Business Referral Directory
Craig's Business Referral Directory
Your best alternative to the Yellow Pages. Check here first!
When it comes to buying, selling, repairing or remodeling your home, who you hire can literally mean the difference of thousands of dollars more or less that you'll pay out of your pocket. Not to mention the quality of service and care that is given to you as well!
Whether you're hiring a mortgage lender to refinance your home, or selecting a reliable plumber, electrician, carpenter, painter, landscaper, carpet company or other contractor to give you the best service and value, it really helps to have the right contacts.
Extraordinary service and caring is often a lost art in business today. Unlike many companies who only look at the work they do or service they provide as a job, the small businesses and craftspeople listed in these pages take great pride in the work they do - and they have promised to do everything they possibly can to please you with their work and service so they can earn your respect, future business and referrals!
Please note: These companies are owned and operated independently of Craig Johnson and the Realty House, Inc., and we cannot guarantee or assume liability for the services and/or products of the businesses listed in these pages. You should always obtain a clear understanding of the services to be offered and products to be used before making any purchase.
| Appraisers |
- Michael S. Bolton, Inc.
Certified Real Estate Appraiser
With over 20 years in the real estate business, we pride ourselves on providing great customer service and quick turnarounds. - Michael S. Bolton
26275 7th Street W
Zimmerman, MN 55398 |
Office: 612-599-2581
Fax: 763-856-3785
Email: appraisal@proEvalue.com
Website: www.proEvalue.com |
- The Appraisal Group, LTD
Commercial & Residential Real Estate Valuation Services
"Appraisal When Promised - Guaranteed"
The Appraisal Group is noted for its experienced professionals whose standards are the highest in the industry.
- Al Kline, MAI, SRA
11212 86th Avenue N, Suite A
Maple Grove, MN 55369 |
Office: 763-545-0690 x101
Toll-Free: 888-777-2125
Fax: 763-543-3880
Email: akline@tagmn.com
Website: www.tagmn.com |
| Attorneys |
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- Lindquist & Vennum, PLLP
Estate Planning - Administration of Trusts & Estates - Estate and Gift Taxation - Fiduciary Income Taxation - Thomas J. Woessner
80 South Eighth Street, Suite 4200
Minneapolis, MN 55402 |
Direct: 612-371-3211
Fax: 612-371-3207
Email: twoessner@lindquist.com
Website: www.lindquist.com |
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- Bassford Remele, PA
Personal Injury - Litigation - Steve Plunkett
33 South Sixth Street, Suite 3800
Minneapolis, MN 55402 |
Direct: 612-376-1635
Fax: 612-746-1235
Email: splunkett@bassford.com
Website: www.bassford.com |
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- Gries and Lenhardt, PLLP
- John Gries
12725 43rd Street NE, Suite 201
St. Michael, MN 55376 |
Office: 763-497-3099
Fax: 763-497-3639
Email: johng@grieslenhardt.com |
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- Goetz & Eckland, PA
Civil Rights - Deborah Eckland
43 Main Street SE, Suite 400
Minneapolis, MN 55414 |
Office: 612-874-1552
Email: deckland@goetzeckland.com |
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- Mackall, Crounse & Moore, PLC
Commerical Litigation and Family Law - Tim A. Staum
1400 AT&T Tower
901 Marquette Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55402 |
Direct: 612-305-1474
Fax: 612-305-1414
Email: tas@mcmlaw.com
Website: www.mcmlaw.com |
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John Brennan
Attorney at Law
11200 W. 78th Street
Suite 300
Eden Prairie, MN 55344
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Direct: 952-942-4747
Fax: 952-942-4740
Email: jboffice@aol.com
Website: www.mcmlaw.com |
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| Automobile-Related Services |
- Apple Valley Goodyear
ASE Certified Master Technician - ASE Advanced Diagnostics Certification - 13 Years of Auto Repair Experience - Bill Petersen, Mechanic
14580 Glenda Drive
Apple Valley, MN 55124 |
Office: 952-432-3262
Fax: 952-432-1717
Website:www.goodyeardealers.com/avtire |
- Valley Automotive Group
Valley Buick Pontiac GMC - Pete Rustad
7500 West 145th Street
Apple Valley, MN 55124 |
Office: 952-432-9500
Cell: 612-202-3186
Fax: 952-953-2175
Website:www. ValleyAutomotiveGroup.com |
| Commercial Real Estate |
- Welsh Companies
- Craig Lien
900 Second Avenue S #1625
Minneapolis, MN 55402 |
Office: 952-837-3055
Email: clien@welshco.com
Website: www.welshco.com |
| Contractors/Remodelers |
- James Barton Design ~ Build, Inc.
