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Homes by Klein, INC
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 16, 2021
“Kevin and his crew were great to work with! Over several months, they restored my run down investment property and turned it back into a beautiful historic preservation home! They gutted three full bathrooms, dry walled, tiled flooring, worked with plumber on installation of new bath tubs, sinks, toilets. Remodeled 2 kitchens and one kitchenette. Installed flooring and repaired/ refinished hardwood. Worked with inspectors & subcontractors: insulating floor joists, attic, basement limestone walls, electricians, HVAC; to bring this 110 year old house up to code. There were a million little “surprises” that came up-while tearing some of the spaces down to the studs...Kevin worked with me to make the best decisions -keeping budget and schedule on track. Honest, Reliable & Trustworthy! Highly recommend Homes by Klein!”
Pratt Homes
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJanuary 27, 2017
“We looked at single family detached homes for nearly 2 years. We looked at new construction and existing homes from far south suburbs to far west and north suburbs. Everything of the quality we were seeking was highly priced or had association fees that were extremely high. We found the Pratt development in Hugo and bought a lot the same day. The quality of these homes is very high, the pricing is very reasonable. We stopped nearly every day during the building process and the quality of the craftmanship was superior. They bend over backwards to make it a wonderful experience for the buyer. We love everything about our new home.”
Hanson Builders, Inc.
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 3, 2013
“Don Skelly as always was a pleasure to work with. His professionalism and in-depth experience in the home building process shows through from conception of design to the closing table. Don's knowledge and attention to detail is top-notch. He has an "open door" policy and is never too busy to address buyers questions. His expertise along with the excellent reputation of Hanson Builders gives the buyers the sense of confidence that they should have when making one of the most important decisions in their lives. The minute you walk through the front door of Hanson Builders, you will be impressed with the organization of this exceptional builder and the teams determination to provide an excellent product at a competitive price!”
Boyer Building Corporation
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 4 out of 5 starsSeptember 13, 2013
“Joe and the Boyer crew all did a great job with our bath remodel. Joe was always a great communicator, which is very important to us. Plus they used quality craftsmen throughout the project and it turned out beautifully. We are LOVING our new bathroom!”
Xpand Inc. | Homes of Xcellence
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsAugust 2, 2016
“We had a great experience with Xpand in the building of our two-story deck. Andy, our Project Manager, was very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly during the entire process. He was quick to respond no matter how I contacted him (email, text or phone call) and ready and able to solve any questions I had. He worked with us to make sure we were getting exactly what we wanted and followed up to ensure we were happy with the progress and final product. We're extremely happy with the new addition to our home and spend all of our free time hanging out on it. Our only regret is that we didn't hire Xpand years ago!”
Country Joe Homes
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsFebruary 22, 2016
“This builder is the best value for the price. Their standards are other builder's upgrades. They build a solid, well constructed home that they are proud to stand behind. If you are looking to buy or just want to see a great looking home, check them out.”
Zehnder Homes
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsOctober 11, 2018
“From the moment we walked into their model home, it was everything and more of what we were looking for. At the time we were just "looking" as we were not set on building yet. After speaking with Zehnder homes about our situation with selling our house and whether or not building was even an option or in our budget, they helped us make the decision to build a no brainer. Since the house is a custom build, we were able to work with Zehnder homes to come up with a budget that would work for us while still having the elements, details and design we really wanted in our first real home. The process was easy going and really not stressful at all. Making selections was easy since we had pre-determined ones to pick from, however if we didn't like any of those, we could go find others on our own. It was also great to be able to come up with our own ideas. Once we had the vision, everyone was super helpful with finding a way to make it happen. Zehnder homes was great to work work from beginning to finish. Everyone was professional but personable in their own way which made working with them easy and fun. They were always was very willing to go the extra mile to help when we had questions and since I always had a million of them, we could not have appreciated that more. For us, building a new house was not stressful at all and we could not be happier with the end result.”
NIH Homes
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsJune 3, 2016
“2nd time building with NIH, and would do it again without a second thought! Their communication is fantastic. NIH listened carefully to our needs and wants and met them all! The whole team works together making the process easy, seamless, and honestly it's a ton of fun! NIH's designer works with you for every selection and most of the time she thought of every question before I even had a chance...she is extremely organized and stayed on top of everything! We've had many friends build with other builders who sadly don't have fun, and are definitely very stressed. We chose to build with NIH for the second time, because we knew that they made the process easy, the quality is top notch, and even the follow-up and care for the customer after the fact is way above the competition! We would highly recommend NIH to any one who wanted to build!”
Michael Lee, Inc
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsMay 29, 2012
“We have had the distinct pleasure to collaborate on many projects with Michael Lee, Inc over the past years. We highly appreciate and admire the level of detail and thoroughness exhibited in all of their projects. The Michael Lee team is proficient with projects of all shapes, sizes, and styles. From kitchen remodels, to new homes - Modern to very traditional; They can do it all. Michael Lee is easily one of the most detail-oriented Builders we’ve ever worked with, which ensures a smooth, on budget, on time, and fun project for everyone involved. We highly recommend them to anyone considering building new or remodeling, and we are looking forward to working together on many more successful projects in the future. Sincerely, Kieran Royal Oaks Design”
Lennar Minnesota
New & Custom Home Builders in Lake Elmo
Average rating: 5 out of 5 starsSeptember 8, 2016
“Chad Drury from Lennar has gone above and beyond to provide excellent service and support on issues in our 2 year-old Lennar home. While these issues have not been show-stoppers, they have been annoying and Chad has done a great job in getting them addressed. More importantly, Chad is an excellent communicator who provides regular updates and follow-ups as part of his customer service approach.”
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  2. Request and compare quotes, then hire the Home Builder that perfectly fits your project and budget limits.

