General Contractor in Minneapolis, MN
One contract, one project manager, every trade coordinated.
Licensed general contractor for Minneapolis homeowners. Kitchens, baths, basements, and whole-house remodels under one contract. Minneapolis housing stock skews older — many homes were built between 1900 and 1940, which means knob-and-tube wiring, galvanized supply lines, and plaster walls are common surprises during a remodel. Plan for a 10–15% contingency for any pre-1950 home.
Licensed general contractor services for Twin Cities homeowners. We pull permits, schedule trades, manage budgets, and handle inspections under a single fixed-price contract. Kitchens, baths, basements, additions, and whole-house remodels.
What's Included in a Minneapolis General Contractor
- ✓Licensed Minnesota general contractor (MN-BC# on file)
- ✓Permit pulling and city inspections under one contract
- ✓Trade coordination: plumbing, electrical, HVAC, framing, drywall, tile, paint
- ✓Fixed-price quotes (no time-and-materials surprises)
- ✓Single point of contact through entire project
- ✓Daily on-site project manager
- ✓Insurance coverage: general liability and workers comp
- ✓Lien waivers and final close-out paperwork
Minneapolis General Contractor Cost Ranges (2026)
Real pricing tiers based on actual Minneapolis-area projects. Minneapolis's median home value of $345,000 supports the mid-range tier most commonly.
Our Process
- 1Discovery callWe walk the project, talk through scope, and set expectations on budget and timeline.
- 2Scope of work + quoteDetailed written scope, line-item budget, and fixed-price quote within 5-10 business days.
- 3Contract + permitsSigned contract, permits pulled, trades scheduled, material orders placed.
- 4ConstructionDaily on-site PM, weekly status meetings, end-of-week clean-up and progress photos.
- 5Final inspections + close-outPunch list, final inspections, warranty paperwork, care instructions.
About Remodeling in Minneapolis
Neighborhoods we serve in Minneapolis
Kenwood, Linden Hills, Lowry Hill, Northeast, Uptown, Longfellow, Tangletown, Bryn Mawr, Loring Park, Marcy-Holmes, Prospect Park, Whittier — covering ZIP codes 55401, 55403, 55404, 55405, 55406, 55407, 55408, 55409….
Typical Minneapolis homes
1920s bungalows, Tudor revivals, four-squares, mid-century ramblers, Victorian Queen Annes, modern infill new builds.
Minneapolis permit notes
Minneapolis requires a remodeling permit for any kitchen or bathroom work involving plumbing, electrical, structural changes, or any work over $1,000. Permits are pulled through the City of Minneapolis Development Review (CPED). Minneapolis permit office →
Minneapolis General Contractor FAQs
What does a general contractor actually do?+
A licensed general contractor coordinates everything on a construction project under one contract: pulling permits, hiring and scheduling trades, ordering materials, managing budget and timeline, handling inspections, and warrantying the finished work. You get one phone number and one fixed-price quote instead of juggling separate plumbers, electricians, and carpenters.
Do I need a general contractor for a kitchen or bath remodel?+
For most kitchen and bath remodels in the Minneapolis, yes. If the project involves plumbing relocation, electrical work, permits, or more than one trade, a licensed GC keeps the project on schedule and on budget. Smaller cosmetic projects (paint, hardware swaps) can be DIY or single-trade.
What is the markup on a general contractor?+
Most reputable Minneapolis general contractors run a 15-25% overhead and profit margin on top of direct cost (labor, materials, sub trades). That covers project management, insurance, warranty, and permits. Lower than that usually means corners are being cut somewhere.
How is a general contractor different from a handyman?+
A licensed general contractor carries a state license, general liability and workers comp insurance, can pull permits, and is legally responsible for the work of every sub trade on the project. A handyman is suitable for small repairs but cannot pull permits in Minneapolis or Saint Paul for plumbing, electrical, or structural work.
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