Fine Home Remodeling since 1997. More than 100 years of combined team experience with a focus on commitment, service, and integrity. Let our in house design team show you your project before you build. - James Madsen
11512 Galaxie Ave
Apple Valley, MN 55124 |
Office: 952-431-1670
Fax: 952-431-8468
Email: info@jamesbartondesignbuild.com
Website: www.jamesbartondesignbuild.com |
- Klein Group Remodeling
Build on a strong foundation
Quality - Integrity - Service - David Klein
4532 Terracewood Drive
Bloomington, MN 55437 |
Office: 612-220-3496 |
- SELA Roofing and Remodeling
Roofing Systems - Full Service Remodeling - Siding - Gutters - Windows - 4100 Excelsior Boulevard
St. Louis Park, MN 55416 |
Direct: 952-915-7242
Office: 612-823-8046
Fax: 612-823-1078
Website: www.selaroofing.com |
- Miles Construction
Interior-Exterior Remodels & Repairs - Dave Miles
10637 Brunswick Circle
Bloomington, MN 55438 |
Office: 952-888-2427
Fax: 952-888-2925 |
Schmitt Construction, LLC
Residential Remodeling
Eric Schmitt 7438 Vincent Avenue S Richfield, MN 55423
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Cell: 612-275-0911 |
| Delivery Services |
- On Time Delivery Service
- Bonnie Dousi
1050 West 94th Street
Bloomington, MN 55420 |
Office: 952-884-4060
Fax: 952-948-0542
Email: bontime@bontime.com
Website: www.bontime.com |
| Financial Services |
- Foreman & Airhart
Certified Public Accountant - David L. Howard
5270 W. 84th Street, Suite 350
Bloomington, MN 55437 |
Office: 952-948-1844
Fax: 952-948-1846
Email: dhoward@foreman-cpa.com
Website: www.foreman-cpa.com |
- Wachovia Securities , LLC
Providing financial services to families to help achieve their retirement and college planning goals. Contact me with any 401(k) or IRA questions. - Gary Nelson
1625 Radio Drive, Suite 110
Woodbury, MN 55125 |
Office: 651-714-8499
Toll free: 866-776-0076
Fax: 651-714-9574
Email: gary.nelson@wachoviasec.com
Website: www.wachoviasecurities.com
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- Thrivent Financial for Lutherans
- Scott Nicholson, Financial Consultant
5270 W. 84th Street, Suite 420
Bloomington, MN 55437 |
Office: 952-358-3440
Fax: 952-358-3444
Email: scott.nicholson@thrivent.com
Website: www.thrivent.com
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- Virchow, Krause & Company, LLP
Focused on Clients' Specific Needs.
Specialties Include: Tax Preparation, Accounting, Audit Services, Private Investment Banking, Mergers & Acquisitions, Estate & Financial Planning, Technology Management and much more.
- Deborah Nelson, Tax Manager
225 S. Sixth Street, Suite 2300
Minneapolis, MN 55402 |
Office: 612-876-4701
Fax: 612-238-8981
Email: djnelson@virchowkrause.com
Website: www.virchowkrause.com |
- Diversified Wealth Management
- Todd Terhorst, President & Managing Partner
4501 Minnetonka Boulevard
St. Louis Park, MN 55416 |
Office: 612-435-0035
Fax: 612-435-0030
Email: toddt@diversifiedwealthmanagement.com
Website: www.toddterhorst.com |
Edward Jones
Whether you want to plan for retirement, save for college, reduce your tax bills or just acquire extra income to meet monthly expenses, you can expect personalized service and information on investing in quality investments for the long-term.
