Highly recommend this contactor and his team! They arrived on time each day of our project, worked…read morequickly and efficiently, and were always respectful in their interactions with us. Would definitely hire them again for future work on our home.

Drew and his crew are absolutely fantastic. He treated our problem as a puzzle to be solved not a…read moresale to be made. He came out personally and walked me through the process to address our flooded basement. He had his crew out to fix the main problem in under 24 hours, and was able to make sure the problem won't reoccur in less than a week. Something nobody else was able or willing to do. I don't think I could ask for better service.

We are very happy with the work they did for us, We asked if they would move the furniture out and…read moreback in since we are no longer able to do that, They did the work, replacing carpet with hard service, and painting. and then replaced everything just as it was. We love it.

After working with Plekkenpol for over five years and spending hundreds of thousands of dollars on…read moreat least three different projects, this is not a review we expected to write. We have referred them to family and friends--three of those referrals have resulted in projects--and until recently, trusted them without hesitation. Historically, price transparency was something they were willing to provide. Unfortunately, something has changed. Most recently, we were quoted $30-35K for a relatively straightforward mudroom remodel and back door installation. When the formal bid came in at a single lump sum number over $40K with some modest scope additions, we asked for additional transparency into that singular number to understand how much each part of the project was costing so we could determine where adjustments could be made. We were told that a further breakdown of the lump sum would not be provided. Over the next two weeks, we removed multiple significant items from the project scope, yet the total price barely changed in response. We asked repeatedly for greater transparency to understand what was still comprising the lump sum price we were being quoted and never received it. At a certain point, the math just did not add up, and it became increasingly difficult to reconcile the number we were being quoted by Plekkenpol with the project scope. When we expressed frustration with the lack of clarity, the response was dismissive and unhelpful. We were told that regardless of project size--even on significantly larger projects--additional price transparency would not be shared and that we should trust them that we are getting the best price. To be clear, this was not about the money--it was about transparency and partnership. We simply wanted to know what we were being charged for. Because Plekkenpol would not tell us how they arrived at their lump sum price, we ultimately chose to end our long-standing relationship and move on. We recently recommended to another family that they consider Plekkenpol, but after this experience, feel obligated to advise them not to proceed due to Plekkenpol's unwillingness to provide transparency in pricing.

I had been thinking of a deck rebuild for a couple of years. Our cedar deck was showing its age,…read moreand I was concerned about structural integrity so I started talking to contractors in late November as I wanted to get it done in time for spring. My first question was about ownership-I wanted to AVOID the all too common Venture-backed firm, preferring to use someone local. I talked to 3 companies that came up in my google search and frankly didn't expect the winner to be these guys (don't like the dumb name). one dropped out after a site visit and another ghosted me never providing a follow up. To be fair this was going on in late December. In contrast, Chad from Ugly Deck came out the next day to discuss the project and provided a very detailed quote for the work. Before we finalized things we visited their show room in shakopee to look at styles, colors and features. Chad even called me the next day after major knee surgery to follow-up! Now that's commitment. We were planning on an April 1 start but because of the stretch of nice weather, they called asking to start in mid February. I learned that they have certain core (highly experienced) staff employed year round so I'd be getting their two best, Jason and Pat plus 2 more guys on the project. The demolition and reconstruction took around 8 days in total and the crew showed up promptly and began work every day at 7:30. I was really impressed with their skill, workmanship and attention to detail. All 4 guys kept things moving despite rain, sleet, snow and cold. I just can say enough about their abilities and work ethic. They also kept the work site picked up and gates closed to keep the dog in. While the cost for the all new composite deck with snazzy aluminum railings wasn't cheap, I'm really glad we opted to go with them. I'd definitely recommend them looking to have a deck built or redone. Can't wait for deck season.

Wow - absolutely incredible work. Completely satisfied. We had a relatively small project and I…read morebid this out with 4 companies. 1 wouldn't even engage, and 2 others came back with much higher estimates. I went with Ugly Deck as I noticed in reviews that quality was never in question. Anyway, these guys delivered. Exceeded expectations and did it sooner than I expected. Scott S was helpful and flexible with design and Jason and crew did an incredible job on site. Highly recommend! 1) Estimate and Design: A+ 2) Communication and Scheduling: A+ 3) Installation, professionalism and quality: A+ 4) Price: A (only A+ if free ;)

Mike at Vxtyra went above and beyond today making sure that everything was done correctly. I had…read morepurchased the stone that he was placing on the buttresses of my steps but he offered to pick it up for me. He even took out the tree root that I had not been able to take care of myself. Affordable prices too!

