How to interview remodeling contractors.
The age-old advice should be updated from “get three bids” to “interview three contractors and determine who you can trust and communicate with”!
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Found in Your Wall: The Hidden Problem with Galvanized Pipes
Why we recommend replacing old plumbing during your remodel. As a contractor specializing in older homes in Minneapolis and St. Paul, I’ve seen just about everything hiding behind a wall. One of the most common—and problematic—surprises is finding old, galvanized steel pipes. When we open up a wall for a bathroom remodel and find these,…
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Kitchen Remodel Costs in Minneapolis–St. Paul (2026) | Transparent Budgets & Timelines
2026 Minneapolis kitchen remodel costs are live (we are booked into 2026). Real local ranges, timelines, and what drives price in older Twin Cities homes. Grab the updated PDF guide and get a budget range for your house today. Click here for the updated 2026 cost guide Click here to see details on other recent…
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Kitchen remodel with a removed load‑bearing wall
Kitchen remodels aren’t just HGTV-like montages (but we have one). They’re planning, permits, engineering, and clean execution. On this project we removed a load‑bearing wall to open the kitchen, installed a new LVL header, and added a structural post on a new basement footing. We’re a woman‑owned and operated contractor; Kim led the structural scope…
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Why I Use My Own Construction Team
The benefits of having my own in house crew means a lower risk for my clients. It is also a big benefit because I am completely in control of both quality and scheduling. I oversee every detail of the job, so I can confidently promise high-quality craftsmanship.
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Drywall and The Remodeling Rollercoster
Remodeling Rollercoaster Highs and Lows.
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Stock, Semi-Custom, Custom Cabinetry – Which is For You?
Whether you’re in the market for a kitchen remodel, bathroom remodel or more, it’s important to know to know cabinetry terms and options. You can easily choose a classic white shaker cabinet or a custom antique finish, but you must understand the fundamental differences between stock, semi-custom, and custom cabinetry.
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Steps to validating a general contractor in Minnesota
Three steps to ensure you hire a good general contractor in Minnesota
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Grateful for demo day
A little over a year ago we received an estimate request to move some stairs in a 130-year-old home. We stopped by a few times to explore different options on how to move the stairs. There was no cost-effective way to move the stairs due to the number of remodels and additions the home had…