- Paul Youngs, Financial Advisor
205 S. Lewis Street
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Office: 952-445-8838
Fax: 866-237-5851
Email: paul.youngs@edwardjones.com
Website: www.edwardjones.com |
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Smith Barney
The Hedrick Group at Citi Smith-Barney provides Wealth Management and Retirement Planning to successful individuals, families and businesses.
- John Hedrick
333 S. 7th Street, Suite 2600
Minneapolis, MN 55402 |
Office: 612-349-4892
Toll free: 800-334-1515
Fax: 612-371-8875
Email: john.g.hedrick@smithbarney.com
Website: www.fa.smithbarney.com/thehedrickgroup/ |
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| Home Decorating & Organization |
- Home Squad Real Estate Staging Services & Furnishings
- Dawn Selman-Schwieger
1759 Montecito Drive
Shakopee, MN 55379 |
Cell: 952-334-3645
Email: dawn@thehomesquad.net
Website: www.thehomesquad.net
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Living Palette Design For Landscape & Garden
- Nancy Klaber
2804 Vernon Avenue S
St. Louis Park, MN 55416
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Office: 952-920-8605
Email: nancy@livingpalettedesign.com
Website: www.livingpalettedesign.com
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- Olympic Colors
Gold Medal Performance - Brian Gust
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Office: 952-435-3016
Cell: 612-296-5456
Fax: 952-435-9755 |
- Carpet Mill Connection
"Carpets of Quality and Beauty"
Wood Floors - Vinyl Floors - Pergo Floors - Free In Home Estimates - 40 Years Experience - Bruce Wakefield & Rich Orth
900 W 94th Street
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Office: 952-884-8003
Fax: 952-884-8674 |
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- Ready To Show Homes LLC
Customized cleaning service and staging consultations for real estate prep. Specializing in Hennepin and Ramsey Co. - Mary Martin, Owner
PO Box 11801
Minneapolis, MN 55411 |
Office: 612-529-3150
Website: www.readytoshowhome.com |
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Claude's Ceramic Tile, Inc.
Residential and Commercial Ceramic Tile - Specializing in Remodeling: kitchens, bathrooms & more!
- Tom Christian
9332 Sheffield Circle
Bloomington, MN 55437 |
Office: 952-941-6404
Cell: 612-751-1307
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| Home Inspections |
- Acuity Inspection Associates, Inc.
Building Diagnostics - Environmental - Property Condition Assessments - Home Inspection - Stucco & EIFS - Moisture & Mold - Joan Gemmill, Principal/Engineer
Bob Roemer, Mechanical Engineer
1650 Lake Drive West
Chanhassen, MN 55317 |
Office: 952-361-0270 or 651-222-7975
Toll-Free: 877-322-8489
Fax: 952-361-9777
Website: www.acuityinspection.com |
- Residential Property Inspections
"Your Home Inspection Specialist"
- Jay Blattie
5108 Benton Avenue - Edina, MN 55436
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Office: 612-490-9146
Email: jblattie@comcast.net |
| Home Maintenance & Repair - Indoor |
- Ritzy Clean
Commercial & Residential Services - Carpet - Janitorial - Construction Clean-Up - Upholstery - Wood Floors - Windows - Blinds |
Office: 952-814-9288
612-789-7906
763-512-0788
651-486-4886 |
- ABC Appliance
Appliance Service & Sales- Minor Plumbing - Electrical Repairs & Installation - Exhaust Systems - Lock Replacement - General Carpentry - Rick & Nancy Shumaker, Owners & Operators
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Office: 952-891-4424
763-383-8383 |
- DuctWorks Heating & Air Conditioning
Heating & Cooling Services - Scott Sondrall
5320 Triton Drive
Golden Valley, MN 55422 |
Office: 763-521-0070
Fax: 763-522-6527
Email: ductworks@visi.com
Website: www.ductworks.com |
- Allbright Window Cleaning
