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New Brighton Homeowners Deserve a Contractor Who Picks Up the PhonePowerbuilt Construction

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New Brighton Homeowners Deserve a Contractor Who Picks Up the Phone

Licensed general contractor serving New Brighton with full-scope residential and commercial construction.

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New Brighton's General Contractor for Real Projects

If you're searching for a contractor in New Brighton, MN, the first thing you should know is whether they're actually licensed to pull permits and run a full project from start to finish. Powerbuilt Construction, MN License #BC533891, is a licensed general contractor handling residential construction, additions, remodels, and commercial work across the New Brighton area. Bob Powers runs the operation directly, which means you're talking to the decision-maker from the first call, not a scheduler or a sales rep. Call Bob at (763) 331-2247 to get started.

New Brighton sits close enough to the metro that homeowners expect metro-level work, but it's also the kind of community where you'd notice fast if a contractor cut corners. Powerbuilt serves the New Brighton area and the broader North Metro, including neighbors like Fridley and Columbia Heights. With 4.9 stars across 27 Google reviews and a license number you can verify with the state of Minnesota, there's no guesswork involved in vetting this one.

What Powerbuilt Builds in New Brighton

From new home construction to structural repairs, the scope here is broader than most local remodelers can match.

01

Custom Home Building

Ground-up new construction for New Brighton and the surrounding North Metro. Bob manages the project from permit to walkthrough, so nothing falls through the cracks between trades.

02

Home Additions

Adding square footage to an existing New Brighton home is a different animal than new construction. Structural tie-ins, permit coordination, and matching existing materials all have to be done right the first time.

03

Kitchen Remodeling

Full kitchen remodels including layout changes, structural wall work, and finish installation. Not just cabinet swaps. If the project needs a permit, Powerbuilt pulls it.

04

Basement Finishing

Most New Brighton homes have unfinished basements worth developing. Framing, egress, insulation, and finish work handled under a single licensed contractor.

05

Bathroom Remodeling

Master baths, full baths, basement baths. Reviewers specifically call out bathroom work in their feedback, which means it's something Powerbuilt does regularly and does well.

06

Commercial Construction

Licensed for both residential and commercial work. If you need a commercial project managed in the New Brighton area, Powerbuilt can run it.

Why It Matters

Licensed GC vs. Unlicensed Operator in New Brighton

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New Brighton has no shortage of people willing to swing a hammer for cash. That's not the same thing as a licensed general contractor. MN License #BC533891 means Powerbuilt Construction is bonded by the state, permitted to pull building permits in New Brighton, and accountable to the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry if something goes wrong. An unlicensed operator can't pull permits, which means your project is unpermitted, and an unpermitted addition or remodel becomes your problem when you try to sell the house. Permit-pulled construction isn't red tape. It's the paper trail that protects you. Powerbuilt pulls permits on work that requires them. That's not negotiable, and honestly, any contractor who tells you a permit isn't needed for structural work is either wrong or lying.

Our Process

How a Project Works With Powerbuilt

Three steps, no mystery. Most construction projects stall because homeowners don't know what to expect next. Here's the short version.

  1. 01

    Call Bob Directly

    You reach the owner, not a call center. Bob reviews your project, asks the right questions, and sets up a site visit. No gatekeepers.

  2. 02

    Scope and Estimate

    After seeing the site, Powerbuilt puts together an accurate estimate based on the actual scope. No lowball number to win the bid, no surprises after demo starts.

  3. 03

    Licensed Build, Permits Pulled

    Work begins under MN License #BC533891. Permits are filed where required. The project runs on schedule with Bob accountable from start to final inspection.

What Sets Powerbuilt Apart From Other New Brighton Contractors

  1. 01

    Owner Runs the Job

    Bob Powers doesn't hand your project off to a subcontractor crew and check in once a week. He's on the work. That's a different level of accountability than a large GC who won the bid and delegated everything.

  2. 02

    Residential and Commercial Licensed

    Most small remodelers in the North Metro are residential-only. Powerbuilt holds licensing for both residential and commercial construction, which signals the kind of capacity and experience that transfers to every project regardless of scope.

  3. 03

    Verified License You Can Look Up

    MN License #BC533891 is a public record. Go to the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry's contractor lookup and verify it yourself before you call. Powerbuilt isn't asking you to take their word for anything.

