Updated: Apr 16, 2026
Location and Projects
Address
517 Garfield Ave, Duluth, MN, 55802
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Builders Commonwealth Construction
Builders Commonwealth is a custom design & build commercial and residential general contractor and custom millwork & cabinet fabricator. We specialize in thoughtful design. Our work includes the renovation and construction of both commercial and residential buildings, custom kitchens and baths, custom home interiors, timber frame home construction, custom millwork and fine furniture.
Builders Commonwealth is based in Duluth, Minnesota and principally provides construction services in a market area extending up the north shore of Lake Superior, and throughout Minnesota and northern Wisconsin.
Builders Commonwealth takes great pride in our work. We strive for durable artistic solutions for each project. Our renovation and restoration work is delicate balance between preservation and functional needs. We blend traditional and innovative materials with energy efficient construction, customized to an owners taste and budget.
From BuildZoom: Builders Commonwealth Inc, 517 Garfield Ave, Duluth, MN (Owned by: Kenny Donald) holds a Residential Contractors license and 5 other licenses according to the Minnesota license board.
Their BuildZoom score of 111 ranks in the top 4% of 77,973 Minnesota licensed contractors.
Their license was verified as active when we last checked. If you are thinking of hiring Builders Commonwealth Inc, we recommend double-checking their license status with the license board and using our bidding system to get competitive quotes.
Builders Commonwealth Inc Services
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Custom Home Build
New Home Construction
Medium Multi-Family New Con...
Other Residential New Const...
Multi-Room Remodel
Kitchen Remodel
Bathroom Remodel
Basement Remodel
Medium Multi-Family Remodel...
Other Residential Remodel
Office Renovation
Restaurant Renovation
Retail Renovation
Other Commercial Renovation
Roofing
Hardwood Flooring
Carpets
Laminate Flooring
Other Flooring
Siding
Framing
Wood Fences
Backsplash and Countertops
Stonework
Tile Flooring
Other Stone and Tile
Drywall
Interior Plaster
Brick and Blockwork
Other Masonry
Foundations
Other Concrete
Architectural Drawings and ...
Demolition
Paving, Driveways, and Side...
Builders Commonwealth Inc Contact Information
Phone Number: (218) 726-1192
Address: 517 Garfield Ave, Duluth, MN 55802
Builders Commonwealth Inc Duluth
Quality
111
96th percentile
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We generally recommend hiring a contractor with a score higher than 95.
Builders Commonwealth Inc has a BuildZoom score of 111, which places them above 96% of 77,973 contractors in Minnesota.
Activity
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3 projects
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2025 |
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5 projects
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2024 |
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4 projects
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2023 |
Our building permit records indicate that Builders Commonwealth Inc has worked on at least
12.0 projects over the past 3 years.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
This is an overview of this contractor's activity. Click here to access our complete licensing and building permit database.
Pricing
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4 projects
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< $5k |
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3 projects
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$5k-$20k |
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2 projects
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$20k-$50k |
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1 project
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$250k-$500k |
The typical size of their permits is approximately $10,407. This graph shows the distribution of these job values.
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Building Permits by Builders Commonwealth Inc
This is a sample of this contractor's permits. Click here to access their complete permit history.