Window Cleaning - Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning - Power Washing - Gutter Cleaning - Chandelier Cleaning - Roof Ice & Snow Removal - General Construction Cleanup - Mike Arens
10240 Queen Avenue South
Bloomington, MN 55431 |
Office: 952-888-3000
Fax: 952-881-9442
Email: info@allbright.com
Website: www.allbright.com |
- Courtesy Home Repair
"Many jobs are too big but no job is too small." - Scott Dale
4200 Overlook Drive
Bloomington, MN 55437 |
Office: 952-237-0303
Email: courtesyhr@comcast.net |
- A J Steam Cleaning
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaning - Flood Damage - Fire Damage - Since 1975 - John Mullenmeister
2770 East 180th Street
Prior Lake, MN 55372 |
Office: 952-447-4630
Alternate: 952-447-3179 |
- EIEIO
Permanently Eliminates All Odors & Improves Indoor Air Quality - 100% safe on People, Pets and the Environment - 30 day guarantee - Allen Chapman
PO Box 390071
Minneapolis, MN 55439 |
Cell: 952-831-6205
Website: www.eieodors.com
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- Plunkett's
Pest Control - Scott Norrander
12 Suburban Square
Hopkins, MN 55343 |
Office: 763-571-7100
Website: www.Plunketts.NET |
- HELP! HandyMan Network & HELP! Cleaning Lady
We will save you time and frustration. Let us finish projects and do repairs for you so your free time can be spent with family and friends. - Rob Warmka
6153 W 143rd Street
Savage, MN 55378 |
Office: 952-440-2124
E-mail: robw@help-handyman.com
Website: www.help-handyman.com |
Pop-A-Lock
"Trusted Locksmith" - Commercial - Residential - Automotive - Mark Bellestri
652 36th Avenue NE
Minneapolis, MN 55418 |
Office: 612-331-3093
Fax: 866-306-1519
Email: info@popalockmn.com
Website: www.popalockmn.com |
James Yule
- James Yule
18480 Country Squires Circle
Prior Lake, MN 55372 |
Office: 952-240-0138 |
- Freezing Point Industries, LLC
Winterizing Homes for Your Peace of Mind - Chris Haelterman, Owner
20046 Heritage Drive
Lakeville, MN 55044 |
Office: 952-687-1490
Email: freezingpointindustries@yahoo.com |
| Home Maintenance & Repair - Outdoor |
- Hage Concrete
Marty Hage
5200 W. 74th Street
Edina, MN 55439 |
Office: 612-861-HAGE
Fax: 952-831-1577
Website: http://www.hageconcrete.com
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- Jack Pixley Sweeps
"The Name You Can Trust" - Certified Chimney Sweeps -
Expert consultation to solve your chimney problems, since 1977 |
Office: 763-422-0481
Website: http://jackpixleysweeps.com |
- Jet-Black Sealcoating and Repair
Driveway Sealcoating - Asphalt Repair - Chad Herron, Owner
9033 Lyndale Ave S, Suite 104
Bloomington, MN 55420 |
Office: 952-944-7474
Alternate: 952-888-7325
Website:www.jet-black.com |
- Quality Seasons
Lawn Care - Fertilizer - Salt - Plowing
Serving Bloomington, Eden Prairie & Edina - Derek Blumberg
8011 W 124th Street
Savage, MN 55378 |
Office: 952-895-8200
Cell: 952-239-2777
Fax: 952-808-0516
Email: info@qualityseasons.com
Website: www.qualityseasons.com |
- RMS Outdoor
Residential & Commercial Landscape Maintenance
Lawn Care - Fertilizer/Weed Control - Snow Plowing
Serving Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington,
Lakeville, Prior Lake, Rosemount & Savage - Cory Nelson
4665 Stratford Lane
Eagan, MN 55123 |
Office: 651-452-3313
Email: cory@rmsoutdoor.com
Website: www.rmsoutdoor.com |
- Sherwood Tree
Trim & Removal - Stump Removal - Lot Clearing -
Bolt & Cabling - Winter Oak Trimming -
Shrub Care - Storm Damage - Tom Holberg
12195 Upper 167th Street W
Lakeville, MN 55044 |
Direct: 952-898-1988
Alternate: 952-435-8723 |
1-800-GOT-JUNK
Remove unwanted furniture and appliances -
Garage cleanouts - Commercial services -
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Office: 800-468-5865
Website: www.1800gotjunk.com |
Standard Water Control Systems, Inc.
