HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY
Since 1992, American West Inc has been remodeling and building homes in the Twin Cites metro area. Each home we remodel is unique and reflects each customer's distinct personality and lifestyle. We believe remodeling is all about you - your family, your taste, your comfort, and your budget. Remodeling is a detailed process and we strive for it to be an enjoyable and rewarding for all involved. Consequently, we strive to communicate the process clearly. Our goal is to meet or exceed our customers' expectations each step of the way.
REPUTATION
American West takes pride not only in the fact that we are recognized for beautifully detailed homes, but also for devotion to our customers. We value our customers! We realize that building a home, or extensive remodeling is often the largest investment most people will ever make - we feel privileged to receive their trust and look forward to earning yours. We are dedicated to insuring that the craftsmanship and service we provide is of the highest caliber. We use only the finest building materials and our team is compromised of a superior group of craftsman. Please see our testimonials for references.The majority of our work is by referral only.
WHERE WE WORK
We are able to stay completely on top of our projects because we only service customers within a 20 minute drive of our office. Our company staff and our team of subcontractors are also local. Staying local allows us to provide the superior service and quality we have become known for.
OUR REMODELING PARTNERS
American West Inc. collaborates with the finest subcontractors, distributors, suppliers and manufacturers in the Twin Cities. We have long standing relationships with a select group of craftsmen who are truly best in class. Over the years, we have become a smooth working team consistently able to create homes that you will always enjoy living in.
We would be honored to work with you on creating your new home, or remodeling the one you have. We look forward to hearing from you.
Since 1992, American West Inc has been remodeling and building homes in the Twin Cites metro area. Each home we remodel is unique and reflects each customer's distinct personality and lifestyle. We believe remodeling is all about you - your family, your taste, your comfort, and your budget. Remodeling is a detailed process and we strive for it to be an enjoyable and rewarding for all involved. Consequently, we strive to communicate the process clearly. Our goal is to meet or exceed our customers' expectations each step of the way.
REPUTATION
American West takes pride not only in the fact that we are recognized for beautifully detailed homes, but also for devotion to our customers. We value our customers! We realize that building a home, or extensive remodeling is often the largest investment most people will ever make - we feel privileged to receive their trust and look forward to earning yours. We are dedicated to insuring that the craftsmanship and service we provide is of the highest caliber. We use only the finest building materials and our team is compromised of a superior group of craftsman. Please see our testimonials for references.The majority of our work is by referral only.
WHERE WE WORK
We are able to stay completely on top of our projects because we only service customers within a 20 minute drive of our office. Our company staff and our team of subcontractors are also local. Staying local allows us to provide the superior service and quality we have become known for.
OUR REMODELING PARTNERS
American West Inc. collaborates with the finest subcontractors, distributors, suppliers and manufacturers in the Twin Cities. We have long standing relationships with a select group of craftsmen who are truly best in class. Over the years, we have become a smooth working team consistently able to create homes that you will always enjoy living in.
We would be honored to work with you on creating your new home, or remodeling the one you have. We look forward to hearing from you.
ABOUT THE OWNER: Jon Bartelt
Starting with two bachelor degrees from Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota. Jon has developed excellent communication, problem solving, project management and interpersonal skills to fast become one of the area’s respected builders and remodelers. Jon discovered his love and skill in carpentry in 1991 when he left his position in the marketing department of Dayton Hudson to start a construction company restoring historic residential real estate in Minneapolis. Jon’s first restoration project was also his oldest to date, originally built in 1892. The home provided many challenges and Jon learned first hand how craftsmen built homes. He mirrored their attention to detail and the strength of construction. The results of his work was celebrated when the project was selected to be on the Minneapolis Home Tour.
American West Inc. is the result of years of hard, hands on work in the trades which gives Jon the construction and design skills to see the potential of unused spaces, what is possible within all ranges of budgets and the unique ability to be a solution provider.
Jon believes in building and nurturing lasting relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and city officials assuring great results on every project.
Jon has also been a feature contractor on the nationwide cable television “HGTV” home improvement channel.
Something else you might not know about Jon is he earned the Eagle rank in the Boy Scouts at age 16.
Starting with two bachelor degrees from Concordia College, Moorhead, Minnesota. Jon has developed excellent communication, problem solving, project management and interpersonal skills to fast become one of the area’s respected builders and remodelers. Jon discovered his love and skill in carpentry in 1991 when he left his position in the marketing department of Dayton Hudson to start a construction company restoring historic residential real estate in Minneapolis. Jon’s first restoration project was also his oldest to date, originally built in 1892. The home provided many challenges and Jon learned first hand how craftsmen built homes. He mirrored their attention to detail and the strength of construction. The results of his work was celebrated when the project was selected to be on the Minneapolis Home Tour.
American West Inc. is the result of years of hard, hands on work in the trades which gives Jon the construction and design skills to see the potential of unused spaces, what is possible within all ranges of budgets and the unique ability to be a solution provider.
Jon believes in building and nurturing lasting relationships with customers, employees, subcontractors and city officials assuring great results on every project.
Jon has also been a feature contractor on the nationwide cable television “HGTV” home improvement channel.
Something else you might not know about Jon is he earned the Eagle rank in the Boy Scouts at age 16.
What Our Customers Say About Us:
Being new to the area we feel incredibly fortunate to have chosen American West and Jon Bartelt to be our builder.
Jon is a solution provider. He stays involved in every aspect of the job, pays attention to detail and is always willing to give his valuable insights and ideas. Jon’s knowledge and honesty about the building process was refreshing. We trust him and welcome him in our home. What we have enjoyed most is Jon really cares about his work, our home and our home building experience. We give American West and Jon Bartelt our highest recommendation. - Dr. Richard and Sharron Peterson, St. Louis Park Exceptional work. Attention to detail greatly appreciated.
- William Wolpert, Coldwell Banker Burnet |
I would highly recommend Jon Bartelt as a home builder/contractor. I know him to be a conscientious and diligent professional. He is meticulous and detail-oriented, and his experience and knowledge of construction are unrivaled.
Jon was closely involved throughout the entire process, from our initial meeting until final walk though and worked closely with me to design project plans that fit my specifications and budget. I hope you will consider Jon for your construction and remodeling needs. - Kevin McGregor, St. Louis Park Your work is fabulous and Rickey and I are glad to ask you to do more projects for us. I think you service level is outstanding, and your quality of work is very high.
You can bet that we will recommend you to anyone looking for quality carpentry. Thanks! - TJ Perret & Rickey Young (former Minnesota Viking), St. Paul |
Really good job coordinating subcontractors. The crews have been extremely professional and diligent. All involved seem committed to doing a quality job.
- Margaret S., Edina Jon stands by his work and his employees were great to work with. It was our first time using a contractor and with all the scary stories you hear, we were able to trust these guys and they got the job done. They were accommodating to our needs (napping baby) Great Job!!
- Mary Sacket, Edina Knowledgeable and easy to work with.
- M. Ricker, New Hope |