Hemmelgarn Builders Inc.

10/08/2026

🌊 Where Lake Living Feels Like Home. 🏡

There’s nothing quite like seeing a lake home come together—especially when every detail is designed around the way the homeowners want to live, gather, relax, and enjoy the view.

This custom lake home was built to embrace everything we love about Minnesota lake living: beautiful surroundings, comfortable spaces, timeless finishes, and plenty of room for memories to be made.

For us, the best part of building a lake home isn't just the finished product. It's knowing this will be the backdrop for early mornings on the water, afternoons on the dock, family dinners, sunset views, and years of traditions still to come.

At Hemmelgarn Builders, we're proud to build homes that are made to be lived in—and loved for generations.

🔨 Built with craftsmanship.
🌊 Inspired by the lake.
❤️ Made for the moments that matter.

Hemmelgarn Builders
Your Lake. Your Home. Your Story.

10/06/2026

🎉 Help us wish Monte a very happy birthday!

Monte has been part of Hemmelgarn Builders since 1987—nearly four decades of dedication, craftsmanship and contributions to the homes we build and the team we are today.

That kind of commitment is something special, and we’re grateful to have him as part of our Hemmelgarn Builders family.

Monte, thank you for everything you’ve contributed over the years. We hope you have a wonderful birthday and a great year ahead!

Leave Monte a birthday wish in the comments! 🎂

09/19/2026

✨ A Garage, Upgraded.

A garage doesn’t have to be just a garage.

This updated space was designed to be more functional, polished, and useful for everyday life — proving that even the most practical areas of your home deserve thoughtful design and quality craftsmanship.

Whether it’s creating better storage, adding usable living space, or simply giving an outdated garage a fresh new look, the right updates can completely change how a space works for your family.

🔨 The Hemmelgarn Difference:
We look beyond how a space looks today and think about how it can work better for you for years to come.

Thinking about updating your garage or another underused space in your home? We’d love to help you explore the possibilities.

09/16/2026

🏠 What Does It Really Cost to Build?

It’s one of the first questions we hear from people considering a new home:

“What does it cost to build?”

And while we wish there were one simple number, the answer is: it depends on what you’re building.

Two homes with the exact same square footage can have very different final costs.

Why?

Because the cost of your home isn't determined by square footage alone. It’s influenced by things like:

🔨 The complexity of the floor plan
🏡 Rooflines and architectural details
📍 Site conditions and excavation
🪟 Windows and exterior materials
🍴 Cabinetry, countertops and appliances
🚿 Plumbing and fixture selections
🔥 HVAC and mechanical systems
✨ Interior finishes
🚗 Garages, decks and outdoor spaces
📋 Permits, utilities, site work and other project costs

That’s why we’re cautious about answering the question with a simple “cost per square foot.”

A better question is:

“What can we realistically build for my budget?”

That conversation allows us to look at your priorities, wants, needs, property and overall project goals—and help you understand where your money will actually go.

At Hemmelgarn Builders, we believe budget conversations should happen early. Our goal is to help you make informed decisions before construction begins, not surprise you along the way.

👉 Swipe through this month’s Builders Academy to learn what really goes into the cost of building a home.

Building knowledge. Building confidence. Building better.

09/10/2026

🏡 HOME PLANNING | Where Every Great Home Begins ✏️

Before the foundation is poured, the walls go up, or the finishes are selected, there’s one incredibly important step: the plan.

Thoughtful home planning is about more than choosing a floor plan. It’s about understanding how you live today—and how you want your home to work for you for years to come.

We think through the details:

📐 How will each space flow?
☀️ Where can we take advantage of natural light and views?
🍽️ How will your family gather and entertain?
🛏️ What spaces need privacy?
📦 Where will everything be stored?
🔨 What decisions now can make construction smoother later?

Taking the time to work through these details before construction begins can help prevent costly changes, reduce surprises, and create a finished home that truly feels like it was designed for you.

At Hemmelgarn Builders, we believe a successful build starts long before construction.

Thoughtful planning. Quality craftsmanship. A home built around you.

Thinking about building? We'd love to be part of the conversation from the very beginning.

09/05/2026

❤️ International Day of Charity ❤️

Today is a reminder that building a strong community takes all of us.

At Hemmelgarn Builders, we believe giving back is about more than donations—it’s about showing up, supporting our neighbors, lending a hand, and investing in the community we’re fortunate to call home.

Whether it’s supporting a local fundraiser, sponsoring a youth program, helping a family in need, or simply giving your time, every act of generosity makes a difference.

On International Day of Charity, we’re especially grateful for the businesses, organizations, volunteers, and individuals who continually step up to make our community stronger.

❤️ Give when you can.
🤝 Help where you can.
🏡 Take care of the community you call home.

Building homes. Supporting neighbors. Strengthening community.

09/03/2026

09/01/2026

🎒✏️ Happy First Day of School! 📚🍎

A new school year means new classrooms, new friendships, new challenges, and so many opportunities to learn and grow.

From all of us at Hemmelgarn Builders, we’re wishing our local students, teachers, staff, and families a wonderful first day and a great school year ahead!

And to the parents watching those backpacks walk through the school doors today—we know some of those first-day moments are a little more bittersweet than others. ❤️

Here’s to a year filled with learning, laughter, friendships, and plenty of great memories!

Big dreams start with small steps. Have a great school year! ✏️📚

08/31/2026

🎉 Happy Birthday, Billy! 🎂

Today we're celebrating Billy and all he brings to the Hemmelgarn Builders team. His hard work, positive attitude, and dedication help make every project a success, and we're grateful to have him on our crew.

Please join us in wishing Billy a very happy birthday! We hope your day is filled with family, friends, and plenty of celebration.

Happy Birthday, Billy! 🎉

08/28/2026

🔨 REMODEL IN PROGRESS 🏡

Sometimes you have to tear things apart before you can put them back together better than ever!

This remodel is officially underway, and we're excited to watch this space transform. Behind every finished room are weeks of planning, demolition, problem-solving, craftsmanship, and a whole lot of details coming together.

That's one of our favorite things about remodeling—taking a space that no longer works for a family and reimagining it for the way they live today.

There may be a little dust along the way... but the transformation is worth it. 😉

🔨 Demo underway
📐 Plans becoming reality
🏡 New spaces taking shape
✨ More to come!

Stay tuned—we can't wait to show you the finished result!

Hemmelgarn Builders
Reimagining the home you already love.