Basement water control - Egress windows -
battery back up systems - radon mitigation - Mike Hogenson
5337 Lakeland Ave N
Crystal, MN 55429 |
Office: 800-978-7867
Fax: 763-537-1882
Email: mike@standardwater.com
Website: www.standardwater.com |
Standard H & H Well Services
Well sealing - New wells drilled - Pump repair -
Tank replacement - System upgrading -
Well inspections - Chlorination - Kevin Hoppe
4541 199th Lane NW
Anoka, MN 55303 |
Office: 763-753-9222
Website: www.HnHWellServices.com |
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| Landscaping |
- Huston's
Residential & Commercial
Landscaping: Trees, Shrubs, Rock Edging, Seeding
Tree Service: Removal, Trimming, Branch Grinding
Serving Apple Valley, Burnsville, Eagan, Farmington, Lakeville & Rosemount - Jeff Huston & Nyle Huston
14847 Haven Drive
Apple Valley, MN 55124 |
Office: 952-953-4859 |
- Valley Landcare Company
Residential - Commercial - Insured
"Quality Service Guaranteed" - Dan Bushinger
P.O. Box 48182
Minneapolis, MN 55448-0182 |
Direct: 763-755-4491 |
- Weber's Landscaping
- Chad Weber, Owner
2736 150th Street W
Shakopee, MN 55379 |
Cell: 612-875-8081
Office: 952-402-9401
Fax: 952-402-9401 |
| Mortgage Services |
- Cherry Creek Mortgage
"Your Powerful Mortgage Resource" - Bradley K. Dale, Branch Manager
1660 S. Highway 100, Suite 500
St. Louis Park, MN 55416 |
Direct: 952-224-1010
Fax: 952-224-1001
Email: bradd@ccmcmn.com
Website: www.braddale.com |
- Fearon Financial
"Smarter Mortgages" - Lynn Rogers, Personal Lending Consultant
1915 Plaza Drive, Suite 201
Eagan, MN 55112 |
Office: 952-445-4623
Fax: 612-454-1533
Email: lynn@larogers.com
Website: www.larogers.com |
| Printers |
- The Print Shop
Print - Copy - Design - Gene Barlow, Manager
136 W. 98th Street
Eagan, MN 55420 |
Direct: 952-893-0781
Fax: 952-893-9041
Email: edina@tpsmn.com
Website www.tpsmn.com |
| Property Management |
- PH Property Management
Residential Property Management Services - Patrick Hogan, Director
1043 Grand Avenue
St. Paul, MN 55105 |
Direct: 612-423-3447
Fax: 612-821-7401
Email: info@phpropertymanagement.com
Website www.PHPropertyManagement.com |
- RP Management
Residential Property Management, Inc. - David Holt, President
1714 E Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55414 |
Office: 612-379-7890
Toll Free: 800-269-7890
Fax: 612-379-8067
Website: www.rpmgmt.com |
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English Ivy Estate Sellers LLC
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Estate Sales - Moving Sales - Online Auctioneer - Appraisals - Home Cleanouts
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Office: 612-724-1958
Cell: 612-849-1656
Website: www.EnglishIivyOnline.com |
| Security |
- Floyd Total Security
- Duane Swenson, Security Consultant
9036 Grand Ave S
Bloomington, MN 55420 |
Office: 952-881-5625
Direct: 952-887-1139
Fax: 952-881-6524
Email: dswenson@floydtotalsecurity.com |
- Bloomington Security Solutions
- Mike Schons, Service Coordinator
9905 Lyndale Avenue S
Bloomington, MN 55420 |
Office: 952-881-0896
Fax: 952-881-9353 |
| Sports |
- Glen Lake Golf Course
- Brad Pluth, Teaching Professional
14900 Highway 7
Minnetonka, MN 55345 |
Phone: 763-694-7824 |
| Title Services |
- Mid-America Title
- Eleanor LeGault, Title Examiner
- 5120 Edina Industrial Blvd.
