Business Details
Your Trusted Construction Partner in Duluth
Northern Trends Building & Design has been dedicated to delivering quality construction and renovation services in Duluth, Minnesota. Our team collaborates closely with clients to explore options that align with their vision and budget, ensuring every project is executed with precision. With expertise in new home construction, remodeling, and drafting services, we prioritize client satisfaction through professional execution and attention to detail. Our commitment to using proven sub-trades and adhering to industry standards ensures projects are completed on schedule and to the highest quality. We emphasize transparency in contracts, legal compliance, and comprehensive insurance coverage to protect both our clients and our team.Backed by affiliations with reputable industry associations, we provide state-mandated warranties and guidance through every phase of the building process. Our focus on client education empowers informed decisions, from initial planning to final execution. By maintaining open communication and leveraging decades of combined experience, we ensure each project reflects our dedication to excellence. Our track record of successful projects and client testimonials underscores our reputation as a trusted partner in construction and design. We remain committed to innovation, ethical practices, and community engagement, ensuring long-term value for every client we serve.
Services
New home construction
Kitchen renovations
Bathroom remodeling
Drafting services
Three-season rooms
Commercial renovations
Permit assistance
Design consultations
Highlights and features
- We use licensed, insured contractors with proven sub-trade networks.
- Our team provides transparent contracts with no hidden fees.
- We offer state-mandated warranties on all professional builds.
- Decades of local construction experience guide every project.
- We prioritize client education to prevent common building pitfalls.
Associations and certifications
- Builders Association of Minnesota
- National Association of Home Builders
What people say
Beautiful workmanship
Professional demeanor
Finished under budget
Respectful care
Enthusiastic staff
Services
New home construction
We specialize in building custom homes tailored to client specifications and local building codes. Our process includes design consultation, budget planning, and project management from foundation to final inspection. Clients benefit from our network of trusted subcontractors and guaranteed written quotes to prevent cost overruns.
Kitchen renovations
Our kitchen remodeling service focuses on functional design improvements and aesthetic upgrades. We handle everything from cabinet installation to plumbing and electrical work, ensuring compliance with safety standards. Clients receive detailed project timelines and material selection guidance to match their lifestyle needs.
Drafting services
We provide professional drafting for building permits and construction projects. Services include creating detailed blueprints for new homes, additions, and remodeling projects. Our team ensures all designs meet municipal code requirements and client specifications through iterative review processes.
Three-season rooms
Specialized construction of three-season screen rooms with custom finishes and weather-resistant materials. Projects include foundation work, flooring installation, and roof integration. Clients receive energy-efficiency guidance and maintenance recommendations for year-round usability.
Commercial renovations
We offer commercial space upgrades for businesses, including layout optimization and code compliance updates. Services cover electrical system modernization, ADA accessibility improvements, and interior design enhancements. Projects maintain minimal disruption to business operations through phased construction schedules.
Questions
What construction services do you offer?
We provide new home construction, kitchen/bathroom remodeling, three-season rooms, commercial renovations, and drafting services for permits and blueprints.
Are your contractors licensed and insured?
Yes, we employ licensed professionals with liability insurance, workers' compensation, and property damage coverage as required by Minnesota law.
How do you handle project timelines?
We create detailed schedules with clients and use proven subcontractors to ensure timely completion, with contingency plans for unexpected delays.
Can you help with financing guidance?
While we don't provide direct financing, we offer documented quotes that banks require for construction loans and can connect you with local lenders.
What warranties do you provide?
We offer Minnesota state-mandated warranties covering major systems and workmanship for new construction projects.
How are remodeling costs determined?
Costs depend on project scope, materials, and square footage. We provide written estimates after evaluating your specific requirements during consultation.
Reviews (5)
Jesse Brockman
Oct 26, 2021
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This was a sponsored stop for cruise for cancer. We stopped to have our map stamped. The staff stamping tickets were very friendly.
Lukas Nilsson
Dec 01, 2020
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Don't hire this company! Last fall we called Northern Trends because of a leaking roof. They sent their guy that looked at it and then we heard nothing. Until the several hundred dollar bill came. Even though no-one in the household heard anything they claimed that they told us an estimate that was okayed, and came on a day when we were not home. Without giving us a notice. It should be added that they never asked to come inside to see the inside of the roof, nor did they go up on the roof and check it.
We did not want to cause too much inconvenience so we paid the bill and were glad, thinking that at least the roof was fixed. Now, when it rains, we have the same leak and I am in doubt that they were ever here to fix it. When we called them again to ask if they would guarantee their work they don't seem interested in helping. So we are gonna get help from somewhere else. And I recommend everyone else to do the same.
We did not want to cause too much inconvenience so we paid the bill and were glad, thinking that at least the roof was fixed. Now, when it rains, we have the same leak and I am in doubt that they were ever here to fix it. When we called them again to ask if they would guarantee their work they don't seem interested in helping. So we are gonna get help from somewhere else. And I recommend everyone else to do the same.
Judi Riggs
Jan 30, 2020
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Worst company ever. Did more damage in there work, then had to fix it. 6-7 week job took them 6 months. And lots of repairs for 5he next construction company that came in to do more work.
P. B.
Feb 23, 2018
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Northern Trends is the design/builder for you if you are looking for the highest quality workmanship, honesty, and people who care about your goals as a priority. They keep their commitments on cost and show up when they say they will. They are friendly and sincere and bring creativity to solve problems or design challenges. Great integrated design work too. If you hire them, the design work is included.
Big or small projects get the same attention and professional approach. They leave the building site clean during and after construction. This is the best team I have ever worked with. You should trust your project with Northern Trends!
Big or small projects get the same attention and professional approach. They leave the building site clean during and after construction. This is the best team I have ever worked with. You should trust your project with Northern Trends!
Tom Bergum
Feb 03, 2017
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Dan and Dave are great to work with and did a nice job on our addition. And i should add very timely!
