J&RS

Biff Ulm

2023-09

J&RS is the standard all other construction companies should be held to. Their communication, creativity, quality, and professionalism is second to none. My simple phone photos don't do justice to the quality of their work or the feel of the space they created for us.My wife and I presented challenges to them, as well. Our goal was to keep the original charm of our late 1800's home while updating it to modern comforts and mixing in my wife's and my quirky style. They never batted an eye.We will without hesitation use J&RS for all our future remodeling and building projects in Duluth.Services: Kitchen countertop installation, General construction, Tile work installation, Install flooring, Bathroom design, Home renovations, Bathroom remodeling, Dining room design, Tile work replacement, Paint indoors, Refurbishment, Carpentry services, Remodeling, Lighting design, Kitchen design, Drywall installation, Kitchen cabinet design, Plumbing fixture installation, Kitchen cabinet installation, Cabinetry & hardware design, Appliance selection, Kitchen remodeling, Flooring

Justin Puhalla

2024-04

Had J&RS come and completely redo our plumbing at our property. We had been needing this to be done for quite some time, our hot water pressure was at an all time low and the pipes were likely as old as our house. J&RS were easy to contact and were able to schedule a time to get an estimate at the time of the first call. Marlin came out and spent about 2.5hrs to go over the estimate and had it typed out and ready to go even before he left that same day. We agreed on a variation of the quote given to us and worked out scheduling the crew to come and get the job done. fast forward a few weeks and Mitch and his team of guys and gals were awesome. They showed up to our home at the proposed time on the agreed upon day and after a quick tour they got straight to work. They were efficient and were very polite when working in our home, even went as far as taking time to cover appliances and floors (washer, dryer, etc) with cardboard and drop clothes so that they would not damage anything. They were able to get the majority of the main lines and connections done on the first day so that we could use the water to our sinks, toilet and shower. They came back the next day to finish connecting the plumbing to the washer. Mitch even went above and beyond helping to trouble-shoot some remaining low hot water pressure in the kitchen and bathroom sink. After replacing two lines and back-flushing both fixtures he was able to clear little bits of debris/sediment that had clogged the fixture impeding the flow of hot water. We now have normal hot water pressure and could not be happier. We are very happy with the work that was done at our home. Thanks J&RS and team!

Craig Skalko

2024-04

Loren, Marlin, and the team at J&RS stepped in last-minute when our furnace died. They spent a significant amount of time educating me and walking me through the different options available and were able to get the furnace I selected in within 24 hours. When it came to installation they were efficient and respectful and made sure that we passed city inspection. Can’t speak highly enough of them!

Oliver Kelsey

2024-04

I'm using J&RS for their homecare program, to take care of my heating and cooling needs, plus make sure my home is safe and comfortable. We had a heating issue where some rooms were very hot and others really cold. Lauren from J&RS came and had it all fixed in about an hour and it was super affordable. World class service.

Amber Zibrowski

2024-04

Ty at J&RS is an amazing wealth of knowledge when it comes to the business and construction world. I am so blessed to have him working with me to design my all-in-one dog training and boarding facility. The amount of care that their design team takes to go over the details for each project really blows my mind and I cannot wait to see what they are going to do with my dream and vision.

Noah Strecker

2024-01

J&RS is the best company to work for. The amount of care and attention to detail that the crews have on any project is unmatched. Having been part of this company for over a year and a half… I can confidently say I would want no one else but J&RS to work on any of my projects. The intuition and thoroughness of their crews makes them without a doubt, a premier construction company. I am honored to be able to say I was able to work with each and every person here, and always felt understood and looked after. To the J&RS team, keep up the great work ! And thank you for everything!

Katie Ulm

2023-10

By pure luck we chose J&RS to pour some love into our recently purchased brownstone. From the initial consult, through the design process, to me saying a few too many time, "oh, and can we do this thing over here too...?" to the actual work and craftsmanship done, we couldn't be more pleased with the work done by J&RS and their team. Any time we had a question or concern, we heard back immediately. We still have a bit of work to do on our old victorian girl, and we plan to call J&RS to complete it.Update: Yesterday we found ourselves in need of help when our roof started leaking after the prior day’s deluge. I called first thing in the morning, someone was on the roof by mid morning, and the issue was fixed by day’s end. I am feeling thankful and relieved after the bounty of yesterday’s help:)Services: General construction, Tile work installation, Custom kitchen cabinet construction, Bathroom design, Home renovations, Bathroom remodeling, Dining room design

Kevin Kalligher

2024-04

These guys do it all. Ive had clients reach out for bathroom/kitchen remodels and have had raving reviews once the work is completed. There is great communication throughout the process and a level of professionalism thats unmatched with J&RS. I highly recommend if you're looking for any home remodels or plumbing/hvac needs. Be sure to ask about their Home Care Program as well!

