Lakes Area Remodels is a licensed and insured company that you'll be able to trust with your home remodels bringing the best quality workmanship from your floors to your ceilings we got you covered and also home additions and other exterior buildings whether it be a shed garage or pole building.
We take great pride in our experience, expertise, quality, and customer service that we provide to meet the consumers needs. It is our mission to provide excellent workmanship and complete customer satisfaction from start to completion of a project. In order to understand the needs and expectations of our customers, we take great care to work and communicate with every customer in a professional manner. Our reputation is based on service, safety, and quality, regardless of how large or small the job.
Flakne Construction, LLC, proudly serves its customers with pride, integrity, and by paying attention to the details that matter most to you. These are a few of the many things that sets us apart from the rest. We are locally owned and operated. Give us a call today!
Hageman Homes LLC is a locally owned and operated concrete contractor serving Central Minnesota communities such as St. Cloud and Brainerd, specializing in concrete, foundations, and residential general contractor services. Our work is rooted in practical experience, careful preparation, and doing the job right the first time. We believe strong projects start with clear communication, realistic timelines, and attention to structural details that others may overlook. Whether we’re pouring a driveway, building a foundation, or managing a full home project, we approach each job with the same commitment to quality workmanship and long-term durability.\n\nResidential Building Contractor License: #BC809698
"I purchased a $99 BIG DEAL for an HVAC tune up. The technician arrived on-time (Spring of 2012) and was very courteous. During the inspection, the tech found a leaking drip pan. A hose was replaced under warrenty, but I was charged $129 for a service call. During the initial inspection, the tech also found an electrical device - a motor starter - "suspect' on the outside condenser unit. The tech explained that the device was pitted and could cause premature motor failure. The cost to replace the starter was $262 (cost to replace the motor, if failed would be $700). The tech then offered me "Club Membership", giving me a 10% discount, priority service, and a fall tune up. Cost was $200. I caved and purchased the club membership and gave the OK to replace the motor starter. Afterward, i investigated the cost of the motor starter (available at Home Depot) and found it to cost less than $25. The tech spent about 15 minutes replacing it. Pretty good margins, I'd say. Foward six months to October 2012 : No contact from the vendor about a fall tune up. When I turned on the heat for the first time of the season, the system failed. I called AirTech and they promptly sent out a technician. Almost immediately, he declaired that a major electronic controller was the culprit. Cost to repair would be $550 plus the service call charge. I was suspect, but gave the tech the OK to replace the controller. He did so, but the new controller indicated another problem : a motorized damper, which was connected to the controller. Perhaps the original controller was not faulty after all, I asked the tech? He responded that both devices probably went bad at the same time. He got the furnace running, but took the damper devices with him back to the shop. After several weeks and not hearing back from them, I called and inquired. AirTech sent another technician out to replace the damper. Here is my beef and suspician : my HVAC unit is 4 years old. Before Airtech opened it up, it had never had a problem. After a "tune up" and six months of time, I have now forked out OVER $1000 !!!! The whole thing reeks of bait-and-switch. Perhaps not, but perception is reality. To the credit of the AirTech owner, Jaren, he did refund the likely a mis-diagnosis of the control module. He and I had multiple conversations about it and I was pleased that he stepped up to the plate in an attempt to make it right. "
"For a number of years I had been trying to figure out how to get some privacy in our fish bowl back yard surrounded by a 4-foot chain link fence which I fond to be very unattractive. It has been difficult to plant for privacy along the fence because there is so much shade. I had thought about having a nice wood fence built but a six ft wood fence wouldn’t help that much because all our neighbors have decks plus fences seem kind of unfriendly and un-neighborly. That is when I started to observe trellises in other people’s yards and it finally dawned on me that trellises could help accomplish the privacy I was longing for and yet seem neighbor friendly. I started looking on Angie’s List and found GARDEN STRUCTURES & MORE listed. I went to their website a was very excited about the pictures he had posted of their other projects. I called Hal and he came out and we talked about my ideas. He seemed to fall right in with what I was thinking. He wasn’t able to get to my project immediately but he was able to work my job in among his other jobs so the weight was not very long. When Hal and his crew of 3 get going they work very hard and are amazingly productive. By the way digging some of the holes was a nightmare because of the tree roots. They do a lot of the prep work and construction in their shop ahead of time. I am wild about my trellises. They are accomplishing exactly what I envisioned. They are built strategically in the open areas along the fence line on all three sides if the back yard. They are handsome and substantial. Nothing like the trellises you find in the nurseries. I have already gotten compliments from the neighbors. They look nice from both sides of the fence. My friends think it is a brilliant solution. I am already thinking about other projects I want GARDEN STRUCTURES & MORE to do. Perhaps a nice garden shed and maybe some kind of shelter to hang a hammock. I couldn’t be happier with their work and my lovely private garden paradise I am in the process of accomplishing. My thanks go out to Hal and your crew."