Before choosing a Builder for your residential home project in Lake Elmo, there are a few important steps to take:

  • Define your project: Outline your desired home type, features, and layout. Provide specific details and preferences to help the builder understand your vision.
  • Establish a budget: Develop a comprehensive budget, including construction expenses and material costs. Communicate your budgetary constraints to the builder from the beginning.
  • Gather additional information, important for the project in Lake Elmo:
    • Timeline: Share your estimated timeline or desired completion date.
    • Site conditions: Inform the builder about any unique site conditions or challenges.
    • Local regulations: Make the builder aware of any building regulations or permits required.

By including these details, the builder can determine if they have the capacity and expertise to meet your n

The most popular Home Builder Services in Lake Elmo are:
  • Custom Homes
  • Energy-Efficient Homes
  • Floor Plans
  • Green Building
  • House Framing
  • House Plans
  • Land Surveying
  • New Home Construction
  • Site Planning
There are 774 Home Builders, registered on Houzz in Lake Elmo.
After planning and permitting work, the actual building of the home in Lake Elmo can take anywhere between 6 months and 2 years, depending on size, type of construction, materials, weather conditions, and many other factors. Building a fully customized home generally requires a longer timeframe than a semi-custom or prefab home. If you are short on time, take a look at Prefab Homes or Modular Homes companies in Lake Elmo.
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What’s the most important step in building a new house from the ground up? Many people would say it’s choosing the right Lake Elmo home builder. Constructing a new house is a huge and multifaceted undertaking, so it’s important to find custom home builders in Lake Elmo, MN you can trust to bring your vision to life, as well as keep the process under control from start to finish. Although a construction job is never without surprises and challenges, a Lake Elmo, MN home builder who’s a good fit for your specific project will make these far easier to handle.

What do new home builders do?


For Lake Elmo residential home builders who also act as developers, the job starts well before the first nail is driven. They perform local market research to determine whether the prospective homesites make sense in the Lake Elmo, MN market, as well as survey the land on which the house will be built to make sure it is suitable for construction. Custom builders also obtain the necessary permits.

A good custom home builder in Lake Elmo, MN has skills that go far beyond construction — he or she must supervise subcontractors and artisans; keep tabs on local zoning regulations, building codes and other legalities; inspect work for problems along the way; and perform dozens of other roles that are essential in building a quality house. Here are some related professionals and vendors to complement the work of home builders: Interior Designers & Decorators, Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers, Architects & Building Designers, Kitchen & Bath Designers, Specialty Contractors.

House builders are responsible for ensuring that the home-building project sticks as closely as possible to the specified timetable, particularly in the event of change orders. Custom and luxury home builders in Lake Elmo, MN also need interpersonal skills to deal with clients of all types, soothe frazzled nerves, negotiate conflicts and resolve problems.

Questions to ask a prospective custom home builder in Lake Elmo, MN:


  • How long have you been in the home building business?
  • How many projects like mine have you completed?
  • Who will be working on the project?
  • Are the workers employees or subcontractors?
  • Can you provide me with references?
  • May I see a current jobsite?
  • Can you give me the addresses of some houses you have built?
  • Are you and your employees licensed and insured?
  • What license(s) do you have?
  • What other training and affiliations do you have?
  • How do you charge, and what does that include?
  • Can you give me a written estimate?
  • What do your services include?
  • How will I be charged for parts and materials?
  • When can your job get done?
  • What is your policy for change orders?
  • What happens when the cost exceeds the budget? What about changes to materials or labor pricing?
  • What will I need to provide?
  • Are there any important considerations or concerns you foresee with this project?

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