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Top-Rated Custom home builders in Independence - Updated Nov 2026

Avatar for Castle Gate Construction, Inc.
Castle Gate Construction, Inc.
4.0(
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

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In business since 2000

Free estimates

Offers commercial services

"Dan came up with plan to get the extra space we needed after we had some issues with the city denying our original plan. The crews that came out were friendly and top notch. The addition and refresh of our upper level looks very modern and we love it!"
Response time2 days
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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Fair & Square Remodeling LLC
4.5(
73
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1992

Credit card accepted

"Fair & Square was excellent. We had a very large scope which included repainting the entire interior, rip out and rebuild of the kitchen and three bathrooms, and removal of several half-walls. The work was done to high quality and any problems were quickly addressed. The Fair & Square approach includes a project manager to do all of the coordination and planning so there's a 1-stop shop. They are not so big that they're inflexible and not so small that you feel there will be a lot of unpredictability. Also we found Fair & Square to be very adaptable to the level of cost that we wanted to have, and not either locked into being high end or budget. We were very pleased with the detail and accuracy of the cost and schedule estimate, including use of a contingency. This provided a level of predictability that we've rarely seen in this kind of major work scope. There are specific contacts in their office to help with selection and procurement of materials and with follow up warranty service. Both are very convenient and responsive. The use of a project manager and the additional staff does add some expense however it pays off in quality, predictability, and responsiveness. Toward the end there were a couple of problems where we had to reach out to the owner (Mike Otto) for help and he was very responsive and helpful. Overall a great experience and we highly recommend Fair & Square for your home renovation."
Master Bedroom Suites
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+3

Recommended by87%of homeowners
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Craftwerk
5.0(
6
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"We are nearly complete working with Jamie on our home renovation project, and could not be more excited with the outcome. Throughout the process, Jamie worked with us on our vision and had many creative and artistic ideas that are now part of our remodel. Jamie and his crew along with the electrician and plumber were all respectful of our space, and our home, leaving each day with everything cleaned up of all materials. The progression of the project was thoroughly communicated to us, so there were no surprises along the way. The quality and uniqueness of the work from a custom wood staircase detail and design advice were exceptional. We work together to create custom spaces, from the powder room to the sauna that Jamie designed himself. We are impressed with the quality of work that Jamie and all involved provided during the remodel. Jamie‘s fun and friendly demeanor made the process an enjoyable experience for our whole family. Craftwerk has transformed our home into a modern unique space that we will enjoy for years to come. Stevie DeGiulio"
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Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Construction As Investment LLC
4.0(
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 2004

Emergency services offered

Credit card accepted

"He was very quick to respond to my calls, and once we decided we'd like him to come out to our house for an estimate he was out to our house the next morning (he conveniently had another client meeting in the area). He seemed knowledgeable and provided insight into what finishing my basement would entail. One particularly important thing he noticed is that the ceiling height in some areas of the basement were a couple inches shy of being "up to code." I was glad he was looking out for potential issues already - it shows his ability to plan ahead and account for possible road blocks.  Aside from that, his prices seemed very reasonable! If, or rather  when, I begin doing my basement remodel (which will now likely not be until next summer) I will definitely be keeping Vitaly in mind for the job.
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7332 Fremont
1609 84th Ave
2717 84th Ave Brooklyn Park
Recommended by81%of homeowners
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ROSSBACH CONSTRUCTION INC
4.8(
21
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1981

Free estimates

"Will Rossbach and Don Hruby of Rossbach Construction did an excellent quality job in planning and implementing the replacement of our twenty-year-old front entry door/sidelights with a new Pella entry door/sidelights. This job involved not only required installing the new Pella door/sidelights but also staining and painting trim pieces surrounding the door, all of which were matched perfectly to the existing trim. The installation of the new Pella door/sidelights is so perfect that it looks like it was installed during our home s original construction. Both Will and Don are very quality and detail oriented and highly professional. Moreover, the high degree of pride they take in their work is very readily apparent in both their detailed planning for our project and the EXCELLENT quality of their finished product. We are so pleased with Rossbach Construction s work on this project that we have already hired Rossbach for a second project on our home!"
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+2

Recommended by100%of homeowners
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Northstar Insulation LLC
4.6(
17
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

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Credit card accepted

"The staff at Northstar Installation were courteous and professional throughout our interactions. I'm looking forward to the energy-cost savings they've provided for my home as the seasons change."
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Recommended by93%of homeowners
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Sears Home Improvement Products
3.7(
1,712
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1886

Free estimates

Credit card accepted

"Sears Home Improvement Products have washers and fittings to repair washing machines and such. The staff seem real knowledgeable and they were friendly with my son when my son was asking the sort of questions he asks everyone! The pricing is reasonable."
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Recommended by74%of homeowners
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Greene Construction Inc
4.4(
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Serving Independence, MN and surrounding areas

In business since 1989

Free estimates

Emergency services offered

"Everything went as scheduled.  The workers were respectful of our property and always cleaned up the area before they left for the day.  Damian Greene took care of details that we didn't even think about.   We would highly recommend Greene Construction for any home remodeling project that you are considering.  We would definitely use them again. 

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Recommended by94%of homeowners
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Custom Home Builders FAQs, answered by experts

Above all, the downside to building a new house is a longer timeline. You need several months to finish the build, depending on the supply chain and labor availability in the meantime. Building a home compared to buying one is also more expensive, both in the building process and when it comes to mortgage rates and property taxes.

Whether it’s more affordable to gut a house than build a new one depends on the markets where you'd be buying and selling. However, it’s usually less expensive to renovate a home than to build new construction. 

Most homeowners pay between $100,000 and $200,000 for demolition and remodeling costs, whereas the average cost to build a new home is between $139,000 and $531,300.

There are energy-efficient options when building a cottage. Select green building materials, high-performance insulation, and energy-efficient windows when designing your cottage. Options such as solar panels, efficient HVAC systems, and LED lighting can lower your utility bills and reduce your environmental impact. Many builders offer energy-efficient upgrades as part of the design process.

The longest part of building a custom home is the design phase. It takes multiple professionals and a ton of work to bring your vision for your dream home to life while sticking to a homebuilding budget and also ensuring everything is built to code. Expect the design phase for a custom home build to take six months to a year.

In most cases, you should get an architect before you hire a builder. An architect will be the one to draw up formal plans for your project, including guidelines and even material lists for your builder to follow during construction. Many architects can even help you find builders, choose one for your project, and negotiate prices. Some are also willing to act as project managers throughout the process, working closely with a builder from start to finish.

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