John Havey

2023-12

We recently finished a remodeling project at our home on Lake Superior. We couldn’t have been happier with the results! J&RS Build was easy to work with, professional, friendly, timely, and transparent. We enjoyed working with the whole team, and especially with the interior designer, Bridget, the project manager, Austin, the construction crew led by Tristan, and the HVAC/plumbing team, headed by Marlin. J&RS is truly a 5 star company. We highly recommend them without a single reservation!Ann & John HaveyTwo Harbors, MNService: Home renovations

laurie stolp

2023-05

We had a kitchen design done by the help of Jeannifer! From start to finish it was a painless and awesome experience! Jeannifer was so helpful in many ways and was so patient in all of our requests! The communication was good and seemed like if one was busy another would respond in a timely manner! We are so very happy with our kitchen it has all that we would ever need! So far the quality of the Lucerne cabinets is great! We would use J&Rs Build again but hope that this will be our forever home:)Service: Custom kitchen cabinet construction

Steve Broker

2024-01

Unfortunately, my water heater went out on Christmas Eve this year (a Sunday, for context). I called JRS and got ahold of someone immediately for help/assistance. Loren from their staff was incredibly helpful! We spoke on the phone, and I first sent time a few photos to see if we could troubleshoot the problem. When it was clear the 20-year-old water heater needed to be replaced, he was at our home in a few hours (still in his Sunday best after attending mass), installed a new one, and removed the old one, saving our Christmas plans.Great team! - And again, thank you Loren

Ryan Bayless

2024-04

Had J&RS do a service call for us. I called, and they had a plumber out to our house the same day. They were exceptionally prompt, professional, and got the problem fixed. Excellent experience.

Margret Wright

2024-01

We had called three other companies and no one could solve our problem. Mitch and his team came in and figured our problem out in 15 minutes. Great work and team that did a great job in our basement. Thanks J&RS

Kari Carlson

2024-04

I had an issue with my hot water heater that needed to be fixed. The response time was quick and the staff was extremely professional. I highly recommend the HVAC and plumbing team for any need, big or small!

David Koltz

2024-04

We worked with Marlin and his team to help with some modifications to our HVAC system. Great experience - Marlin is extremely professional and we're very happy with the results.

Carol Gallinger

2023-06

J&RS has been an awesome company to work with. My bedroom addition is beautiful . Jamie did a perfect design that included all my requests. Tyler was the lead builder who was so easy to work with and I appreciated how important it was to him that I was happy with everything done during the building process. He checked in daily with me! Austin, the project manager, worked hard on making sure every detail was completed to my satisfaction. He was always on top of everything! Once the project was completed, Austin provided me with a neatly organized binder of information about the project along with warranties, etc. I appreciated all the details that your company paid such close attention to throughout my project. Thank you J&RS.

Rick Morgan

2023-08

My house burned to the ground on Feb 3 2014. The insurance company listed it as a total loss and major claim. I was employed as an engineering manager and directly managed large capital projects exceeding $100MM.Based on my work experience fundamentally I was looking for a contractor to manage the entire construction process including:SCOPE/QUALITYSCHEDULEBUDGETAfter meeting with 3 of the well known local general contractors around Duluth I selected J&RS.My experience using J&RS:SCOPE: They were knowledgable during the design and were more proficient in designing than the architect I had hired. We managed the scope with the constraint of the insurance settlement. By defining a clear scope we experienced very few change orders for additions which increase the project costsSCHEDULE: We met weekly to review the upcoming construction activities and what selections/ decision I needed to make by which date. The insurance company planned on paying for temporary housing for 10 months. We started work in early March and moved in August 1. (6 months) This included demolition and debris removal and winter construction including foundations. One key is that J&RS has the working relationships with mechanical, electrical, plumbing and other sub contractors that eliminates hand off delaysBudget: We completed the construction on budget because of the well defined scope and minimal "extras" which are common with many contractors. We maintained the +/_ list of changesQUALITY: The materials and workmanship were outstanding. The home built is not a large fancy structure but is energy efficient with impressive wood work and quality material from heating and ventilating to windows.J&RS will not be your lowest cost contractor but will construct a high quality home and will avoid the unplanned expenses, delays and headaches so often experienced during the construction process.J&RS has the green light to have clients contact me directly for feedback.Services: Kitchen countertop installation, General construction, Tile work installation, Custom kitchen cabinet construction, Install flooring, Bathroom design

Peter Ringheim

2023-05

I was relieved to have Jace and Nate take control of the project and make it work. Everything turned out perfectly. Jace proactively made recommendations that I'm very happy we incorporated. Planning my next project with them now.Services: Installation, Paint indoors, Remodeling, Plumbing fixture installation, Kitchen remodeling

Shane Stolp

2023-10

I needed some water pressure issues fixed at a rental and Loren at JRS was absolutely awesome! He owned the project from beginning to end and kept me posted on ideas and fixes, communicated when he planned to come and arrived on time and left everything orderly and clean. Marlin has a great guy in Loren! The whole team was awesome and I really appreciated not having to micromanage them. Thanks!Service: Plumbing services

Scott Wojtysiak

2023-05

J&RS provided us with a great construction experience. From the beginning conceptual design to the installation of the finishing touches - a one-stop shop. The management of the project was transparent and our project finished on budget. We are thrilled with our space and would recommend J&RS to our nearest friends and family!Services: General construction, Custom kitchen cabinet construction, Bathroom design, Paint indoors, Carpentry services, Lighting design, Kitchen design, Drywall installation, Kitchen cabinet design, Plumbing fixture installation, Roof installation, Kitchen cabinet installation, Cabinetry & hardware design, Interior architectural design, Plumbing services, Concrete pouring

Caleb Pedersen

2024-04

J&RS is a great company to work with! They always do quality work with top notch communication!