Real Reviews

What Clients Say After the Job Is Done actually check

4.927 verified Google reviews
We are very impressed with Bob’s craftsmanship. We are down sizing and he has fixed multiple projects inside and outside to get ready to sell. I also had projects at the new house that he took care of. Definitely would recommend Bob.
Brenda BertramBrenda BertramAug 2026 · Google
Very good love my new bathroom. Greatly appreciate his ideas input really made my bathroom Come together. Thank you
Cheryl BonanderCheryl BonanderAug 2026 · Google
Bob has completed several projects for my clients on time, within price quoted and most of all with excellent results. I refer him to all clients needing work to make their property market ready. Bill Fix 30+ years with RE/MAX Results.
William FixWilliam FixAug 2026 · Google
Quality craftsmanship easy to work with and understand what the job is you want done. Great pricing i would highly recommend for the next job you want done.
Javier CarrascoJavier CarrascoAug 2026 · Google
Great customer service and gave me a very reasonable price
dylandylanAug 2026 · Google
Amazing quality communication and attention to details
Bob PowersBob PowersAug 2026 · Google
Experienced, prompt, dependable, accommodated homeowners requests!
JeanneJeanneAug 2026 · Google
The work was finished when he said it would be. Friendly and professional
Susan GroessSusan GroessAug 2026 · Google
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Cities Near New Brighton We Also Serve

Powerbuilt Construction works across the North Metro Twin Cities. New Brighton is a core part of that service area, and the surrounding communities are a short drive in any direction.

Contractor Questions from New Brighton Homeowners

Do you pull building permits for projects in New Brighton?
Yes, and this isn't optional. New Brighton issues its own building permits, and permitted work is required for structural changes, additions, electrical rough-ins coordinated through a GC, and new construction. Powerbuilt pulls permits on every project that requires one. If a contractor tells you your New Brighton remodel doesn't need a permit and you're not sure, get a second opinion from the city before work starts. An unpermitted project can block a home sale or require expensive after-the-fact inspections.
Can Powerbuilt Construction handle a full home addition in New Brighton?
Yes. Home additions in New Brighton typically involve tying into an existing foundation or framing, which requires structural knowledge and a permit. Powerbuilt is a licensed general contractor, MN #BC533891, and handles additions from design coordination through final inspection. Many New Brighton homeowners expand rather than move, especially on established lots near the Silver Lake and Long Lake areas. An addition built under proper permits adds verified square footage to your home's appraisal value.
What's the difference between hiring Powerbuilt and calling a handyman for my New Brighton project?
A handyman operates under a different license threshold in Minnesota. Powerbuilt holds a General Contractor license, #BC533891, which authorizes full project management, permit-pulling, and structural work. For anything beyond minor repairs in New Brighton, a GC is the correct call. You also get direct owner accountability: Bob Powers manages the project, not a rotating crew of subcontractors. If something isn't right, you call the person who built it.
How soon can Powerbuilt start a project in New Brighton?
Timeline depends on current project load and the scope of your work. Permits in Ramsey County have their own processing timeline, which Powerbuilt accounts for in scheduling. The best way to get an accurate start date for your New Brighton project is to call Bob directly at (763) 331-2247. He can give you a straight answer based on what's actually on the schedule, not a vague estimate designed to close the call.
Does Powerbuilt do commercial work in New Brighton, or only residential?
Both. Powerbuilt holds licensing that covers residential and commercial construction. New Brighton has a mix of residential neighborhoods and light commercial corridors, and Powerbuilt can handle commercial remodeling and construction in the area. If you have a commercial space near the New Brighton business district or need tenant improvement work done, it's worth a call to see if it fits the scope Powerbuilt takes on.
Will the same contractor who estimates my New Brighton project actually do the work?
Bob Powers estimates the project and runs the project. Powerbuilt doesn't operate as a broker that wins bids and subcontracts everything out. For New Brighton homeowners who've had bad experiences with contractors who disappeared after the contract was signed, that's a meaningful difference. Bob's direct line is (763) 331-2247 and it stays the number throughout the project.

Ready to Start Your New Brighton Project?

Call Bob directly or submit a project inquiry. Every job gets a real estimate, not a ballpark designed to get you to sign.

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