwood
Ohio
Lindsey
Ohio
Martin
Ohio
Graytown
Ohio
Woodville
Ohio
Outside this radius? Call (517) 438-2423 — we'll be honest about whether we're the right fit for the drive.
[ Section 06 · Common questions ]
Things people ask first.
Short, plain-English answers to the questions that come up on almost every estimate call.
What areas around Genoa, OH do you serve?+
Pepper Structural and Land Management is based in Genoa, Ohio (43430) and works throughout the surrounding Ottawa County and Northwest Ohio area. For projects beyond a reasonable drive, please call to confirm availability.
Do you offer free estimates?+
Yes. Free estimates are part of how we do business. After a short call to understand the scope, Jim will visit the property, walk the project with you, and provide a written estimate.
Do your projects come with a warranty?+
Yes. We stand behind our work with a workmanship warranty. Manufacturer warranties on materials apply separately.
Do you handle emergency repairs?+
Yes — emergency services are available for urgent structural and home-repair situations. Call (517) 438-2423 directly so Jim can triage the situation quickly.
How long has Pepper Structural been in business?+
Pepper Structural and Land Management LLC was started June 20, 2015 (per the BBB business profile) and is owner-operated by Jim Peppers.
Are you the person who will actually be doing the work?+
Yes. Pepper Structural is owner-operated. When you hire us, Jim Peppers is the person on your jobsite — not a subcontracted crew you've never met.
[ Section 07 · Talk to Jim ]
You've thought about this long enough.
Free written estimates. Honest timelines. The same craftsman from the first phone call to the final walk-through.