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Avatar for Black Dog Construction and Remodeling, LLC

Black Dog Construction and Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
11
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Black Dog Construction and Remodeling, LLC

5.00(
11
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
4 years of experience

Our company invites you to experience prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. You can be assured you're in good hands with our company working on your home improvement project. If you are looking for a contractor that follows business practices such as promptly returning phone calls, arriving on time for appointments and following through on promises then call our reputable company today We will be the one and only contractor you'll ever need. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

"We COULD NOT be any happier with Gordie than we are. He completed the kitchen remodel on schedule to the DAY and in half the time as our other quotes. He kept us informed, was meticulous in his cleanup, went above and beyond to configure our kitchen to match our requests, which meant redesigning drawers and a bread board. Our satisfaction was an obvious goal from the start. We CANNOT recommend him highly enough â ¦ Gordie is a GEM! We LOVE our new kitchen!"

Bruce D on February 2024

Our company invites you to experience prompt service and superior attention to detail. Our customer satisfaction is our top priority. We will earn your trust for a lifetime. We believe in making all clients repeat clients. You can be assured you're in good hands with our company working on your home improvement project. If you are looking for a contractor that follows business practices such as promptly returning phone calls, arriving on time for appointments and following through on promises then call our reputable company today We will be the one and only contractor you'll ever need. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

"We COULD NOT be any happier with Gordie than we are. He completed the kitchen remodel on schedule to the DAY and in half the time as our other quotes. He kept us informed, was meticulous in his cleanup, went above and beyond to configure our kitchen to match our requests, which meant redesigning drawers and a bread board. Our satisfaction was an obvious goal from the start. We CANNOT recommend him highly enough â ¦ Gordie is a GEM! We LOVE our new kitchen!"

Bruce D on February 2024

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Construction Plus, LLC

5.00(
7
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Construction Plus, LLC

5.00(
7
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
39 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

Construction Plus, LLC has been specializing in custom remodeling for over 30 years. We provide quality and reliable services for a reasonable price. See our Home advisor website.

"always kept me informed. very neat and work was done on time as promised."

Paula K on April 2019

Construction Plus, LLC has been specializing in custom remodeling for over 30 years. We provide quality and reliable services for a reasonable price. See our Home advisor website.

"always kept me informed. very neat and work was done on time as promised."

Paula K on April 2019

Hofbauer Hands

5.00(
2
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Hofbauer Hands

5.00(
2
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•Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Loons Edge Remodeling was wonderful to work with. Aaron and Anna were very professional, as were the subcontractors. They were efficient, considerate of me living in my home during the project, on time and provided high grade products. Heat to my sunroom was my primary focus and that was accomplished well. Painting, new kitchen countertops and new flooring through out my home were all finished in a timely manner. He was attentive to many small details. Working with LoonsEdge Contractor, Aaron, was great to have the products and work completed without me finding the vendors. The process was stress free and done exceptionally well. "

Pam M on December 2025

I pride myself on my professionalism, as well as my ability to complete every job to the homeowner's total satisfaction. I never leave a job unfinished, or a homeowner not 100% satisfied with my level of service - Call today!

"Loons Edge Remodeling was wonderful to work with. Aaron and Anna were very professional, as were the subcontractors. They were efficient, considerate of me living in my home during the project, on time and provided high grade products. Heat to my sunroom was my primary focus and that was accomplished well. Painting, new kitchen countertops and new flooring through out my home were all finished in a timely manner. He was attentive to many small details. Working with LoonsEdge Contractor, Aaron, was great to have the products and work completed without me finding the vendors. The process was stress free and done exceptionally well. "

Pam M on December 2025

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fiNest Home Services

4.72(
16
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fiNest Home Services

4.72(
16
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
Customers say: True professional
45 local quotes requested
2 years of experience

Our mission at fiNest Home Services is to empower individuals to maintain their independence at home by offering one-time and recurring general home maintenance services, handyman and special projects, and personalized home modifications, to make homes Livable for a Lifetime. We are a Minnesota licensed and insured company and Certified Aging In Place Specialists. Our founders have dedicated their careers to services for seniors and understand the need to provide home maintenance and modifications to support home ownership and independence as long as possible.

"We had a great experience with FiNest. They responded quickly to our request for a quote. We liked their online process and documentation of the work to be done. Their pricing was very reasonable. Dan was great to work with and did an excellent job on the repairs. We would highly recommend FiNest for anyone needing handyman services."

Tom D on January 2026

Our mission at fiNest Home Services is to empower individuals to maintain their independence at home by offering one-time and recurring general home maintenance services, handyman and special projects, and personalized home modifications, to make homes Livable for a Lifetime. We are a Minnesota licensed and insured company and Certified Aging In Place Specialists. Our founders have dedicated their careers to services for seniors and understand the need to provide home maintenance and modifications to support home ownership and independence as long as possible.

