Kyle Hunt & Partners is an artisan home builder located in Deephaven near Lake Minnetonka, founded in 1990 by Kyle and Laurie Hunt and specializing in highly crafted, architecturally designed custom homes and renovations. The firm takes a collaborative approach to design, working with architects and interior designers in the field and hand-selecting the core team of craftspeople for each project. It also offers real estate services through Rooted, where Kyle Hunt and Madison Ludowese are licensed real estate agents.
Whole-Home Remodeling in Excelsior, MN
4 vetted design-build firms serving Excelsior · how we vet & rank
Whole-Home Remodeling in Excelsior
Whole-home remodels rework most or all of a house in one coordinated project — often the right call for great-bones homes in established neighborhoods where moving would mean giving up the location. Design-build firms shine here, managing design, phasing, and budget as one contract.
Top Whole-Home Remodel Contractors Serving Excelsior
Lake Country Builders is an Excelsior-based design/build remodeling firm established in 1976 by Pete and Sue Jacobson, now celebrating 50 years in business under second-generation owner and president Patrick Jacobson. Its work spans architectural design, new home construction, and home remodeling across Minnesota and Wisconsin, including second home and cabin projects through its Greater Minnesota and northwestern Wisconsin divisions.
Lecy Bros. Homes & Remodeling is a family company that has built custom homes in Minnesota for nearly four decades, working from its Minnetonka office on new homes, remodeling projects - additions, major renovations, and room remodels - and lake homes. The firm employs over 30 craftsmen and construction professionals and maintains an in-house architectural design team, interior design, and warranty services. Owners Mark Lecy, who coordinates all construction operations, and Roy Lecy, who handles home sales and finance, lead the company, which has been part of BATC since 1983.
TC Homes is a locally rooted custom home builder based in Dayton, Minnesota, founded in 2008 and serving homeowners throughout the Twin Cities metro with new construction and remodel projects. The company develops a detailed cost-plus contract after a thorough consultation, and clients work through a direct relationship with their builder, with the freedom to customize as much or as little as they choose.
Whole-Home Remodel Cost in Excelsior
Whole-home projects in the metro commonly range from $200,000 into seven figures for large historic renovations — scope drives everything.
Process & Timeline
- Design & scope. A design-build firm develops plans, selections, and a fixed scope before construction pricing. Expect several weeks of design for anything beyond a cosmetic refresh.
- Permits. Your contractor pulls city permits for plumbing, electrical, and structural work. This is non-negotiable in Excelsior.
- Construction. Timeline depends on scope; see the FAQ below for typical durations. Good firms give you a milestone schedule and a named project lead.
- Punch list & inspection. Final inspections close the permits; a written warranty (1 year workmanship is standard in MN) should back the work.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a whole-home remodel cost in Excelsior?
Whole-home projects in the metro commonly range from $200,000 into seven figures for large historic renovations — scope drives everything. Final cost depends on scope, materials, and the age of the home. Get line-item bids from two or three of the contractors below.
How many whole-home remodel contractors serve Excelsior?
We currently list 4 design-build remodelers handling whole-home remodeling in Excelsior. All are being verified against Minnesota's contractor licensing records as we expand the directory.
Do I need a permit for a whole-home remodel in Excelsior?
Almost always, yes. Any project touching plumbing, electrical, structure, or egress requires permits and inspections in Excelsior. A legitimate contractor pulls the permits themselves — treat any suggestion to skip permitting as a red flag.
How long does a whole-home remodel take?
Whole-home projects vary widely; phased renovations run 4–12+ months. Your design-build contract should include a construction schedule with milestones.
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