1 vetted design-build firm serving Orono · how we vet & rank
Additions add true square footage — primary suites, family rooms, mudrooms, or a second story. They are structurally the most involved remodel category, requiring foundation work, framing into the existing structure, and careful matching of exteriors.
A four-generation Minnetonka design-build firm with 70+ years of history, Boyer Building runs full-time carpentry crews and a licensed architect for custom homes and remodels across the west metro.
Additions in the Twin Cities typically run $300–$500+ per square foot all-in, with second-story additions and complex tie-ins at the high end.
Additions in the Twin Cities typically run $300–$500+ per square foot all-in, with second-story additions and complex tie-ins at the high end. Final cost depends on scope, materials, and the age of the home — get line-item bids from two or three of the contractors below.
We currently list 1 design-build remodeler handling home additions in Orono. All are being verified against Minnesota's contractor licensing records as we expand the directory.
Almost always, yes. Any project touching plumbing, electrical, structure, or egress requires permits and inspections in Orono. A legitimate contractor pulls the permits themselves — treat any suggestion to skip permitting as a red flag.
Additions typically run 3–6 months of construction depending on size and season — foundation work in a Minnesota winter needs experienced scheduling.
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