"We had a great experience with FiNest. They responded quickly to our request for a quote. We liked their online process and documentation of the work to be done. Their pricing was very reasonable. Dan was great to work with and did an excellent job on the repairs. We would highly recommend FiNest for anyone needing handyman services."

Tom D on January 2026

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Craftmasters Remodeling, Inc.

4.60(
112
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Craftmasters Remodeling, Inc.

4.60(
112
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 95% of Angi customers
Recommended by 95% of HomeAdvisor customers
126 local quotes requested

Craftmasters Remodeling is a team of professionals dedicated to enhancing the investment of home owners. With decades of experience, we cater to the type of homeowner who values quality workmanship. A Veteran owned and operated company with a high level of attention to detail on each project.

"Great design and very easy to work with"

Troy S on January 2024

Craftmasters Remodeling is a team of professionals dedicated to enhancing the investment of home owners. With decades of experience, we cater to the type of homeowner who values quality workmanship. A Veteran owned and operated company with a high level of attention to detail on each project.

"Great design and very easy to work with"

Troy S on January 2024

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Sunny Decks LLC

5.00(
5
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Sunny Decks LLC

5.00(
5
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•Approved Pro
4 years of experience
Free onsite estimate

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did an amazing job. Start to finish in 4 days. Showed up early every morning with a progress report and plan for the day. I will definitely hire them again for any future remodeling needs. "

Miles W on November 2025

We pride our company on reliability, great communication, integrity, and quality work. We are experts in our trade and will do our best to keep you as educated as we can on your particular task or project. We look forward to earning your business!

"They did an amazing job. Start to finish in 4 days. Showed up early every morning with a progress report and plan for the day. I will definitely hire them again for any future remodeling needs. "

Miles W on November 2025

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BRZ Construction, Inc.

4.67(
15
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BRZ Construction, Inc.

4.67(
15
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quick response
Recommended by 93% of Angi customers
Recommended by 93% of HomeAdvisor customers
26 local quotes requested

BRZ Construction, Inc. is a small family owned and operated company dedicated to bringing each one of our clients a professional and personalized experience. Owner, Brett Zollinger, has worked in the construction industry for over 17 years with experience ranging from small residential projects to larger scale commercial projects. Our general contractor and subcontractor team has the experience and professional expertise that makes us a premier choice. Remodeling is an investment and we are committed to providing quality service and superior craftsmanship so our clients can enjoy their space the way they envisioned.

"Hire this company if you want top notch and quality construction. Very willing to do what is asked and came in very reasonably priced, among 3 other quotes."

Sheila M on August 2022

BRZ Construction, Inc. is a small family owned and operated company dedicated to bringing each one of our clients a professional and personalized experience. Owner, Brett Zollinger, has worked in the construction industry for over 17 years with experience ranging from small residential projects to larger scale commercial projects. Our general contractor and subcontractor team has the experience and professional expertise that makes us a premier choice. Remodeling is an investment and we are committed to providing quality service and superior craftsmanship so our clients can enjoy their space the way they envisioned.

"Hire this company if you want top notch and quality construction. Very willing to do what is asked and came in very reasonably priced, among 3 other quotes."

Sheila M on August 2022

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Excalibur Builders LLC

4.89(
19
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Excalibur Builders LLC

4.89(
19
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 100% of Angi customers
Recommended by 100% of HomeAdvisor customers
33 local quotes requested

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

"Mitch is excellent to work with. The weather did not cooperate for my patio project, but Mitch and crew were able to complete the work by date promised. Great attention to detail. End result was exactly what I wanted. I definitely recommend Voyager Concrete and would hire them again."

Bonnie W on August 2024

We invite you to experience a tradition of customer satisfaction that will exceed your greatest expectations. Our professionalism and quality workmanship will accurately reflect your taste and lifestyle. From conception to completion, we work with you until the job is done. We are ethical, honest, and easy to communicate with. Call us today you'll be pleased you did. Thank you!

"Mitch is excellent to work with. The weather did not cooperate for my patio project, but Mitch and crew were able to complete the work by date promised. Great attention to detail. End result was exactly what I wanted. I definitely recommend Voyager Concrete and would hire them again."

Bonnie W on August 2024

Avatar for Stonehearth Remodeling

Stonehearth Remodeling

5.00(
15
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•Approved Pro

Stonehearth Remodeling

5.00(
15
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•Approved Pro
Super Service Award
46 local quotes requested
27 years of experience

Quality, durability, security, comfort, and Warmth! These words may evoke the image of a hearth in your cabin or favorite ski lodge. They are also the principles behind every Stonehearth Remodeling, LLC. Since 1999, Stonehearth Remodeling, LLC has delighted customers with stress-free project management and exceptional results. We carefully manage our workload to ensure your project gets the attention to detail and quality of service it deserves. Our high level of customer service creates clients overjoyed with their homes' transformations from mere living spaces to exceptional living environments. Stonehearth Remodeling, LLC is an award-winning remodeling company serving Minnesota. We provide quality design and construction with attention to every detail. We are proud to be recognized by our peers in the construction industry with awards such as the 2010 Remodeler of Merit Award from the Builders Association of the Twin Cities.

