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Home Again!
Building for Modern Lifestyles and Older Homes with Integrity, Craftsmanship, and Care.
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Edina,
MN
Mpls,
MN "Mike Otto is an excellent design-build contractor. We chose him because he has extensive remodeling experience, provided examples of high-end remodeling projects he had completed and showed particular concern for completing an addition that would blend in with our existing structure. The costs detailed in his proposal were also reasonable. We wanted to build a 2-story addition onto our 1928 Minneapolis tutor style home. Our initial plan consisted of a basement, 1st floor living space, and upstairs bedroom/bathroom suite. Our primary concerns were cost and that the completed addition would blend architecturally into the existing house. We Hired Mike after showing our plans to 12 other contractors. We liked chose Mike because he came up with a proposal that addressed our concerns and broke out costs for different phases of the project so we could understand what we were paying for... Mike executed the project professionally from the proposal and design phase to final walkthrough. He is very well organized and keeps track of all logistical details that can effect construction. Materials were always delivered on time and contractors showed up when scheduled. Mike would call us each day to keep us informed on construction progress, answer questions we had and discuss any unresolved issues. Mike did high quality work and expected the same from his subcontractors. Our project was done within 2 weeks of the proposed completion date... "
Anoka, MN Addition (Top of the Page) "We are deeply grateful to Carol & Mike Otto for remodeling our home. We have a 1926 colonial revival located on the banks of the 'Upper' Mississippi. Our 'New Home' is beautiful. The workmanship is of the highest caliber. The attention to detail was relentless and impeccable. The expanded, remodeled home appears to have been entirely constructed in the 1920's. Furthermore, Mike and Carol's honesty and integrity is refreshing. They spelled out every detail of cost as the project unfolded. I deeply appreciate that, from a financial perspective, there were no surprises. Thanks you , Mike & Carol, for a job well done!" -- Suzanne & Jonathan Minneapolis, MN Addition (Top of the Page)
Selecting a builder for a major remodeling project is a
daunting process. You want to be sure you select the right
one because once you sign you are committed in a major
binding relationship not unlike marriage. As new empty
nestors we were faced with the stay-put or down-size
decision. We loved our South Minneapolis neighborhood in
which we lived for over 30 years. So after looking at
several options we decided to stay and up-grade our 1917
stucco adding about 800 sq ft along with most of the more
up-to-date conveniences we had always dreamed of. Our goal
was to maintain the architectural integrity of the original
design. We shopped around for builders who we had noticed
in our neighborhood. Mike Otto Construction was one of
them. Mike won our business for many reasons. He was by
far the most process oriented and organized
builder we interviewed. He was affable and
believably trustworthy. He was price competitive.
But most important we were impressed by the work he had
done on similar "old house" remodels. There isn't a day
that goes by that we haven't commented about how much we
love our new space. We have had several large
gatherings in our new space and the most telling and
positive compliment made has been, "Now, where did the
old house end and the new space begin?" As far as we're
concerned, that about says it all.
--- Dave & Doreen Golden Valley, MN Sun Room (Top of the Page) "Dear Mike, Thank you ever so much for your prompt explanation in regards to costs associated with dealing business... The job was well done and we are satisfied. May your future be bright. Sincerely, Carolyn Whelon"
Robbinsdale, MN Addition (Top of the Page) "Our experience with Mike Otto Construction has been nothing short of fantastic. The addition of a 2-car attached garage, an additional family room, a deck and a covered outdoor living area is a large project. While our original contractor was the stereotypical show-up-when-I-feel-like-it person, Mike Otto Construction came to the table with a full project plan, which included detailed dates when things would happen and a payment schedule.
Mike Otto Construction’s work crews followed the project plan and arrived to perform the work in a refreshingly predictable and reliable manner always staying within the original predetermined cost. The work performed is of very high quality and we are extremely happy with the results.
As expected, a project of this magnitude on a house as old as ours invariably came with one or two surprises along the way, and at every step Mike would offer multiple options and an explain the pros and cons of each choice. Always respectful, Mike let us make the decisions and implemented those decisions with their usual efficiency, professionalism and quality.
