We have the experience and the dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule an estimate today! Owner Operated. Insured. Licensed Qualified Builder. Modular builder with Stratford Homes. Stratfordhomes.com
"Excellent service and workmanship! Spencer and his team are professional yet friendly and personable. They were very considerate and accommodating as my spouse and I both work from home (and have a lot of furniture). We are very happy with the fresh, new look of our home. We would recommend Spencer and are pleased to find out he also does flooring and other large home projects."
Kyle E on March 2022
We have the experience and the dedication to bring your dreams to reality! We guarantee your satisfaction, and we won’t leave until the job is done right. Call or click to schedule an estimate today! Owner Operated. Insured. Licensed Qualified Builder. Modular builder with Stratford Homes. Stratfordhomes.com
"Excellent service and workmanship! Spencer and his team are professional yet friendly and personable. They were very considerate and accommodating as my spouse and I both work from home (and have a lot of furniture). We are very happy with the fresh, new look of our home. We would recommend Spencer and are pleased to find out he also does flooring and other large home projects."
AJJ Gomez Solid Rock, we dedicate to create outdoor living spaces, water features, & lawn maintance. We have 10 years of experience, and we are owner-operated.
"It went well. It was wonderful to see a family work together like that father and two sons they got along with. They got the job done. I wanted to pitch in and help myself sometimes just because it's something I used to do. I had to force myself to stand back and just let them do their work. I would absolutely hire them again. It was a pleasure to have them out here. I even cooked them a barbecue one day. It was awesome."
Cliff T on September 2025
AJJ Gomez Solid Rock, we dedicate to create outdoor living spaces, water features, & lawn maintance. We have 10 years of experience, and we are owner-operated.
"It went well. It was wonderful to see a family work together like that father and two sons they got along with. They got the job done. I wanted to pitch in and help myself sometimes just because it's something I used to do. I had to force myself to stand back and just let them do their work. I would absolutely hire them again. It was a pleasure to have them out here. I even cooked them a barbecue one day. It was awesome."
I am proud to provide a full range of remodeling and handyman services. I am very detail oriented, and take pride in my work. Locally owned, insured and with many years of experience. Call me today at 763-923-8063, looking forward to helping you with your next project!
"Good work, good price. I will be using him again."
Loren K on February 2025
I am proud to provide a full range of remodeling and handyman services. I am very detail oriented, and take pride in my work. Locally owned, insured and with many years of experience. Call me today at 763-923-8063, looking forward to helping you with your next project!
"Good work, good price. I will be using him again."
Clean St MN by Hoppe Home Solutions is a premium surface cleaning, and resurfacing company. That specializes in both interior, and exterior applications. Restoring your investments for a fraction of the cost of remodeling. We take pride in bringing smiles to our customers faces! We use eco-friendly products, and systems. Planning a solution that will reduce your carbon footprint, while transforming your investment. Learn more at cleanstmn.com , and reach out to get a free estimate on your project today! Christopher Hoppe cleanstmn.com [email protected] 3202914427 find us on Facebook at cleanstmn by hoppe home solutions LLC
"Chris was professional and got my roof looking like new."
Nick K on August 2023
Clean St MN by Hoppe Home Solutions is a premium surface cleaning, and resurfacing company. That specializes in both interior, and exterior applications. Restoring your investments for a fraction of the cost of remodeling. We take pride in bringing smiles to our customers faces! We use eco-friendly products, and systems. Planning a solution that will reduce your carbon footprint, while transforming your investment. Learn more at cleanstmn.com , and reach out to get a free estimate on your project today! Christopher Hoppe cleanstmn.com [email protected] 3202914427 find us on Facebook at cleanstmn by hoppe home solutions LLC
"Chris was professional and got my roof looking like new."
Imperial Construction Services, LLC is a family-owned business based in Pine City, MN. Specializing in new construction, remodeling, gutter installation, and storm damage repair, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service. Our expertise extends to seamless gutters, offering two sizes, color matching, and leaf protection. Trust us to enhance your home with quality craftsmanship and personalized solutions. Let us bring your vision to life and exceed your expectations. We are bonded and insured and provide free estimates! Contact us, we'd love to help.
"Awesome people to work with! Would recommend to anyone that is looking for work done."
Jeremiah M on May 2022
Imperial Construction Services, LLC is a family-owned business based in Pine City, MN. Specializing in new construction, remodeling, gutter installation, and storm damage repair, we pride ourselves on delivering exceptional service. Our expertise extends to seamless gutters, offering two sizes, color matching, and leaf protection. Trust us to enhance your home with quality craftsmanship and personalized solutions. Let us bring your vision to life and exceed your expectations. We are bonded and insured and provide free estimates! Contact us, we'd love to help.
"Awesome people to work with! Would recommend to anyone that is looking for work done."
