General Contractor in Bloomington, MN: Remodeling, Additions & Exteriors
Bischel Building is a family-owned general contractor serving Bloomington homeowners and businesses with remodeling, additions, roofing, siding, windows, basement finishing and storm damage repairs.
- Family owned & operated since 2005
- BBB accredited
- Licensed MN contractor BC634092
- Based in Farmington, MN
- Free estimates
Our Farmington office is about 14 miles from Bloomington.
Bloomington's mid-century ramblers and split-levels are some of the best candidates in the metro for smart updates and additions.
Bloomington homes and what they need
Bloomington, home to the Mall of America and Normandale Lake, is Minnesota's fourth-largest city and was largely built after World War II. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2020–2024 5-year estimates, about 29% of its homes were built before 1960 and another 38% from 1960 to 1979, with a median build year of 1972, the oldest median among our Tier 1 cities. About 66% of occupied homes are owner-occupied.
Mid-century ramblers and split-levels typically have small, closed kitchens, a single main bathroom, limited insulation and older windows. Their solid construction makes them excellent for kitchen remodels, bathroom additions, basement remodels and additions, including second-story additions and primary suites.
Services Bloomington homeowners ask for most
- Kitchen remodels that open up mid-century layouts
- Additions, including primary suites and garages
- Bathroom remodels and added bathrooms
- Windows, siding and roofing
- Basement remodeling and egress windows
- Aging-in-place updates for one-level living
Recent work in Bloomington
A whole-home remodel in Bloomington, including the kitchen and a walk-in tile shower.
Updating a mid-century home
Mid-century homes often have surprises behind the walls, like older wiring, undersized ductwork or minimal insulation. We plan for that during the estimate, open walls carefully, and handle updates with licensed trades so your remodel meets today's code. Ramblers are also naturally suited to one-level living, so a few aging-in-place changes, like a walk-in shower, wider doors and a no-step entry, can let you stay for decades.
Why Bloomington homeowners choose Bischel Building
We're a family-owned, BBB-accredited general contractor based in Farmington. We coordinate design with outside architects and designers, pull permits when required and manage every trade, and we put together a custom plan for each home.
Permits in Bloomington
Bloomington's Building and Inspections division issues residential permits for additions, new homes, remodels, garages, decks, roofing and siding through the online CityView portal, with separate electrical, HVAC and plumbing permits as needed. See the city's Building and Inspections page.
Frequently asked questions
How do I apply for a building permit in Bloomington?
Bloomington takes residential permit applications through its online CityView portal and no longer accepts paper applications. We prepare and submit the application for our projects.
How long is a Bloomington building permit valid?
The city says permits expire 180 days after issuance, with the clock resetting after each inspection. We keep inspections moving so your permit stays active.
Do you work on Bloomington commercial properties?
Yes. We handle commercial construction, remodeling, tenant improvements and exterior repairs and maintenance for businesses, HOAs and property managers.
Can you add a second story to my Bloomington rambler?
Often, yes, depending on the existing structure and foundation. We'll evaluate your home and talk through options, including adding on at ground level.
Areas we serve
Along with Bloomington, we serve Burnsville, Eagan, Richfield, Edina and Savage, and every town on our service area page within 60 miles of Lakeville and Farmington.
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Planning a project in Bloomington?
Tell us what you have in mind and we'll set up a time to visit. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with weekend appointments by request.