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New build recommendations in MN

Happywifehappylife | Posted in General Questions on
We have had success finding an architect on this website to help us design and maximize our space for a new build (thank you)!
Next, we are looking for company recommendations (in/near twin cities, Minnesota) based off the list of services below. We are looking for like-minded green build enthusiasts! You don’t have to answer for each service/tradesmen, but anything helps. We have Google researched different companies, but also want other peoples options and experiences from this website. Our hope is to find companies that focus on high-performance, energy efficiency that care about quality and have a passion for what they do. This will ultimately lead us creating the best team we can afford to make our new build our forever home for generations to come. 
 
Septic
Excavator
Well
 
Foundation
Builder
Electrician
Low-voltage
Plumber
HVAC
Landscape
Stonework
Roofing
Pest control
Insulation
Drywall
Gutters
Garage door
Fireplace
Tile work
Flooring
Fence
Deck
Cabinets
Solar/turbine
Geothermal
Water filtration
Renewable water management
Foundation waterproofing

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  1. bennyfr | | #1

    check out Mitchell Plumbing Heating And Cooling reviews , we had good experience with these guys

    1. Happywifehappylife | | #5

      Thank you so much, we will look into this!

    2. Happywifehappylife | | #9

      Thank you for your recommendation. We added them to the list of plumbs!

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    BILL WICHERS | | #2

    Your best bet here is to find a good GC (General Contactor), since most of what you're looking for will end up being subcontractors for the GC. Your architect is a good place to start when looking for a GC -- ask for referrals.

    Bill

    1. Happywifehappylife | | #6

      Thank you so much, we will look into this!

    2. Happywifehappylife | | #10

      It's hard to trust people nowadays. My husband was a general labor in the construction field, he saw a lot of poor quality materials and installment. Its sad to see companies care more about money versus quality. It's also hard to judge a company if you never been with them. This is why this website is very helpful!

  3. user-723121 | | #3

    You might start with the Minnesota Building Performance Association.

    https://www.mbpa.us/

    They will have a good idea of who is serious about building efficient housing.

    Doug

    1. Happywifehappylife | | #7

      Thank you so much, we will look into this!

    2. Happywifehappylife | | #11

      Thank you for the website! We are hoping to hear back from a building performance specialist.

  4. BirchwoodBill | | #4

    I am working on my PGH (finally) with Applewood Remodelers in White Bear Lake. Mark is very client focused and a good artisan. We have done two projects on a remodel and now working on a retirement house.

    https://www.applewoodremodelers.com/birchwood-renovation

    1. Happywifehappylife | | #8

      Thank you so much, we will look into this!

    2. Happywifehappylife | | #12

      Thank you for the link! We added them to our builder list.

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