- Kitchen RemodelingThe craftsmanship of your crews is superb. Their attention to detail is astounding. It’s the smallest details such as the trim under the treads of the stairs or the 45-degree miter on the deck posts that make a job look polished rather than just finished. The coffered ceiling in the kitchen, the beams in the great room and office, and all of the cabinetry work is absolutely beautiful. We get compliments each time someone comes to the house. We also appreciate the little things like Dan hanging the basketball hoop and placing a stop behind the refrigerator so it doesn’t go back too far.
- Bathroom RemodelingFrom your first touch with our design team, who are proudly accredited by the National Kitchen & Bath Association (NKBA), to final construction – we’re confident you’ll end each project with Bruckelmyer Brothers proud of your choice of partners. We start by listening and finish projects with stain or paint selected to suit your preferred colors and/or style. When the options are limitless, as they are with woodworking and cabinetry, selecting a trusted partner means the difference between a decent home and a dream home.
- FlooringA small project like a bathroom, kitchen, or deck update would be somewhere around 4 months from start to finish. Again, half of that time would be spent on design and planning. Updates in a bath or kitchen might include new flooring, updated plumbing, electrical fixtures, updated hardware, and painting. A deck would involve the demolition of an existing deck, framing of a new deck, adding new deck boards, and new railings.
- Door Installation/ReplacementThere are several types of permits for specific projects. Again, the type of permit required depends on the jurisdiction you fall under. Some of the common permits in Duluth include House Permit, Addition Permit, Detached Building Permit, Interior Remodel Permit, Window Replacement Permit, Door Replacement Permit, Siding Permit, Fence Permit, etc.
- Drywalls
- FramingThe prices of building materials have been on a roller coaster over the past year. We have seen softwood lumber otherwise known as framing lumber more than triple in price last May. In recent times, the price of wood has come back down, but unfortunately last month, (November) we are seeing prices of lumber slightly increase yet again due to labor shortages and supply cuts. Other building materials like concrete, steel, copper, and aluminum have been affected since the lockdowns. As a custom home building company, this is something that we need to pay attention to as it affects our day-to-day operations. To learn more about building material price trends read on.
- Tile Installation
- FireplacesJust because you only have a fire going sometimes doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t get to enjoy the warmth and beauty of your mantel any time. We will create your custom fireplace mantel using nearly any type of wood to get the look you want. And our expert team will fully customize your mantel to your exact specifications and style. We can even add hand-carved elements and features.
- Staircases
- Garage Remodeling
- Cabinet Installation
- Room Additions
- New ConstructionIn today’s world, the permitting process for new construction or any other kind of home improvement project can be time-consuming and confusing especially if you have not dealt with it before. The main purpose of pulling a permit is to ensure that your project is safe and that everything is up to code upon completion. Depending on the type of project you are pursuing, and the location of your project, you will more than likely need to pull a permit(s). As a general contractor, we manage the entire permit process for our clients.
- Demolition
- LandscapingFor example, if your home’s conditioned or livable space is 2,500 sq ft and the cost to construct just the house is $800,000, that comes out to $320 a sq. ft. If we add the project’s total cost, we will see what it does to the square foot price. Let us assume there is a driveway, well, septic, sidewalks, a patio, deck, and some landscaping. Now the total cost of the project is $950,000. That same house is closer to $400 a square foot.
- Driveways
- ExcavationUsing the latest technology in CAD (computer-aided design) we will provide as much detail in drawings and building plans as you desire. This allows you to visualize in 3-D live color your home’s design details and make informed decisions, long before the excavation begins. Our expert design professionals are here to listen to your ideas, share our ideas, and collaborate to create your one of a kind home.
- Window Installation/ReplacementPrefabricated walls are becoming more and more common. They are built in a climate-controlled, automated production facility. These facilities use cutting-edge technology so every rough opening for your windows and doors are square and plumb. This method has drastically reduced the amount of time and labor spent on the job site. It only took our crew 8 hours to set every wall in this house. Check it out!
- DecksThe design and construction of custom decks is something we take great pride in at Bruckelmyer Brothers. With the short summer season in northern Minnesota and Wisconsin – it’s critical that any deck project we undertake is efficient, cost-effective, and crafted to suit your needs and available space. When you choose to partner with Bruckelmyer Brothers, we take care of everything – design, budget, coordination, permitting, and construction – and ensure it exceeds your high standards.
- Patios
- GuttersAluminum prices are up 70% from the pre-pandemic amounts. National Association of Home Builders CEO Jerry Howard, said: “Aluminum is integral to residential construction and used to make everything from siding and gutters to insulation, nails, and HVAC equipment.” All building material that is made with aluminum have also increased. “
- Garage Door Repair/ReplacementWell, it depends, it is hit or miss on any given product. Some products that consistently have longer lead times are garage doors which on average are 8-10 weeks out, plus 3-4 weeks for the springs. Windows are another one, they are a minimum of 12 weeks out, Marvin Windows is around 20 weeks out. Treks decking might have some or none just depending on the item at the time.
- Siding
- PorchesBe sure you know how contractors figure out sq. ft. price before you get in too deep. In some states, like Florida and Arizona, it is common for covered porches to be figured into the house’s total square footage. Consequently, making the cost per square foot appear lower than it is. Understanding how the price is calculated will help you be more prepared when coming up with a realistic budget.
- Residential Roof RepairMost people spend more time thinking about their home maintenance than doing anything about it. If you are like most people, you work all day, and when you get home, the last thing you want to do is get up on a ladder, make roof repairs, or maintain and service the furnace.
- Residential Roof Replacement/Installation
- Painting
- InsulationAs I said earlier, Duluth is known for its cold temperatures. On average Duluth is colder than the Twins Cities, we get more snow and have a deeper frost line. In return, we typically spend more on insulation because of the frost line. This is something we focus on because frost can be extremely detrimental to a home’s foundation, we have seen this occur and do everything to prevent it from happening.
- Masonry