The end result is a beautiful house we adore. We strongly recommend Mike Otto Construction to our friends and neighbors because they provided the best experience we could imagine." -- David and Sheri VanSlyke South Minneapolis, MN Addition/Master Suite, Kitchen “Mike’s attention to detail is very good. But he’s also an outstanding communicator, and he’s funny! He’s able to diffuse and manage the kinds of situations that arise when you’re remodeling your home, and do it with a good sense of humor. We really wanted something for the bedroom that was private and peaceful, and Mike and our architect, Joseph Metzler, made that happen. They gave us a bedroom that was not like the others in our neighborhood, yet it retained the character of the original home.” -- Jenneane Jansen Edina, MN Master Bathroom (Top of the Page) “Mike Otto Construction provided us with not only a beautiful and quality final product, but with outstanding service as well. It was so refreshing to work with someone who is so respectful of property, meticulous about detail, accessible, prompt, and accountable. I felt assured throughout the project that any concerns would be handled without question, and that Mike’s commitment to excellence extended beyond the physical outcome to the daily experience. We would gladly work with Mike Otto Construction on any future projects. Sincerely, Karen and Bill Kelly”
Sala Architect, MN (Top of the Page)“Mike’s a good listener and collaborator. Unexpected issues and change orders and other things always come up in remodeling, especially on the more challenging projects, and he does a good job of dialoguing back and forth to work out what needs to be done. I look forward to working with him again.” --Joseph Metzler
Minneapolis, MN Addition (Top of the Page)To Whom It May Concern: We are delighted to write a recommendation for the Mike Otto Construction Company! We already highly recommend MOCI to anyone contemplating a project and who are searching for a construction company! Mike’s company just finished work on our addition and remodeling in January, 2008. From the very beginning of our search for a construction company it was immediately Mike with whom we felt the most comfortable. Also, MOCI has worked other projects with our architect and that turned out to be extremely helpful. Mike met with us several times before construction and weekly during construction and he was always respectful, patient, thorough, organized and direct. We had many “exceptions” for our old house and tasks that we thought we could do and Mike worked with us to make that happen as much as possible. Mike “pulls no punches” in terms of saying things very directly (though kindly) and we always knew “where things stood;” this also indicated integrity that we saw continue over the length of the project. MOCI lived up to our expectations and we were never disappointed. MOCI has a reputation for quality, for getting projects done as agreed upon and for meeting the needs of the clients. The sub-contractors that Mike uses were the very best in their fields! Again, they not only did superb work but were highly professional yet friendly and helpful. As is the case in adding additions and remodeling there were often surprises that our old house coughed up and our contractors would inform Sandi, the Project Manager, who worked with Mike and us immediately and together we would develop a plan for dealing with those issues. Often the contractors would not assume we might like something a certain way or might have a question about the plan but would ask us and make suggestions before moving ahead. Their suggestions were almost always exactly what we wanted! We also worked with an amazing Project Manager, Sandi Williams. Sandi is incredibly efficient, knowledgeable and personable. The sub-contractors hold a great deal of respect for her because of her extensive and specific knowledge about every aspect of the project and also because she treats everyone with respect and holds high expectations that the work be done in a timely manner and done to a high degree of quality. She kept us in the loop on a regular basis and met with us weekly when we met with Mike. She’s a marvelous problem solver and no problem that arose (of course, things always come up!) could dampen her positive, calm spirit or “we can deal with this” attitude. Sandi is very creative as well and because of her life-long experiences she is able to see around a problem and continues to think about it long after she should be home and relaxing and has come up with amazing solutions to tricky problems! We also found the office staff to be friendly, helpful and efficient. We could always drop by, call or e-mail if we had any questions or concerns. The standard and expectation for quality set by Mike carries throughout the company. We highly recommend MOCI and we may be contacted at 612-824-8981 or contacted at jbrock55409@yahoo.com or karen55409@yahoo.com . John B. Michaels and Karen Holicky-Michaels, 1000 W. 46th St., Minneapolis, MN 55419
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