Bringing Your Vision to Life.

WHAT WE OFFER
We take a collaborative, full-service approach—ensuring your project is executed with quality, efficiency, and transparency from start to finish.
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Custom Home Construction

Your dream home should be as unique as you are. Whether you envision a lakefront retreat, a modern farmhouse, or a timeless estate, we build homes tailored to your style, needs, and lifestyle.

Hartman Build project - Remodels & Renovations.
Remodels & Renovations

Sometimes, the best home is the one you already have—just reimagined. Whether it's a kitchen transformation, an open-concept remodel, or a full-home renovation, we blend innovative design with high-end craftsmanship.

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Commercial Construction

A well-designed space elevates your business, enhances productivity, and creates lasting impressions. We specialize in high-quality commercial builds, expansions, and renovations that align with your business goals.

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Design-Build Services

With our integrated approach, we handle both design and construction, streamlining your project and ensuring efficiency from planning to completion.

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General Contracting & Project Management

We oversee every detail, ensuring projects stay on schedule, within budget, and aligned with your vision. Our hands-on approach guarantees quality execution without surprises.

Our Process

Building or renovating a home is a big investment, and we make the process seamless from start to finish.

Our structured approach ensures clarity, efficiency, and exceptional results at every stage.

Consultation

Define your goals, budget, and timeline.

Design & Planning

Collaborate with top architects & designers.

Pre-Construction Prep

Permitting, material selection, and scheduling.

Build Phase

Expert craftsmanship, proactive problem-solving.

Final Walkthrough & Completion

Your vision, brought to life.

What our clients say

“Our experience with Hartman Custom Builders was seamless from beginning to end. Derek Hartman and his team were extremely professional, knowledgeable and helpful with our home remodel. His suggestions and attention to detail throughout the process made for a fabulous end product! We highly recommend Hartman Custom Builders.”

Charlie, Leech Lake

“We were blessed to have Derek and his team build our off sale liquor store here in Lake George over the winter of 2018-19. Throughout the project, Derek was a true professional from the planning to the final punch list. They were true craftsmen, always on time, always left a clean jobsite, met their deadlines, and responded to questions and changes promptly and respectfully. We asked him for a liquor store that didn't look like a liquor store and he delivered. To this day the common response from first time visitors is "this is the cutest little liquor store in Minnesota." I would hire Hartman Custom Builders again without question.”

Jim, Lake George

“We have had the pleasure of having Derek Hartman as our General Contractor for our “Dream Home” project. He has treated us with the utmost respect and has provided us with exceptional service! Throughout our project he kept us updated, provided a clean work environment, and delivered a beautiful home for us to enjoy. He is a true craftsman and it shows, especially with the wood and tile work. Every seam and corner is perfectly aligned! So, if you are considering using his services, we would highly recommend him, you will not be disappointed!”

Don & Gillian, Lake George

“Out of dozens of builder recommendations, I chose Hartman Custom Builders because of Derek's demeanor and communication style. He indicated willingness to work with me to satisfy the dream I had for my home. His efforts, and those of his crew, brought my vision to life in a very visceral way. What meant the most to me was flexibility and attention to detail. Derek's ability to see my finished home through my eyes resulted in a few happy surprises along the way. With Derek's expertise, the creation of my sanctuary was a positive experience from start to finish.”

Sue, Portage Lake

“Hartman Custom Builders put their high quality skilled craftsmanship all into a timely fashion to get the job done! My husband and I were so pleased with the way they built our cabin to fit our use that we contracted them for a second job to remodel our kitchen floors. Their work is perfection at its finest!”

Denise, Crookston

“Our experience with Derek was an extremely positive one. Not only were we pleased with his work, he was well organized with helpful, creative ideas. Throughout our project, he was prompt and professional, which made the whole experience very pleasant and smooth as possible.”

Rick & Donna, Lake George

"Our experience with Hartman Custom Builders, LLC was marked by high integrity and excellent quality work. Derek Hartman began our relationship with Hartman Custom Builders, LLC by scheduling a professional bid appointment, providing a very competitive bid, and demonstrating a willingness to work through options. We appreciated the neatness with which the site was maintained and the pleasant demeanor of the team. We also appreciated that Derek was available when requested, and timely with returning phone calls and emails. Hartman Custom Builders, LLC made us feel like a highly valued customer and we will certainly contact them for bids on future work, as well as continue to recommend them to others."

Dan & Barb, Lake Plantagenet