Hardy Counters & Floors specializes in Resinous Coatings and Concrete Polishing and Staining. We are located on the Eastern side of South Dakota and service the entire 5 state area. Our trained staff has experience in Epoxies, Polyaspartics, Polyurias, Urethanes, Sealers, Densifiers, Dyes, Acid Stains, Concrete Overlays and more! Hardy's owner Chad Leddy grew up in Watertown SD and has been contracting for over 10 years. As the industry has grown so has Chad and his staff. Polymer coatings are very durable and cost efficient but take a lot of knowledge and experience to use them and apply them correctly. Through the years we have continued to educate ourselves and have been certified in many manufactures products and application techniques. The equipment we use is efficient and HEPA certified and recognized as some of the top brands in the industry.
Hardy Counters & Floors specializes in Resinous Coatings and Concrete Polishing and Staining. We are located on the Eastern side of South Dakota and service the entire 5 state area. Our trained staff has experience in Epoxies, Polyaspartics, Polyurias, Urethanes, Sealers, Densifiers, Dyes, Acid Stains, Concrete Overlays and more! Hardy's owner Chad Leddy grew up in Watertown SD and has been contracting for over 10 years. As the industry has grown so has Chad and his staff. Polymer coatings are very durable and cost efficient but take a lot of knowledge and experience to use them and apply them correctly. Through the years we have continued to educate ourselves and have been certified in many manufactures products and application techniques. The equipment we use is efficient and HEPA certified and recognized as some of the top brands in the industry.
Residential Custom Cabinets -Kitchen cabinets -Entertainment centers -Bookshelves -Home Bar cabinetry -Wall beds -Mudroom lockers/Laundry solutions -Whatever you dream up! Commercial Custom Cabinets -Bars counters -Retail counters -Reception desks -Storage solutions Laminate Countertops Cabinet Refacing Installation Owner operated Craftsman with over 30 years of experience in custom cabinetry. We work with our clients to understand your needs and design a fabulous solution that will add value and function to your home. Customer satisfaction is paramount so we deliver our clients a quality solution you will love!
Residential Custom Cabinets -Kitchen cabinets -Entertainment centers -Bookshelves -Home Bar cabinetry -Wall beds -Mudroom lockers/Laundry solutions -Whatever you dream up! Commercial Custom Cabinets -Bars counters -Retail counters -Reception desks -Storage solutions Laminate Countertops Cabinet Refacing Installation Owner operated Craftsman with over 30 years of experience in custom cabinetry. We work with our clients to understand your needs and design a fabulous solution that will add value and function to your home. Customer satisfaction is paramount so we deliver our clients a quality solution you will love!
we are a small family owned and operated over 15 years experience in wall and floor tile,stone,epoxys,lamanite,hard woods,vinyl,and more. we provide quality installations,and or repairs. with 24/7 schedualing
we are a small family owned and operated over 15 years experience in wall and floor tile,stone,epoxys,lamanite,hard woods,vinyl,and more. we provide quality installations,and or repairs. with 24/7 schedualing
Custom carpentry company available for full remodels and sub contracting
Custom carpentry company available for full remodels and sub contracting
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Countertops and Backsplashes questions, answered by experts
The best type of wood for countertops is hardwood. Hardwood is much more durable and resilient than softwood, so it won’t scratch or dent as easily. Oak, cherry, maple, walnut, and teak are all popular options that are relatively common in North America. Some homeowners prefer to use pine or cedar, but make sure to seal your countertop to help prevent damage. Yellow pine fares better than white pine.
Corian® is a popular countertop alternative to quartz. Created from an acrylic resin and natural minerals, Corian® resembles quartz and offers some similar benefits, but it comes at a cheaper price. Corian® countertops cost an average of $26 to $65 per square foot, which is less than half of what quartz countertops usually cost. The downside is that Corian® isn’t as durable as quartz, particularly regarding its resistance to scratches and high temperatures.
The best way to protect your quartz countertops is to keep them clean. Promptly wipe any spills and clean with a damp cloth and dish soap as needed. Doing a deeper clean weekly is also recommended. To do this, move small appliances and fruit bowls out of the way and wash the entire surface with a squirt of dish soap on a damp cloth.
Butcher block countertops are durable, but wood is generally susceptible to extreme heat, so you should avoid placing hot pots and pans directly on a butcher block counter. This will likely cause some aesthetic damage in the form of scorch marks. Instead, invest in some trivets and put your hot cookware on top of them.
Fortunately, there are many types of heatproof countertops. Granite, quartzite, concrete, and stainless steel are all fiery contenders. These surfaces work best in busy kitchens where hot pots, pans, and baking sheets are part of the daily routine. Plus, their durability means you get a long-lasting work surface that won’t flinch at a bit of heat or heavy use. However, many stone and concrete counters require a sealer, which is typically not heatproof.
The Ogilvie, MN homeowners’ guide to countertop and backsplash services
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