"Vlad is a talented handyman. He cleaned & repaired gutters. Replaced our damaged window with a beautiful glass block. Tore out wet damaged sheetrock. Replaced new sheetrock, wanes coating, trim, matching wall paint color perfectly. Additional ceiling sheetrock repaired from another water leak. The ceiling matches perfectly. Talented & willing handyman. My husband has dementia, and is no longer able to complete these repairs we had adding up around our older home. We had our toilet plug, he responded with yes I can take care of it. Several window cranks needed to be replaced. Vlad bought parts required & replaced these as well. My initial consultation was for storm damage, gutters, window well & interior sheetrock repair. He gave me an estimate for the big construction. While he was here he was so awesome to add these other smaller repairs. I have a few more projects to tackle & Reliable Handyman, Vlad will be who I reach out to for my future repairs. Honest, friendly, skilled & definitely hard working, always cleaning up at end of each day. End result is solidly repaired window & interior walls. Vlad itemized supplies, parts & labor. We had no surprise charges. Definitely quality work. Julie"
J.T.U. Construction, LLC, has been in business since 2012, with over 15 years of experience! We specialize in all your home improvement carpentry needs, and guarantee you a job well done! We strive to exceed the homeowner's expectations each and every time, and get the job done the way you want it. We work in a timely fashion and always pay attention to detail. Proudly serving Grand Rapids and the surrounding areas. Free estimates. Call today!
Building permits serve a few purposes, the most important of which is to keep you and the people around you safe by ensuring your contractor does work safely and to code. Permits also help your municipality tax your property appropriately, as taxes are based on land improvements and the upgrades you make to your home. Finally, permits ensure your project won’t have a negative impact on the environment or your neighbors.
It is almost always more affordable to buy an existing home than to build a new one. Building a home involves numerous costs, including labor, permits, inspections, utility hookups, and brand-new materials, finishes, and appliances. Additionally, new construction loans can have higher interest rates than traditional mortgages, and property taxes on new homes are often higher, increasing long-term costs. An exception is a DIY house build, which can be cheaper than buying an existing home if you do the labor yourself. While building is generally more expensive, a new custom home offers complete control over the layout and design. Furthermore, new construction is typically worth more than a comparable pre-owned home and may provide a better return on investment if sold quickly.
The decision to build or buy an outdoor pizza oven depends on your personal preferences, budget, and time. Whether building is cheaper hinges on the style you choose and the tools and materials you already possess. For example, having a surplus of fire bricks from a previous project can significantly reduce costs. However, if you need to purchase all the required materials, buying a pre-made oven is often the more affordable and less labor-intensive option, with prices for quality versions typically ranging from $300 to $1,000. Keep in mind that while a DIY project can be cheaper than hiring a professional for a custom build, it carries the risk of injury or costly construction errors.
If you can’t repair and repurpose your shed, it might be possible to sell it, donate it, or salvage parts rather than them just ending up in a landfill. Professional junk removal services will advise you on what can and will be recycled. You may also want to keep some parts to upcycle them for other projects around your home. Turning planks from your memory-filled wooden shed into a coffee table or bed headboard is good for the environment and the soul.
While a romantic getaway in a vacation treehouse may sound appealing, building one to live in year-round comes with more challenges. However, a growing number of people are adopting this small-scale living approach to appreciate an off-the-grid, private lifestyle. It allows you to feel closer to nature in a sustainable, customizable, minimalist, and eco-friendly way.
The Cushing, MN homeowners’ guide to storm shelter services
From average costs to expert advice, get all the answers you need to get your job done.
When you’re looking to make a safer space for your family during storms, tornado shelter costs may come to mind. See how much you can expect to pay here.
The cost to build a root cellar depends on size, location, materials, and other variables. Our guide will help you decide which option is best for you.
What is a storm shelter? It can keep you safe during a tornado, hurricane, or other weather event. This guide will introduce you to the different types.