Edina, MN 55439 |
Phone: 952-844-1570
Fax: 952-844-1509
Email: midamerica@therealtyhouse.com |
- First American Title Insurance Company
- Cindy Edstrom
3601 W. Minnesota Drive, Suite 100
Bloomington, MN 55435 |
Phone: 952-830-0660
Fax: 866-892-0717
Website: www.firstam.com |
- Franklin Closing Service
- Mary Williams, Closer
1701 E. American Boulevard, Suite 6
Bloomington, MN 55425 |
Phone: 952-808-0354
Fax: 952-808-1083
E-mail: marywilliams@qwest.net |
| Additional Services |
- Action Plus Signs
Full Service Sign Company - Dan Gust
6955 146th Street W
Apple Valley, MN 55124 |
Office: 952-891-4444 |
- Fuzzy Duck Studios
Logo Development - Identity Design - Restaurant & Menu Design - Website Design - Packaging - Brochures - Ad Specialties - Eddie Ulrich
13815 Ridgedale Drive, Suite 1
Minnetonka, MN 55305 |
Direct: 952-449-6800
Fax: 952-449-6888
Email: info@fuzzyduck.com
Website: www.fuzzyduck.com |
- JewelryPayless.com
High-end silver jewelry at super low prices. Free shipping for purchases over $50. Special offer for Craig's clients - receive an extra 20% off by using discount code "CRAIG" at checkout! |
Website: www.JewelryPayless.com |
- Minesh Baxi & Associates
Business Growth Coaching
Now you can enjoy the most powerful support system available for achieving your business goals! - Minesh Baxi
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Toll-Free: 877-968-2500
Fax: 248-828-4015
Email: Minesh@SmallBizU.com
Website: www.mBaxi.com |
- The Barber Nook
- Chuck Mendoza
10570 France Avenue S
Bloomington, MN 55431 |
Appointments: 952-884-7031 |
- Screen Printing & Embroidery
- Mark Hultgren
10225 Chicago Circle
Bloomington, MN 55420 |
Home: 952-881-6721
Cell: 612-790-2013
Fax: 952-884-1433 |
- Stamp Solutions
Custom Rubber Stamps & Marking Products - Janice Streator, Owner
10825 Vincent Avenue S
Bloomington, MN 55431 |
Phone: 952-346-0033
Fax: 952-881-5341
Website: www.stamp-solutions.com |
- King's Rapid Rubbish Removal
"We'll clean up and haul away junk!" |
Minnesota: 651-755-4586
Wisconsin: 715-760-0567 |
- Pro-Fit International
Vehicle-specific mounting brackets for installing communication devices in your vehicle - Scott Knight
1335 Eagandale Court
Eagan, MN 55121 |
Direct: 651-688-3588
Email: ScottKnight@pro-fit-intl.com
Website: www.pro-fit-intl.com |
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Minding Your Own Business
Business Consulting - Marketing Designs -
Office Organization - Desktop Publishing - Newsletters
- Cheryl Van Note
10543 Sheridan Avenue
Bloomington, MN 55431 |
Direct: 952-884-6738
Fax: 952-884-5181
Email: myob@comcast.net
Website: www.myobexpress.com
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PWC - Professional Wireless Communications
Specialists in wireless equipment, sales, service, and design - Mark Greenlee, Vice President
451 Cliff Road E, Suite 101
Burnsville, MN 55337 |
Office: 952-746-2500
Fax: 952-746-2300
Email: markg@prowirelesscomm.com
Website: www.prowirelesscomm.com |
- Wildlife Removal Services
Professional wildlife control services. Removal, remediation & repair of your home or business involving squirrels, raccoons, woodchucks, moles, gophers, rodents, bats, birds & more. - Michael Tucker
3500 W. 108th Street
Bloomington, MN 55431 |
Office: 952-884-3707 Email: tucker@uscorp.net
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