Being a home owner you learn when opportunities open up, you have to quickly jump. P & I learned…read morethat this summer. We realized the asphalt on one side of the house was slanting into our house. This meant water drained toward the house. We got an opportunity to get this fixed and extend our patio. P's dad told us about Andy and we are glad he did. He and his crew were professional and efficient. Now we have properly grated side of the house and a lovely outdoor oasis.

We needed to repair and replace a driveway approach, and we got three bids. Theirs was lowest, but…read moreI was wary that might mean poor work. Instead we got solid estimates on time, a solid estimate, and really professional service and a quality job delivered as promised. Happy to recommend their crew and their work.

Stay away! I hired renaissance Man Llc last yr. I hired him because he was a good salesman and I…read morebelieved everything he said. The problem was when the work started, he wanted to do whatever he wanted and ignore my wishes .He just talked and talked on the phone until he distracted me. I didn't live at the site, so when I asked for updates with photos he said I didn't trust him. That was my mistake to feel sorry for him. He needs to micromanaged!, or he will take advantage of the situation. After weeks of me realizing I made a big mistake hiring him, he called and created a situation which would cost a lot more and prolong the project. It turned out to be a Huge embellishment, and just a way to get more money out of me per other experts who inspected the problem. I stopped the project with him. Now the bill arrived and he claimed he was allowed to inflate the cost of materials. Then the labor time he quoted for the whole project was already used up and gone over as he claims, but the project wasn't near to being done. Plus even with the unfinished work I still owed $3k beyond his contract with me. Find another contractor.

Great work completed at a good pace for a fair price! Very happy with the results! After Mike's…read moreguys reinforced our basement stairs I now feel safe going down them without the fear they might collapse at any moment! I would heavily recommend!

Tim is great. He's done work a couple times for us once installing our electric car charger and…read moreanother fixing a kitchen issue. He's fair, he's honest, he's easy to communicate with and he's a really nice guy who charges reasonable prices. Couldn't recommend him more and a great option down here in Prior Lake that feels like supporting your neighbors and not some conglomerate. Book with your mind at ease.

Asked for a quote on hanging a ceiling fan and pool table light. It was way over priced. When I…read morenotified him that I would pass. He sent me a childish message back...quote "sweet, then get a handyman to install it illegally" what a big baby. Grow up TJM! Now calling me a dickhead! Hahaha

We had a 2-car garage put in the back alley at our Highland Park house, and we had a really good…read moreexperience with Sussel Garages. We met with them in the late summer of 2022, and were debating on whether not to have this done end of 2022 or first in the spring in 2023. We ended up going with spring of 2023, and were first on their priority list. While the project took longer than expected, and we had some set backs, we were still very happy with the communication. In full disclosure, we did have to have one side of the garage re-done due to some James Harding and a portion of the roof re-done (due to rushed contracting work), we still were really happy with the overall project. Would definitely recommend them again.

My friend had them build a garage in St Paul. She wanted me to look it over because she was having…read moreissues and was concerned about Sussel not doing the work properly. My first look inside I saw the concrete floor was not finished correctly. Know how the sidewalk or walkways you see everywhere outside? That's what they did inside. troweled crack control joints and the floor was not troweled flat at all. The lighting was done incorrectly and not according to plan. Not a single light was installed over the workbench but off to the other wall instead. the sheetrock wasn't hung in any timely matter at all. missing vapor barriers. She told me that they charged her $1500 for electric service connection which she later found out that $300 was what Excel charged Sussel. The subs Sussel uses must be getting shorted on pay for them to do such shoddy and incomplete work. Can't think of any other reason for them to not care about getting it done correctly. She said she has not been successful in getting them to fix anything and they sued her when she tried withholding the last payment. I really feel sorry for her getting taken by a company that really does shoddy work. I've read other reviews about Sussel and it really seems to be about which subs they use. My advice? Hire your own subs. Make sure everyone sticks to the blueprint.