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Ascended Constructions
New to Angi
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Serving Albert Lea, MN and surrounding areas

Approved (Corporate)

In business since 2023

Offers commercial services

We’re a family owned and operated company that values honesty and integrity, and stands behind our work. We offer over 40 years of industry experience. We specialize in Asphalt Shingle Roofing installation, replacement, and repairs. Our services are customized to the individual project, paying close attention to the details of each project that we're involved with. We look forward to building long-term relationships with our clients and guarantee your satisfaction!

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Garden Structures & More
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Albert Lea, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1998

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Hal is a bit of a character and drives an old truck, but he is very pleasant and takes great pride in his workmanship. One of the few times in our history of several home projects where a project has exceeded our expectations."
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Recommended by95%of homeowners
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Cardinal Enterprise Carpentry Creations
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Shelter or Outbuilding - Build

Serving Albert Lea, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2022

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Adam is an excellent prompt professional helper I have ever seen. He did great job and he has best experience and expertises in home remodeling. Adam’s commitment and tenacity are amazing. Even in rainy weekend he came/travelled to long distance and did job with perfection. Thank you Adam."
Remodeling - Kitchen & Bathroom Project
Handymen Project
Rise Modular
Tiny Home
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+27

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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American Home Shield – Home Warranty
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Serving Albert Lea, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1971

Credit card accepted

"The technician did an excellent job. It did take a while to get the repair finished, but that was due to Bertazzoni delivering the parts. I have had multiple problems with this particular appliance. My range now works better than it did when new, but I have a feeling that even if I have continuing problems with it, American Home Shield will just repair rather than replace due to the cost of the range. By the way, I'm not exactly sure of the date of the repair."
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Recommended by65%of homeowners
A Cut Above Builders, Inc.
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Serving Albert Lea, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

At Cut Above Builders we strive to provide a standard of excellence that exceeds our customer�s expectations. Whether new home construction, remodeling or construction management, we take pride in providing the very best as a custom home contractor. Our experience in new home construction and construction project management give us the knowledge and skills to complete high quality construction jobs from the initial plan to the final detail. If you are planning to build anywhere in Southeastern Minnesota, plan on A Cut Above Builders as your custom builder! We're a Minnesota Construction Company.\n\nOur goal is to provide a pleasant and satisfying building experience that leads to an end product, which features the quality built comfort you expect and deserve! \n

Dennis Stenseth Construction, LLC
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Serving Albert Lea, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1942

Free estimates

We are an ethical, honest and professional company. We are easy to communicate with. Grandfather started the business and has been in the family ever since. Always working with you until the job is done right and to your specifications. When working with our company you can expect integrity, prompt service, and superior customer service. Always leaving the job site clean. We take pride in our services and enjoy making clients repeat clients. You can count on us to get the job done right the first time. We will meet with you at your convenience and will not keep you waiting. Call us today for your free estimate. You'll be pleased you did. Thank you

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Home Building questions, answered by experts

Remodeling a house is often less expensive than building a new house. You can expect to pay an average of $100 per square foot when you are remodeling. The cost to build a house averages about $150 per square foot. When remodeling, though, some rooms cost more than $100 per square foot and some cost less. Use a home renovation cost estimator to accurately estimate your remodeling costs.

Modular homes are a type of prefab home. Specifically, manufacturers first build modular homes in sections and then deliver them to the job site. The modules, or sections, are usually at least 70% finished before they arrive on your property.

In comparison, prefab homes arrive in panels or segments, and workers assemble them on-site. Generally speaking, modular homes tend to be more durable, and their consistent construction standards may mean you’ll have an easier time getting conventional home loans.

A carriage house is a freestanding building, while a townhouse is connected to other units. A townhouse is a full single-family home and typically shares a parcel of land with other connected homes. A carriage house is rarely used as the sole single-family home on a property and is most often an additional building sharing property with a traditional single-family home. 

The average build timeline for a home is between six and 12 months, with timelines pushing toward the upper end of that range if you’re creating a custom design or need a lot of land preparation before getting started. Hiring a general contractor or a custom homebuilder will help speed up the process, as you’ll see fewer delays between different parts of the build process getting done.

Framing is often the most expensive phase of building a house because it’s time-consuming and requires a lot of materials. It costs between $20,000 and $50,000 on average, depending on materials and labor costs. Before construction begins, it’s possible that purchasing land is the priciest step in the process. Some plots of land sell for $3,000, while others cost upwards of $150,000.

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