Jamie Goettl

2023-05

J&RS is an awesome company to work for. They really care about each customer AND every employee. Everyone there is extremely driven to be the best at their craft and do the utmost to make every relationship employee or customer a positive experience. These people really care! If you get a chance to work for or with them - jump on it. You won't regret it.

Becky Lourey

2023-05

My washing machine was emptying into my laundry tubs and the tubs stopped draining, they were plugged. My kitchen sink was backing up into my dishwasher as the kitchen sink drained.My water was hard and yellow and my water heaters were extremely old and using too much electricity even though they are on off peak. Everything was really old; I wondered if it could be fixed and could I afford it.I heard about J&RS and they came to my home and walked through every challenge with me. I was impressed with their knowledge and creativity as they thoroughly examined the most reliable and cost-effective solutions.Then I met four impressive, multi-talented employees. I thrilled watching their expertise and collaboration. They were efficient, creative and calm. It was a pleasure having these exceptional, caring and professional people in my home.I am now enjoying a completely revived and state of the art drainage system – and my water is beautiful.Becky Lourey - Kerrick, MNService: Plumbing services

Mary Costley

2023-05

J&RS did an awesome job on my exterior repair/renovation. They were very professional and communicated so well - and they did exactly what they said they would do. The project went off without a hitch! I will definitely use them again! Highly recommend!!Service: Home renovations

Staci Gilpin

2023-05

We've been working with J&RS since 2015 when they began construction on our home. After completing our home we've continued to use them for finishing projects. And most recently we needed assistance with an A/C unit. Each and every encounter we've had has been professional, prompt, and courteous. Their work is always top notch. Highly recommend.Services: General construction, A/C services

Azalea Ginete

2022-05

This is the first time we built our home, J&RS has been a blessing to us. Great work ethic, very professional, respectful. We’ve never seen such young workers enjoy their work and take pride in it too.Very transparent in all their negotiations. We trust them very much with all the incredible work they do. Thank you very much. We are grateful.Services: General construction, Tile work installation, Install flooring, Fan installation, Installation, Paint indoors, Exterior painting, Drywall installation, Plumbing fixture installation, Flooring

Don Omundson

2022-05

During our home inspection a problem was found with the foundation in the far wall of our attached garage. J&RS responded and within a few days we had a proposal and a signed contract with them. When they come to do an estimate, they stay until the estimate is ready to view. No waiting a month or more like some of the other estimates we have had.That alone impressed us. Everyone we dealt was very professional Communication during the project was excellent. We were always kept informed of the progress. The work was completed in about a week and has passed inspection We highly recommend J&RS build for any project you might have.Services: General construction, General repairs

Jamey

2023-05

Great crew! We just moved up to Duluth MN. Our realtor Korey referred me to Jace with J&RS. He is the contractor salesman. Jace made us feel welcome to the Twin Ports. He listened that we needed handicap accessible remodeling. He got his master tech plumber Marlin to install a washer hookup on the main level of the house. Marlin and his great crew of Tanner and Leo installed a one handle kitchen and bathroom faucet with expertise. We asked Jace one day and the next day the crew did the work with precision. The J&RS contractor salesman Jace and the expert plumbing crew if Marlin, Tanner and Leo made me and my family welcome home. We will always call the J&RS contractor crew when we need help with our new home.Sincerely JameyServices: Home renovations, Bathroom remodeling, Installation, General repairs, Plumbing fixture installation, Plumbing services, Kitchen remodeling

Austin Nelson

2022-05

J&RS came out to fix a longstanding issue with my chimney. They were incredibly quick, clean, and professional. The crew went above and beyond to make sure the job was done right! Could not have asked for a better experience!Service: General repairs

Cheryl Masterson

2022-05

We have used this company twice now, once a small project, and this past summer we did a larger remodel of our 20 yr old home. In the initial visit for an estimate, we gave them our wish list of projects, and after the estimate we planned to pare down the list. We decided to do it all at once, and had them here for 8 weeks. Since we are retired, we were here daily through the remodel, and they were very accomodating to us being around. They show up on time and clean up after themselves daily. At the end of the project, they even sent professional house cleaners for a final clean before a final inspection. A dumpster was emptied several times and they had an outhouse delivered to the site. The project managerNate, was easy to communicate with, and very responsive to any questions or changes. We would definitely recommend this company, and will use them for any further projects.Service: Remodeling