Licensed Residential Builders and Remodelers Serving Minnesota

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Licensed Residential Builders and Remodelers Serving Minnesota

From custom homes to full remodels, Powerbuilt Construction handles every phase under one license.

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Minnesota Builders and Remodelers Who Do It Right

Searching for residential builders and remodelers in Minnesota means you're looking for someone who'll treat your home like it matters, not just another job on a clipboard. At Powerbuilt Construction, Bob Powers holds MN General Contractor License #BC533891 and runs every project himself, which means you're talking to the decision-maker from day one. Whether you're starting new home construction from the ground up or tackling a full interior overhaul, we build around your lifestyle, your family, and what actually works for your budget. Call Bob directly at (763) 331-2247 and let's figure out what your project really needs.

Residential construction covers a wide range, from kitchen remodeling and bathroom remodeling to home additions, finished basements, and custom builds. What drives cost is scope, existing conditions, material selections, and the complexity of any structural work involved. A straightforward kitchen refresh lands in a very different place than an addition that requires engineering and permits. We don't guess at those numbers. Every job is different, contact Powerbuilt Construction for an accurate estimate.

The Process

How We Take a Project from Plan to Finished

Starting with a real conversation about what you want, we work through a plan before anyone picks up a tool.

01
Design and Planning
Starting with the initial design, our job is to learn what's important to you and build an efficient, affordable plan around it. We don't push you toward a cookie-cutter floor plan. Your home should reflect how you actually live.
02
Construction and Communication
Once working plans are in place, we transform them into reality. You're invited to periodic walk-throughs during construction, and we're reachable when questions come up. We work closely with you every step of the way.
03
Completion and Follow-Through
Once construction is complete, we cheerfully attend to any warranty or service issues. A walk-through two years after completion ensures all is well. That follow-through isn't a bonus. It's how we've operated since 1995.

What Residential Work We Handle

One license covers a broad scope. Here's where Powerbuilt spends most of its time.

Custom Home Construction

Building from the ground up is where this business started. We wear all the hats on a new build, design input, permitting, scheduling, and on-site supervision through finish.

Kitchen Remodeling

Kitchens drive the most remodeling searches in any metro market, and for good reason. They're the room everyone lives in. We handle layout changes, structural modifications, and full material selections.

Bathroom Remodeling

From a master bath gut-and-rebuild to a basement bath addition, we've handled projects at every scale. Reviewers specifically call out bathroom work as a Powerbuilt strength.

Home Additions

Adding square footage to an established home takes more planning than most homeowners expect. We manage the structural tie-in, permits, and finish work so it feels like it was always there.

Decks and Accessory Buildings

A well-built deck or outbuilding adds real usable space. We pull permits and build to code, not just to look good for the first couple seasons.

Interior Structural Repairs

Load-bearing walls, beam replacements, and structural corrections aren't work for an unlicensed handyman. Our license covers interior structural repairs that most remodelers won't touch.

Why a Licensed General Contractor Matters Here

License #BC533891 isn't just a number on a header. It's what separates a full-scope GC from a handyman who figures it out as he goes.

Minnesota requires general contractors to carry a state license for residential work above a certain scope. That license means Bob Powers has met the state's requirements and carries accountability that an unlicensed operator simply doesn't have. It also means we pull permits, which protects you at resale. Across 27 Google reviews averaging 4.9 stars, the pattern you see is consistent: work finished on time, communication throughout, and results that hold up.

MN License #BC533891: Residential and commercial, verified with the state
Permits pulled on every applicable job: Protects your investment and your title at resale
4.9 stars across 27 Google reviews: Real projects, real homeowners, real names
Two-year post-completion walk-through: We come back to make sure everything held

Our Work

Projects Completed Across the North Metro

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What Homeowners Say About Working With Us 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 BertramAug 2026 · Google

Very good love my new bathroom. Greatly appreciate his ideas input really made my bathroom Come together. Thank you

Cheryl 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 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 CarrascoAug 2026 · Google

Great customer service and gave me a very reasonable price

dylanAug 2026 · Google

Amazing quality communication and attention to details

Bob PowersAug 2026 · Google

Experienced, prompt, dependable, accommodated homeowners requests!

JeanneAug 2026 · Google

The work was finished when he said it would be. Friendly and professional

Susan GroessAug 2026 · Google

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Serving the North Metro Twin Cities

Powerbuilt Construction handles residential projects throughout Anoka County and the broader North Metro. We don't subcontract out to whoever's available. The same crew that gave you an estimate is the crew that shows up.

Ready to Talk Through Your Project?

At Powerbuilt Construction, we build homes, not houses. Call Bob directly and let's start with a real conversation about what you're trying to accomplish.

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Frequently asked questions

What types of residential projects does Powerbuilt Construction handle?

We handle the full range of residential construction work under MN License #BC533891, custom home builds from the ground up, home additions, kitchen and bathroom remodeling, finished basements, deck construction, and interior structural repairs. If a project requires permits and a licensed general contractor, that's where we operate. We don't do roofing, HVAC, or electrical as standalone trades.

How is a licensed general contractor different from a regular remodeler?

A licensed GC in Minnesota has met state requirements to manage the full scope of a construction project, including pulling permits, coordinating trades, and carrying legal accountability for the work. An unlicensed remodeler working above the statutory threshold is operating outside the law. That matters most when you go to sell: work done without permits can complicate a title transfer or require expensive remediation.

What drives the cost of a residential remodeling project in Minnesota?

Scope is the biggest factor, a cosmetic refresh costs far less than a project involving structural changes, additions, or full gut work. After that, existing conditions matter: a house built in the 1970s may have surprises behind the walls that a new build doesn't. Material selections and finish level also swing the number significantly. Every job is different, contact Powerbuilt Construction for an accurate estimate.

Does Powerbuilt Construction pull permits for residential work?

Yes, on every job that requires one. Permits protect the homeowner at resale, confirm the work meets current building codes, and create a record that the project was inspected. Any contractor who tells you a permit isn't necessary for work that clearly requires one, a structural change, an addition, a new deck, is taking a risk you'll end up carrying.

What is the two-year walk-through that Powerbuilt offers after construction?

Once a project is complete, we cheerfully attend to any warranty or service issues that come up. Then, two years after completion, we schedule a walk-through to make sure everything has held the way it should. Settling, seasonal movement, and long-term material performance are real factors in MN construction. Checking back in two years isn't standard industry practice. We do it because it matters.

Can Powerbuilt Construction handle both a home addition and interior remodeling in the same project?

Yes, and it's often more efficient that way. Combining an addition with interior work, like reconfiguring adjacent rooms at the same time, reduces disruption and avoids reopening finished spaces later. Because we're a full-scope licensed contractor rather than a single-trade specialist, we can manage the whole project from design input through final punch list under one contract.