Home Remodeling Contractor in Saint Paul
Saint Paul has a character most Twin Cities suburbs do not share — leaded glass in a Highland Park colonial, a carved newel post in a Summit Hill mansion, brick exteriors on Mac-Groveland Tudors. Most of the housing stock that gets remodeled here is eighty to a hundred years old, with knob-and-tube wiring, aging boilers, and — on Highland Park's bluff lots — walkout basement potential that flat-lot neighborhoods do not have.
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Our Services
The Standard Saint Paul Homeowners Expect
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Full kitchen remodels, primary suite bathrooms, basement finishes, attic conversions, home additions, and custom cabinetry — every project planned and built in-house from first visit through final punch. One fixed price, one project manager, and a design-build team that has worked across Saint Paul's neighborhoods since 1983.
Our experienced team is ready to satisfy your remodelling needs. We are professional in HVAC, Roofing, Siding and Window services. Contact us to get home improvement services now!
Summit Hill mansions and Highland Park colonials look straightforward until you start moving walls or matching brick. We have opened enough of these houses to know what is behind the walls before it comes down, and to price the restoration work accordingly.
Our experienced team is ready to satisfy your remodelling needs. We are professional in HVAC, Roofing, Siding and Window services. Contact us to get home improvement services now!
Why Choose Us
Built Right From Start
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Client Satisfaction
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Every project is shaped around your space, goals, and the way you actually live.
Tailored Approach
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Our Goal is simple: %100 client satisfaction on every project, every time
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Full estimates with itemized scope, allowances, and selection budgets up front.
Transparent Pricing
Assessed carefully. Priced honestly. Built without shortcuts.
See All StepsOur Process
Easy Steps Clear Plan
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Assessed carefully. Priced honestly. Built without shortcuts.
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A free in-home visit where we assess the space, the structure, and what the project actually requires. Saint Paul homes in designated historic districts often need Heritage Preservation Commission review — we factor that into the written scope before you commit to anything.
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Dedicated project manager, consistent crew, all permits pulled through the City of Saint Paul. The build moves on schedule because the planning was thorough — not because we are rushing to finish.
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Punch list walkthrough, full workmanship warranty, and a contractor who picks up the phone after the project closes. Repeat work and neighbor referrals are how we stay busy in Saint Paul — the finished product has to earn both.
Seamless Process
From planning to final details, every stage is coordinated for a smooth construction experience.
Built To Last
We focus on durable solutions, quality materials, and workmanship that stands the test of time.
Remodeling Tips
Smart Ideas For Home
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Practical guides on planning a remodel, budgeting realistically, choosing the right materials, and avoiding the mistakes that turn a good project into a hard one. Written by our designers and project managers from forty-two years of Twin Cities project experience.
Our experienced team is ready to satisfy your remodelling needs. We are professional in HVAC, Roofing, Siding and Window services. Contact us to get home improvement services now!
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5 min read May 14, 2026What's actually changing in bathroom design right now — and what's quietly on its way out before you commit to it.
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6 min read May 14, 2026Design principles for a master bathroom that works the way you actually live in it — showers, vanities, lighting, and layout done right.
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6 min read May 14, 2026Layout, islands, backsplash, cabinets — the decisions that determine how your kitchen functions and how long it looks good.
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6 min read May 14, 2026Your kitchen is the heart of your home—the place where meals are made, memories are shared, and your family gathers. If your kitchen feels outdated, cramped, or just uninspired, a remodel can transform it into a space you love.
Our Edge
More Care Less Stress
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Most homeowners compare three or four remodeling firms before choosing one. The structural differences between firms are not always obvious in a sales meeting, but they show up in the schedule, the budget, and the day-to-day experience of the project. Here is how Knutson compares to a typical contractor on the points that matter most.
Our experienced team is ready to satisfy your remodelling needs. We are professional in HVAC, Roofing, Siding and Window services. Contact us to get home improvement services now!
Comparison Points
Random Contractor
- PlanningHand-sketched plans on a clipboard, light on detail, finalized verbally
- CabinetryCatalog cabinets ordered from a supplier, with visible filler strips against out-of-plumb walls
- CrewDifferent subcontractors rotating through, no continuity, no accountability for the project
- ScheduleFrequent delays, no clear milestone tracking, hard to plan around
- BudgetLow initial bid that grows through change orders and surprise allowance overruns
- Full 3D design with elevations, lighting plan
- Custom-built in our city, scribed to the actual wall, sprayed in our finishing booth
- In-house team and project manager
- Written schedule with defined milestones and updates
- Transparent estimate up front with itemized allowance
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Service Areas
We Work Near You
Highland Park, Mac-Groveland, Summit Hill and Cathedral Hill, Como, and the lofts downtown — Saint Paul covers a wide range of housing eras and lot types, from flat-lot bungalows to Mississippi bluff properties, and we are active throughout all of it.
Client Love
Real Words Real Trust
Real clients share why they trusted us with their homes, from first consultation to final reveal.
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Thomas Lauria
Minneapolis, MN
We hired Mike for an extensive remodel and addition to our house. What could have been a painful process was made enjoyable by Mike and his team. On time, in budget, and a pleasure to have around our house and family. I would recommend Knutson Custom Remodelers to anyone.
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Joy Martin
Minneapolis, MN
Mike is a wonderful General Contractor to work with. As a custom residential architect, communication and flexibility are key for our clients' home building experience and Mike excels at both. Knutson Custom Remodelers also builds a great product! I highly recommend Mike and his team.
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Sally Rabban
St Paul, MN
I've worked with Knutson Custom Remodelers for over 10 years now. Everything from a big job like adding a second story dormer to the small ones like new windows they have never let me down! Mike and Evan's work is execellent and they are patient, kind and trustworthy people.
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Dawn Chapman
Armatage, MN
I have done several projects with Knutson Remodelers over the past 15 years. Mike and Evan always approached our projects with professionalism and positivity. They've been a joy to work with and we've always been extremely happy with the results!!
Common Questions
Fast Answers For You
Get quick answers about pricing, timelines, permits, and what to expect before your remodeling project begins.
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Opening the kitchen to the dining area is almost always the highest-impact change on the main level. On bluff lots, a walkout basement finish with a full bath is a close second — it adds livable square footage and outdoor access without changing the building footprint.
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Most Saint Paul kitchens run $70,000 to $200,000 depending on scope, period-detail restoration, and whether walls are moving. We give a written budget range at the first consultation — before any planning work begins.
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Yes — we manage every permit application and inspection with Saint Paul's building department, and we walk the full Heritage Preservation Commission process for exterior work on properties in designated historic districts.
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Usually yes. We dust-contain the work area and keep the rest of the house accessible. Full kitchen remodels take the cooking space offline for several weeks — we walk through that during planning and help you prepare for it.
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