Our General Home Repair Services
As a full-service general contractor, our team is equipped to handle a broad spectrum of interior and exterior repair tasks that require a professional touch.
Interior Repairs and Finishing
Restoring the beauty and function of your living spaces quickly and cleanly.
- Drywall Patching and Repair: Fixing holes, cracks, water damage, and preparing walls for paint.
- Trim and Molding Repair: Replacing damaged baseboards, window casings, and crown molding.
- Door and Lock Adjustments: Fixing sticky doors, repairing hinges, replacing damaged hardware, and improving security.
- Tile and Grout Repair: Replacing cracked floor or wall tiles in kitchens and bathrooms.
- Minor Plumbing Fixes: Addressing running toilets, leaky faucets, and replacement of simple fixtures.
Exterior Structure and Surface Repairs
Focused fixes that maintain the exterior protection and curb appeal of your home.
- Siding and Trim Repair: Replacing small sections of damaged siding (vinyl, fiber cement, wood) due to impact or weather.
- Deck and Porch Repair: Replacing rotted deck boards, securing loose railings, and fixing worn stairs.
- Gutter and Downspout Repair: Re-securing loose gutters, patching small leaks, and ensuring proper water flow away from the foundation.
- Window and Screen Repair: Replacing small broken glass panes, re-screening porches, and fixing window seals.
Safety and Functionality Upgrades
Essential repairs and installations that address health, safety, and code compliance (common issues identified during home inspections or TISH evaluations in Minneapolis).
- Handrail Installation: Installing code-compliant handrails for interior stairs, basements, and exterior decks.
- Accessibility Modifications: Minor installations like grab bars in bathrooms or adjusting steps.
- Ventilation Checks: Ensuring appliance venting (like dryer ducts) is properly secured and functioning.
Why Urban Construction for Your Small Fixes?
- Licensed Professional: Unlike many handymen, you have a fully licensed and insured General Contractor handling your repairs, ensuring high standards and accountability.
- Preventative Focus: We don't just fix the symptom; we look for the underlying cause (e.g., source of a moisture stain) to prevent recurrence.
- No Job Too Small: We value every client and offer the convenience of a trusted source for maintenance that understands your entire home structure.
- Local Experience: Our team is familiar with the common issues caused by the extreme temperature swings and moisture challenges specific to the Twin Cities.
Ready to Cross Off That Repair List?
Stop putting off those annoying repairs. Contact us today to schedule reliable, professional service.