We serve the Twin Cities metro area of Minneapolis and St. Paul, with a primary focus on the west metro.

Based in Edina, we intentionally limit our service area so we can stay closely involved with every build—showing up regularly, managing the details, and spending more time on site instead of in the car. Staying local helps us stay hands-on, responsive, and fully invested in each project.

From our first conversation to move-in day, most custom homes take about 16–18 months. That includes 4–6 months for pre-construction planning and design, followed by 10–12 months of construction. That timeline depends on size, complexity, design decisions, weather, and permitting.

Renovations and additions vary more widely, but we’ll always give you a realistic estimate up front.

There’s no one-size-fits-all number, but most of our custom builds start around $350 per square foot and go up depending on design complexity, finishes, and site conditions. We’ll talk budget early and often, and I’ll help guide selections to keep things aligned with your goals.

Renovation and addition pricing varies more widely, so we’ll evaluate those on a case-by-case basis.

We’re open to both—but what matters most is making sure the process feels clear and comfortable for you.

Fixed-price contracts offer more cost certainty, while cost-plus contracts offer more flexibility and visibility into real-time expenses. We’ll walk through the pros and cons so you can make the best decision based on your project, your priorities, and how much day-to-day involvement you want.

Either way, we lead with transparency, track the numbers closely, and make sure you always know where things stand.

We don’t have a strict minimum—but we’re not in the handyperson business.

We focus on custom homes, additions, and full-home renovations that require thoughtful planning and project management.

That said, if the timing works out, we’re happy to consider smaller renovation projects that align with our process and schedule.

We don’t offer in-house design services—but we work closely with your architect and interior designer. If you don’t already have a team in place, we’re happy to refer trusted partners.

And while we’re not the design lead, we do have an eye for detail. We love being part of the selections process—offering input to ensure your choices are not just beautiful, but functional, durable, and sourced from reputable brands. Because your faucet shouldn’t fall apart before your first dinner party.

We don’t provide financing directly, but we’re happy to refer you to local lenders who understand the custom homebuilding process.

If you’re already working with a lender, we’ll coordinate as needed to keep the process moving smoothly.

To keep the schedule on track and responsibilities clear, we don’t allow homeowners to take on parts of the construction themselves.

While it might seem like a good way to save money or stay involved, it almost always leads to scheduling delays, quality control issues, and confusion over who’s responsible for what.

My job is to manage the entire process—and that means making sure every part is handled by trusted professionals who are fully accountable.

I take on a limited number of projects at a time so I can stay hands-on and fully available to each client.

You won’t be wondering who’s managing your build—I’ll be in the loop on every detail, leading communication, solving problems, and keeping things moving. That’s the benefit of working with a small, focused builder: you actually get the builder.

Absolutely. As the homeowner, you have the right to access your property during construction.

To keep things safe and productive, we ask that all visits be scheduled in advance. We’ll coordinate walk-throughs at key milestones and make sure the appropriate subcontractors are available to answer questions and review progress with you.

Yes—changes can be made, but they need to be documented in writing.

We charge reasonable change order fees to cover the extra time it takes to update vendors, adjust schedules, and ensure the work is done correctly.

Our goal is to stay flexible without letting the project go off the rails.

Yes—we handle all permitting and coordinate all required inspections throughout the project. It’s part of managing a well-run build. We stay on top of the logistics so nothing slips through the cracks, and you don’t have to worry about chasing paperwork or dealing with the city.

Delays are part of construction—but we plan for them and manage them behind the scenes. We build buffer time into the schedule so that small setbacks—like weather or material delays—don’t throw the whole project off track.

You’ll receive regular updates on key milestones and any major changes to the timeline, but we don’t over-communicate every hiccup along the way. Our job is to keep things moving smoothly without adding unnecessary stress.

If you’ve made it this far, you’ve probably already guessed—we have our ducks in a row.

Arleigh Homes is fully licensed and insured as a residential building contractor in the state of Minnesota.

We follow Minnesota’s statutory new home warranty guidelines.

That means coverage for one year on workmanship and materials, two years on mechanical systems (plumbing, electrical, HVAC), and ten years on structural components.