Licensed general contractor and real estate operator serving Northern MN and WI. We do the work ourselves and answer our own phone.
New builds, full rehabs, decks, additions, and everything in between. We handle projects of all sizes across Northern MN and WI on time, on budget, no games.
Buying, selling, investing — we know this market from both sides of the deal. Lake property, investment acquisitions, and creative deal structures.
Trustworthy. Hardworking. Honest. Fair. These aren't slogans — they're the rule on every job. We've built a reputation on those four things and we protect it on every project.
We've been on the tools, managed the subs, negotiated the deals, and held the paper. That full-stack experience is what separates us.
As both licensed contractors and licensed real estate operators, we evaluate projects through every lens — build cost, ARV, cash flow, and execution risk. That combination is rare.
We operate specifically in Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin — lake and rural markets. We know the contractors, the suppliers, the seasons, and the real estate dynamics in this region.
When we commit to a timeline or a number, we stand behind it. Every project gets a real person, a real plan, and real follow-through — not a call center or an out-of-state crew.
Whether you're a homeowner, buyer, or investor, we think about how a project affects your bottom line. We don't spec what you don't need and we won't cut what you do.
Construction estimate, real estate inquiry, or just a question — we respond fast and we don't waste your time.
Contact Big BirchFrom ground-up new construction to full rehabs and targeted upgrades — we execute the work ourselves with licensed crews and real accountability.
We work with homeowners, investors, and developers across Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin. No job is too rural, no project too specific — if it's in our territory and it's done right, we'll take it on.
All work executed under Big Birch Building Co. LLC with licensed and insured crews. We pull permits, follow code, and document everything.
Custom composite and wood decks, screen porches, pergolas, and outdoor structures. Specialty of the house — built for Northern Minnesota weather.
Boathouses, docks, shoreline structures, seasonal cabins, and lake home renovations.
Complete gut-and-rebuild rehabs for investors and owner-occupants. Investor-grade scope management.
Ground-up residential and light commercial builds. Site prep through final walkthrough.
Room additions, garage expansions, second stories, and structural modifications.
Commercial buildouts, garage condos, small industrial, and mixed-use development.
Ongoing property maintenance, seasonal prep, and handyman services. Reliable, licensed, and accountable on every call.
No surprises. No runarounds. Here's exactly what working with Big Birch looks like.
We talk through your project, timeline, and budget. No pitch — just a real conversation about fit.
We come out, walk the property, and put together a detailed written scope with line items.
We execute. Regular updates, clean jobsites, licensed crews. You know where we're at every step.
We don't call it done until you're satisfied. Punch list complete, documentation delivered.
Carlton, St. Louis, Lake, and Pine Counties. Duluth metro through the Iron Range and into lake country.
Northwestern WI lake region. Licensed and booking now.
Project outside these areas? Contact us — we evaluate case by case.
Send us details and we'll respond within one business day.
Get an EstimateWe operate as both licensed real estate agents and active investors in this market. Better advice, sharper eyes, and a clearer picture of what a property is actually worth.
The difference between a generalist agent and an operator-agent is significant. We own and manage properties in this market. We run rehab projects here. We know what buyers want, what sellers worry about, and what a deal looks like when the numbers work.
Affiliated with Elite Realty in Champlin, MN. Real estate licensed in Minnesota; Wisconsin real estate license in progress.
Whether you're looking for your first lake cabin or your next rental property — we've got the operator perspective you need.
Get in TouchA selection of construction, rehab, and real estate projects across Northern Minnesota. Real projects. Real numbers. Real outcomes.
Big Birch is actively booking and executing projects across Carlton, Pine, and St. Louis Counties. Full photo documentation and case studies will be published here as jobs complete. We document everything — scope, materials, timeline, and outcome.
Accepting estimates now for Summer 2026 builds — text Paul directly: 218-464-3036
Full gut rehabs on distressed properties — acquired, rehabbed, and repositioned for rental income or resale. We document scope, cost, and outcome on every deal.
New residential construction including primary homes, lake cabins, and guest structures. Designed for Northern MN climate and built to last.
Decks, screened porches, pergolas, boathouses, and docks. Built to handle the weather and designed to look right on the property for decades.
If you've got something worth building, we want to talk.
Start a ConversationLicensed. Bonded. Insured. Hands-on construction and real estate across Northern Minnesota and Wisconsin. No shortcuts.
Licensed general contractor in Minnesota and Wisconsin. We build decks and outdoor structures in Carlton, Pine, St. Louis, and Lake Counties and Northern Wisconsin.
Paul Michelizzi owns the company and runs every job. Whether the work is done by Paul, his crew, or a trade partner, it’s built to code and it’s his responsibility.
Every job carries a one-year workmanship warranty.
Booking Summer 2026 projects now.
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Licensed Real Estate Salesperson · Elite Realty
Certificate of Insurance available on request
We operate specifically in Northern Minnesota and Northwestern Wisconsin — the lakes, the Iron Range, the rural market. This is home.
Contractor, investor, buyer, or seller — if you operate in Northern Minnesota or Wisconsin, we want to know you.
Get in TouchConstruction estimate, real estate question, or investment inquiry — we respond within one business day and we don't waste your time.
Northern Minnesota & Northwestern Wisconsin
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