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Top-Rated Contractors in Forest Lake - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Landson Construction
Landson Construction
4.8(
37
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Customers say: True professional

"I would recommend him to anyone considering a remodeling project of any size. He was very responsive from the first phone call, listened well to our wants and needs and made several creative suggestions to help us. He gave us a very detailed proposal and kept us informed each step of the way throughout the project. He stayed on task, came when he said he would come, did more than we even expected from him and he was kind, neat and trustworthy. We will definitely use him again."
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells
Concrete Driveways Project
Roofing Project, concrete walkways, window wells

+14

3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for Regal Remodelers, Inc.
Regal Remodelers, Inc.
4.5(
11
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 1984

Free estimates

Customers say: Quick response

"My wife and I called multiple contractors when it came to our basement remodel. Mike, at Regal Remodelers Inc, stood out to us and we chose him for our project. Mike was very responsive and made the whole process extremely easy and stress free. He worked with us on our vision, and it turned out exactly how we wanted it to. Antonio, his lead carpenter, was a pleasure to deal with and is extremely detail oriented. From always being on time, clearly taking pride in his work, and cleaning every day before he left, we couldnt have asked for more. Our basement turned out better than we could have imagined. If you have a home project, call Mike at Regal Remodelers Inc, you wont be disappointed."
Addition
Addition
Addition
Addition
Addition

+20

1 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by41%of homeowners
Avatar for Excalibur Builders LLC
Excalibur Builders LLC
4.4(
24
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2025

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Mitch and his Voyager Concrete team did a fantastic job on my front entry sidewalk replacement. Mitch was great to work with, they were the most competitive of the three quotes I got, and I would give them 10 stars if I could. Very highly recommended!!"
Response time1 day
Response rate98%
20 neighbors recently requested a quote
Avatar for Red Letter Renovation
Red Letter Renovation
3.0(
8
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Approved

In business since 2023

Free estimates

Warranties offered

Mission Statement \nTo be a trusted partner for homeowners, businesses, and contractors—building relationships founded on honor, integrity, and diligence. For us, construction is more than a trade; it’s an opportunity to build meaningful connections.\n\nVision \nTo go beyond simply completing projects with honor—to make a lasting impact on every individual we work with, in every way we can, every time.

Living Room
Kitchen
Bedroom
Bathroom
Entry

+1

Response time2 days
3 neighbors recently requested a quote
Recommended by16%of homeowners
Avatar for Barrier Construction LLC
Barrier Construction LLC
4.6(
73
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1961

Free estimates

Warranties offered

"If your stucco home was built around 1990, and fails a stucco inspection with several points of high moisture readings, you fear the repair work can easily cost $60 K and much more because the damage is likely hidden. I had several contractors look at the job and nobody could/would handle the job to take care of the window, repair frame work and re-stucco and match existing stucco. Matt Roach of Barrier Construction quoted the project with the promise that his staff would do all the work and only need to deal with one company and satisfy the inspection findings. From the first day Barrier's crew started the job, my wife and I knew right then we had hired the best company. The crew was so professional in every way, soon felt almost almost like family, and were truly craftsmen in their job skills. Barrier turned what could have been a nightmare into a solution that was more than fair from a cost standpoint to an absolute gem of a finished project. We can not say again how great the crews were and Barrier staff support."
New Front entry door
Rot caused by moisture intrusion behind stucco
Front Facelift with James Hardie lap siding.
Rot cause by moisture intrusion around windows.
Front Face Lift with James Hardie Lap Siding

+24

Response rate100%
Recommended by98%of homeowners
Avatar for HandyVoy.LLC
HandyVoy.LLC
5.0(
48
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

Warranties offered

"HandyVoy was great to work with. They started a week earlier than planned and finished a day early. Edgar was so funny and polite and his work looks great! Will definitely keep HandyVoy in my contacts to call for future projects!"
Hopkins
Brooklyn Park
New Brighton
Hopkins
Handyman Services Project

+250

Recommended by100%of homeowners
Avatar for CADY HANDYMAN SERVICES
CADY HANDYMAN SERVICES
4.2(
342
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Major Home Repairs (General Contractor)

Serving Forest Lake, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"I had just had my house broken into and a window needed to be boarded up.  After trying to contact a couple difference companies, Cady Handyman was so nice and accomodating and able to help me within hours.  They were very considerate, did a great job, and helped me out when I really needed it.
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Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Unfinished Carpentry FAQs, answered by experts

It’s sometimes safe to replace a load-bearing wall with a beam, but you need a structural engineer to sign off on the project. You’ll also likely have to upgrade to a steel I-beam or another material that’s stronger than wood to maintain the level of support you need without the wall underneath.

When building a house, it is customary to use 16d nails that measure 3 1/2 inches in length to construct the frame. These nails are crucial in providing the necessary support and stability for structural elements like joists and studs, which ensures a sturdy framework.

Bump-out additions can extend anywhere from 2 to 15 feet from an existing room. The right size will depend on how you plan to use the new space. For a cantilever bump-out, which doesn't require additional foundation support, the limit is typically 24 inches (2 feet). If a footing and foundation are part of the project, a bump-out can be much larger, even encompassing a whole room. It's also important to remember that many residential properties have limits on the total house size relative to the lot size.

Framing is the shell of the house. It includes several steps, including studs, plumbing, and electricity. A professional will ensure the wall frame is secured for the house’s structural integrity. 

Framing prices change depending on the material and whether the wall is load-bearing. Most contractors use wood to frame a home, but metal is another popular choice.

You should avoid drilling or cutting into load-bearing beams because removing material will weaken it and increase the risk of structural damage or even collapse. If you do need to drill into a load-bearing beam, speak with a structural engineer first to discuss where it’s safest to drill and the width and depth of the bit that’s safe to use.

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