New windows siding trim soffits roofing exterior insulation wood chimney enclosure replacement. some structural replacement/renovation of a lower level roof
Valuation:
$450,000
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2504-0167
Status:
issued
Fee:
$4,444
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel an existing kitchen using an existing (8'3 x 6'6") porch. new 4'1 x 7'0 deck and stairs. remodel an existing bathroom
Valuation:
$40,700
Permit #:
CSBLDGR-2506-0386
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,321
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
8x9 mudroom addition and kitchen remodel
Valuation:
$90,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2108-050
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,929
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Breezeway addition & new garage w upper floor studio
Valuation:
$63,440
Permit #:
BBLDG2007-234
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,528
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel/alteration (no change of occupancy classification) - commercial & 3+ multi-family
2021-06-28
Renovation of 3 existing apartments (5/7/2020 7:53 am lh3) new framing plumbing and hvac
Valuation:
$26,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2005-048
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,324
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Replace deck at first and second floor replace two cantilevered decls with two post supported decks of the same size
Valuation:
$38,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2103-127
Status:
final
Fee:
$671
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Remodel/alteration (no change of occupancy classification) - commercial & 3+ multi-family
2020-08-28
Tortoise and hare retail remodel (1/24/2020 8:19 am lh) renovation of existing retail space for continued retail use - demolish non-bearing interior walls
Valuation:
$40,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2001-057
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,120
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
390sqft addition to existing sf home
Valuation:
$41,766
Permit #:
BBLDG2205-044
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,297
Permit Type:
Addition
Building Type:
N/A
Renovation of duplex & replace exterior stairs
Valuation:
$50,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2307-268
Status:
expired
Fee:
$1,581
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Decking guard patio door stairs & roof replacement replace roofing decking guard rail & patio door on existing structure. addition stairs to grade
Valuation:
$34,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2106-142
Status:
final
Fee:
$1,010
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Repair service
Valuation:
$2,800
Permit #:
BELEC2301-067
Status:
issued
Fee:
$152
Permit Type:
Owner occupied 1 ...
Building Type:
N/A
8x9 mudroom addition and kitchen remodel closed via script on 09/20/2021
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
EEC2108-007
Status:
final
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
8x9 mudroom addition and kitchen remodel
Valuation:
N/A
Permit #:
BSHFP2108-003
Status:
final
Fee:
$52
Permit Type:
Shoreland only
Building Type:
N/A
Replace deck
Valuation:
$5,442
Permit #:
BBLDG2208-013
Status:
expired
Fee:
$199
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Addition egress window to new basement bedroom
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2308-093
Status:
issued
Fee:
$250
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Window/door repair repair stucco
Valuation:
$12,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2102-030
Status:
triage
Fee:
N/A
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Attached garage repair replace a failed cmu wall install new epdm roof membrane guard posts only overhead door & sliding glass door to rooftop deck. owner to have separate permit for railing screening & decking
Valuation:
$28,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2103-128
Status:
closed with no final inspection
Fee:
$884
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Repair detached garage due to fire - like for like
Valuation:
$22,000
Permit #:
BBLDG2005-059
Status:
complete
Fee:
$442
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Chum - vestibule addition (12/6/2019 3:41 pm chm2) one story unheated vestibule addition to rear exit of building
Valuation:
$46,160
Permit #:
BBLDG1912-016
Status:
issued
Fee:
$1,223
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
Hvac (air conditioner/fan/misc work) - 1 or 2 family dwelling
2020-06-03
Install new 2.5 ton central air conditioning
Valuation:
$3,000
Permit #:
BHVAC2006-010
Status:
issued
Fee:
$103
Permit Type:
N/A
Building Type:
N/A
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Verified License
| License # | BC681488 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Minnesota |
| Type | Residential Contractors |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- BuildZoom verified this license was active as of April 2026.
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License Not Verified
| License # | BC681488 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Minnesota |
| Type | Residential Contractors |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of March, 2026. Check the current license status of Builders Commonwealth Inc with the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry
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License Not Verified
| License # | 0005152 |
| Status | Active |
| State | Minnesota |
| Type | Contractors General |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of May, 2018. Check the current license status of Builders Commonwealth Inc with the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry
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License Not Verified
| License # | R449 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Duluth |
| Type | Bldg Contractor |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of December, 2024. Check the current license status of Builders Commonwealth Inc with the The City of Duluth, MN
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License Not Verified
| License # | R1401 |
| Status | Active |
| City | Duluth |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- When BuildZoom last verified this license, it had an expiration date of December, 2024. Check the current license status of Builders Commonwealth Inc with the The City of Duluth, MN
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Inactive License
| License # | MB005152 |
| Status | Inactive |
| State | Minnesota |
| Type | Residential Building Contr |
| Business Type | Corporation |
- According to the Minnesota Department of Labor & Industry, the status of this license was at one point cancelled. However, this information may have changed.
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111
BuildZoom Score
320
Permits
- Building permit records show that Builders Commonwealth Inc has worked on 320 permitted projects.
Builders Commonwealth Inc Employees
AK
Arno S. Kahn
Qualified Builder/Owner
HR
Hugh M. Reitan
KD
Kenny Donald
Owner