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Helmin's Quality Home Improvements

10278 57th Ave SW5
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Helmin's Quality Home Improvements

10278 57th Ave SW5
5.00(
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Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 91% of Angi customers
Recommended by 91% of HomeAdvisor customers
23 local quotes requested

Serving all of Crowing County ,Cass County and beyond, the professionals at Helmin's Quality Home Improvements are the go-to, full service exterior contractors you can trust to get the job done right Including Steel Seamless siding with many profiles available. Also Installing LP Smart side , Aluminum Soffit and Fascia. WIndows Call now for a free estimate!

"Very personable, on time, kept us informed. Left area clean/ picked up."

Julie H on October 2025

Serving all of Crowing County ,Cass County and beyond, the professionals at Helmin's Quality Home Improvements are the go-to, full service exterior contractors you can trust to get the job done right Including Steel Seamless siding with many profiles available. Also Installing LP Smart side , Aluminum Soffit and Fascia. WIndows Call now for a free estimate!

"Very personable, on time, kept us informed. Left area clean/ picked up."

Julie H on October 2025


"Excellent service! They went above and beyond! Highly recommend..."

Tucker T on July 2024

From grading, brush cutting, construction of driveways and trails, to land clearing and landscaping services, Orton Companies is your one-stop shop for all your landscaping and dirt work needs.

"Excellent service! They went above and beyond! Highly recommend..."

Tucker T on July 2024


371 Construction

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371 Construction

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371 Construction is your licensed Up North contractor: Services we offer include kitchen and bath remodels, window and siding and roofing replacement, additions, decks, and more!

371 Construction is your licensed Up North contractor: Services we offer include kitchen and bath remodels, window and siding and roofing replacement, additions, decks, and more!


Bakke Best Remodeling LLC

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Bakke Best Remodeling LLC

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8 years of experience

Handyman services and general remodeling. Windows, Doors, Decks, Bathrooms. I have an eye for small details and am a perfectionist. You want it done right the first time and I want to do it right the first time. That’s the best way the Bakke Best way

Handyman services and general remodeling. Windows, Doors, Decks, Bathrooms. I have an eye for small details and am a perfectionist. You want it done right the first time and I want to do it right the first time. That’s the best way the Bakke Best way



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Lakes Area Remodels

517 4th Ave NE
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Lakes Area Remodels

517 4th Ave NE
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Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers

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.

"Keegan was easy to work with and we are so happy with the results!"

Sheila E on April 2025

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.

"Keegan was easy to work with and we are so happy with the results!"

Sheila E on April 2025



Elite Home Services

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Elite Home Services

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We are primarily a painting and flooring contractor, but we have done all aspects of home remodeling both interior and exterior. We have remodeled kitchens and bathrooms, built decks, additions and new construction as well. Although we are a fresh new company, my partner and I have been doing home building and remodeling for over 20 years combined. We value personal experiences with our customers and strive for repeat business, while still trying to gain new clients as well.

We are primarily a painting and flooring contractor, but we have done all aspects of home remodeling both interior and exterior. We have remodeled kitchens and bathrooms, built decks, additions and new construction as well. Although we are a fresh new company, my partner and I have been doing home building and remodeling for over 20 years combined. We value personal experiences with our customers and strive for repeat business, while still trying to gain new clients as well.


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Diversified Construction

1107 S 6th St
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Diversified Construction

1107 S 6th St
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17 years of experience

Diversified Construction does general construction ranging in new homes and apartments to small remodels and additions. Dave Peterson has been an independent contractor since 1982 and has been serving the Brainerd Lakes Area since 1992.

Diversified Construction does general construction ranging in new homes and apartments to small remodels and additions. Dave Peterson has been an independent contractor since 1982 and has been serving the Brainerd Lakes Area since 1992.


Handymn LLC

5650 Knox Ave N
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Handymn LLC

5650 Knox Ave N
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Handymn LLC is a family owned company started from the idea that many people need help fixing a household problem, finishing or starting a project, or seeing their vision of a clean and organized home come true. As a localized, small family business, we offer prices and communication throughout that bigger or specialized business just can't offer. We are an all-in-one solution to issues and projects that go beyond one type of trade. Whether you need help building some shelves, fixing a plumbing problem, having your car worked on, or just need your home to be clean, we can handle it. Our expertise goes back 20+ years working in many different industries where we've built race cars, constructed sheds, maintained and cleaned whole apartment complexes, and so much more. It was our time to take all of that knowledge and create a business that can help those worried about the high costs for simple needs or not wanting to wait for a big business to get back to them some time down the road. We are your everyday solution! Please feel free to contact us via phone or email and find us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/handymnllc

Handymn LLC is a family owned company started from the idea that many people need help fixing a household problem, finishing or starting a project, or seeing their vision of a clean and organized home come true. As a localized, small family business, we offer prices and communication throughout that bigger or specialized business just can't offer. We are an all-in-one solution to issues and projects that go beyond one type of trade. Whether you need help building some shelves, fixing a plumbing problem, having your car worked on, or just need your home to be clean, we can handle it. Our expertise goes back 20+ years working in many different industries where we've built race cars, constructed sheds, maintained and cleaned whole apartment complexes, and so much more. It was our time to take all of that knowledge and create a business that can help those worried about the high costs for simple needs or not wanting to wait for a big business to get back to them some time down the road. We are your everyday solution! Please feel free to contact us via phone or email and find us on Facebook at: www.facebook.com/handymnllc

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Decks and Porches questions, answered by experts

If you want to use the space beneath your second-story deck, then yes, an under-deck drainage system is worth it. Having a drainage system in place lets you run power to the area, so you can install a ceiling fan, lighting, TV, or other appliances to create a comfortable outdoor living space.

Will pressure-treated wood rot? This wood could eventually suffer from rot, although it takes longer compared to untreated wood. Even though the chemicals applied to pressure-treated wood protect it, they eventually dissipate and leave the wood vulnerable. You can delay the appearance of rot in the treated wood by reducing its direct exposure to moisture and by painting it. Using fewer screws or nails in the wood—and thereby creating fewer holes in it—also delays the chances of rot forming.

When installing deck boards, screws are a better option than nails. For one, screws have more holding strength than nails, so they’re better at keeping your deck boards in place. Also, nails are more likely to pop out of the boards than screws, which can create a tripping or poking hazard on your deck.

It is possible to repair wet, rotted wood, but it depends on the extent of the damage. If the wood is severely decayed, it may be necessary to replace the affected sections entirely. However, if the rot is relatively minor, you can attempt to repair it. Start by removing any wet or decayed wood, allowing the area to dry thoroughly. Then, you can apply a wood hardener or consolidant to strengthen the remaining wood fibers. Finally, use epoxy wood fillers to fill in the damaged areas, shaping and sanding them to match the original wood surface.

If you used regular jointing sand, you can typically walk on the repaired area right away. If you used polymeric sand, wait at least 24 hours before walking on it and 48 to 72 hours before driving over it, depending on the weather. Polymeric sand needs time to fully cure and lock the pavers in place.

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