Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 1984
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We LOVE our decks. We had a big complicated project and it was no problem for Decks Unlimited. Beautiful mahogony Azek deck, Westbury aluminum railings & deck lighting. Randy & his crew are great. We have already recommended to others and would definitely hire again."
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Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2010
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Haven Home and Design (Spencer and Co) did a great job making new doors for my husbands tool shed and also replacing a storm door on my house!! Great work, very reasonably priced!!! I plan to hire them in the spring to do some more work!!! ?"
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Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
Approved
Super Service Award Winner
In business since 2000
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Refinish exterior side of 2 entry doors using my garage as shop space. New stain & multiple coats of varnish applied. They look like new again after multiple coats of varnish applied & properly cured. New weather stripping installed as needed & doors are secure and properly functioning. I provided light assist moving/installing doors and propane heater during cold weather. Unplanned cold snap added to drying time & heat expense."
Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2006
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"This was a tricky project which required replacing deck footings without removing the deck or the gazebo on the deck. They were able to start right away and completed the project in 3 days. OUTSTANDING SERVICE!"
Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2023
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"Itâ s not just what you do itâ s how you do it. Zak is a very experienced earth mover and also one of the nicest contractors Iâ ve ever met. Graded our entire driveway and front lot exactly the way we wanted and cleaned up after. Best in class."
Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2020
Free estimates
Offers commercial services
"Wow he does amazing work. Considerate Cleans up everything leaves the area spotless. Would definitely hire again."
Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
Approved
In business since 2015
Free estimates
Small jobs welcome
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!
Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
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In business since 2017
Free estimates
"Dan has completed multiple projects in our house. Dan is very honest in providing his opinion about what is the best material to use, he also suggests new ideas about the material . Dan price quotes are very competitive for the work . He lives up to his commitment about how much time it’s gonna take to complete the project, he always arrives on time. Best of all , his quality of his work is outstanding. That’s the reason we have engaged Dan for multiple projects in our house and we highly recommend him for any size of remodeling or construction work."
Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
In business since 2000
"Very well. The tub looks better and I can use the shower without leaking into the lower level."
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Serving Gilman, MN and surrounding areas
In business since 1998
Free estimates
Emergency services offered
"We had Garden Structures & More add onto the beautiful privacy fence they had previously built for us, and we couldn't be happier with the final result. Our new and improved fence is even better than we had envisioned due to owner/designer/craftsman Hal's excellent ideas. All work was completed in a timely and professional manner. We truly enjoyed working with Hal and wouldn't hesitate to have him do our next home project. "
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