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Radiant Heat for Remodeling & Comfort
For homeowners looking to refresh their living spaces with a splash of vibrant hues, this report is nothing short of a treasure trove.

Pantone Releases Spring/Summer 2024 Color Trend Report
For homeowners looking to refresh their living spaces with a splash of vibrant hues, this report is nothing short of a treasure trove.

Murphy Bros. is 209 in Qualified Remodeler TOP 500 for 2023
"Any time you improve nearly 100 ranking points in company performance in one year people take notice,” said Murphy Bros. President Ben Murphy."

Murphy Bros. Wins 3rd Client Satisfaction Award!
Murphy Bros. Honored again as Top Client Satisfaction Leader

Winner 2023 BBB Torch Award for Ethics in Business
For the second time Murphy Bros. has won the BBB Torch Award!

May is Home Remodeling Month. So what are you doing about it?
Do you have the right plan to take advantage of it?

Spring Cleaning with Old Paint
Not you Nelly. We're talking about the old paint that comes in cans, that has been littering your barn for the past 10 years.

Cost Vs. Value 2023
The Minneapolis/St. Paul CVV report is out with a couple of surprises for kitchen/bath remodels

We are a finalist for the BBB Ethics Award—Again!
Having won this Ethics in Business honor back in 2017 we are now up for it again.

Best of Houzz 2023 Awarded to Murphy Bros.
This is our latest Best of Houzz award for which we are most grateful!


2022 Cost Vs. Value Report
The annual report just came out and to no one's surprise costs & values continue to rise

Murphy Bros. recognized with 8th Guildmaster Satisfaction Award
Why measuring client satisfaction matters.


2021 Tile Style Guide
The latest trends in Minneapolis and St. Paul homes that might just surprise you!


The Ideal Home Office Is Lacking One Thing
Sure it’s remotely functional, but does it make your brain happy?



2021 Cost Vs. Value Report
A synopsis of the 2021 Cost Vs. Value Report shows changes on both ends

Is the cost of a can of paint really going up 40%?
Even though price increases are coming there's still some good news

Wet bars are back! And they have a whole new look!
The solid wood alternative to quartz or granite

Moisture control in the winter
This house is too dry. This house is too humid. This one is just right!

Penny Wise — A cautionary tale of homeowner supplied labor & materials
What works and what doesn’t in saving money during a remodel

We're Moved In!
After a year and a half of rebuilding efforts Murphy Bros. has moved into it's new facility!



Sky Rocketing Lumber Prices Affect Remodeling
Why did this happen and could it affect your remodel?


Your Home is More Than a Sanctuary. Now it is EVERYTHING.
If only your home was actually built for “everything.”


Caring for Mom & Dad in Pandemic Times
Do we bring them home to live with us or keep them safe in their facility?


An Update on Rebuilding Efforts & Remodeling During This Pandemic
This is a personal message from the owner John Murphy for May of 2020



Leaner. Stronger. Better.
Recovering from our recent office fire sheds new light on everything

Anotomy of an Office Fire
On May 23, 2019 a rag sponaneously combusted burning down our office in Blaine.

You Can Save Money By Waiting to Remodel When...
...Fish begin riding bicycles as pigs circel overhead

Paint Paralysis is Real & You Might Have it!
Scared of Picking a Paint Color? You're Not Alone.





Homeowner Pessimism Hits 10-Year High!
What's the impact among homeowners considering a remodel?