"I wanted to add a sunroom and deck to the back of my house. Stonehearth really listen to what I wanted to do and made suggestions on how to make my project even better. I liked their transparent pricing. It helped me see what things cost. The project management team was great to work with. They kept me informed about what was going on and when problems came up, they came to me with solutions. I would definitely hire them again. "

Mike O on August 2025

Quality, durability, security, comfort, and Warmth! These words may evoke the image of a hearth in your cabin or favorite ski lodge. They are also the principles behind every Stonehearth Remodeling, LLC. Since 1999, Stonehearth Remodeling, LLC has delighted customers with stress-free project management and exceptional results. We carefully manage our workload to ensure your project gets the attention to detail and quality of service it deserves. Our high level of customer service creates clients overjoyed with their homes' transformations from mere living spaces to exceptional living environments. Stonehearth Remodeling, LLC is an award-winning remodeling company serving Minnesota. We provide quality design and construction with attention to every detail. We are proud to be recognized by our peers in the construction industry with awards such as the 2010 Remodeler of Merit Award from the Builders Association of the Twin Cities.

"I wanted to add a sunroom and deck to the back of my house. Stonehearth really listen to what I wanted to do and made suggestions on how to make my project even better. I liked their transparent pricing. It helped me see what things cost. The project management team was great to work with. They kept me informed about what was going on and when problems came up, they came to me with solutions. I would definitely hire them again. "

Mike O on August 2025

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Spartan, Inc.

4.67(
101
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Spartan, Inc.

4.67(
101
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•Approved Pro
Customers say: Quality work
Recommended by 92% of Angi customers
Recommended by 92% of HomeAdvisor customers
21 local quotes requested

We are a Licensed General Contractor specializing in home remodeling. We build additions, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and exterior projects like garages and decks. We do most of our work with our own employees. Thank you.

"Thank you to Mike for all your helpful correspondence and Jake for installing some beautiful new flooring in my kids bathroom! Very professional with a feeling of neighborly hospitality."

Angela D on December 2025

We are a Licensed General Contractor specializing in home remodeling. We build additions, kitchens, bathrooms, basements, and exterior projects like garages and decks. We do most of our work with our own employees. Thank you.

"Thank you to Mike for all your helpful correspondence and Jake for installing some beautiful new flooring in my kids bathroom! Very professional with a feeling of neighborly hospitality."

Angela D on December 2025

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FAQs for kitchen remodel projects in Forest Lake, MN

Your galley kitchen needs adequate clearance around any island installation to maintain functionality. Most galley kitchens lack sufficient width for traditional islands, as these layouts prioritize efficiency in smaller spaces. 

If your kitchen has an unusual width, consult with a kitchen designer who can evaluate your specific dimensions and recommend appropriate solutions. For narrower spaces, consider alternatives like rolling carts or narrow work tables that provide additional surface area without permanently restricting movement.

Kitchen remodels require six to 10 weeks for completion, though timelines vary based on project scope and material availability. Simple updates like cabinet refinishing and countertop replacement might finish within a few weeks, while comprehensive renovations involving structural changes often extend beyond two months. 

Planning stages add approximately four weeks before construction begins. Maintaining clear communication with your contractor and ordering materials early helps prevent unnecessary delays.

Common errors include insufficient clearance between opposing countertops, inadequate lighting that creates shadowy work areas, and poor storage planning that leaves countertops cluttered. Some homeowners select oversized appliances that overwhelm the space or invest in expensive features that don't address fundamental workflow issues. 

Careful planning, accurate measurements, and consultation with experienced professionals help avoid these pitfalls and ensure your renovation successfully addresses your kitchen's specific challenges.

Whether expansion makes sense depends on your home's layout, your budget, and your long-term plans. Combining a galley kitchen with neighboring spaces creates more open, flexible layouts that many buyers prefer. However, removing walls involves substantial costs, particularly if they contain plumbing, electrical systems, or structural elements. 

Sometimes, optimizing your existing galley layout through better storage solutions and lighting proves more cost-effective than expansion. Consult with a contractor to evaluate specific costs for your situation.

Effective galley kitchen lighting combines multiple sources to eliminate shadows and create visual spaciousness. Overhead fixtures provide general illumination, while under-cabinet lighting illuminates work surfaces directly. Consider recessed ceiling fixtures that don't protrude into limited headspace. 

Lighting with dimming capabilities allows adjustment for different activities. Reflective surfaces like glass tile backsplashes or glossy cabinet finishes help bounce light throughout the space, reducing the corridor effect common in galley layouts.

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