Category: Minnesota

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® Businesses: 2020

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Known for its love of lutefisk, the best accent in all of the midwest, and having almost 12,000 lakes, Minnesota is a wonderful state. In addition to being home to the country’s largest mall, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Bob Dylan, and the High Priest of Pop himself — Prince, the North Star State is also home to a number of truly incredible local businesses — from acupuncturists to window cleaners — that work to serve their communities and make the world a better place.

Top Rated Local® is here to recognize the many local businesses that work to make Minnesota such a phenomenal place to live and visit. There are so many amazing businesses that serve the people of Minnesota, but only the best of the best have made it on our list of Top Rated Local award winners for 2020. Today, we’re ecstatic to announce our 2020 award winners in Minnesota.

To calculate our 2020 winners, we’ve looked at each business’ Rating Score™, which is determined by the total number of verified review sites the business is listed on, the total number of ratings/reviews the business has on those review sites, and the business’ average overall star rating. The more review sites a business is listed on, the more reviews or ratings a business has, and the higher the average star rating, the higher the Rating Score will be, with the highest being 100.00.

There are a large number of businesses that work hard to serve the people of Minnesota and provide them with everything they need to thrive, and this year, we’ve identified 393 total businesses that have made the cut. These one-of-a-kind, local businesses have clearly made an impact on the customers and clients they serve each and every day, as evidenced by their impressive average Rating Score of 97.65 and average star rating of 4.91. For comparison, businesses across Top Rated Local average a 69.92 Rating Score and a 4.26 star rating. These businesses are truly the best of the best.

There are so many stand-out businesses in Minnesota that deserve to be recognized for their success, but we’re especially excited to give a shoutout to the number one award-winner in Minnesota for 2020 — Crimsoncare Family Dental. A family dental clinic that offers a range of services — from pediatric dentistry to dental implants — to care for its patients, Crimsoncare Family Dental is Maple Grove’s premier source for dental care for the whole family. Crimsoncare Family Dental has received 1,203 reviews across five verified reviews sites with an average star rating of 5.00, which has earned it a phenomenal Rating Score of 100.00 and the bragging rights of being the number one Top Rated Local business in all of Minnesota for 2020.

Congratulations to all of our award winners in Minnesota for 2020, and we commend you for the outstanding service and support you provide for your community day in and day out.

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® Computer IT Services Award Winner: Nanosystems

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Nanosystems is a 2019 award winner for computer IT services in Minnesota!

Whether you want to make your computer faster or you’re in need of laptop repair, you won’t find a better company to work with in Minneapolis than Nanosystems.

Nanosystems has received more than 100 reviews with an average rating of 4.86 stars, earning them a fantastic Rating Score™ of 96.61 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top five computer IT services in all of Minnesota!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“I have been to several electronic repair shops, and people are normally just money hungry. These guys aren’t. These guys are very knowledgeable and are fairly priced. They are very polite and are willing to work with you and your needs. I highly recommend them!” – Edwin O.

Not Your Average Computer Repair Shop

We wanted to learn what makes this award-winning business tick, so we took a few minutes to talk with Reshawn, the owner of Nanosystems.

To kick off our conversation, we asked Reshawn about what makes Nanosystems unique compared to the many other computer IT services in Minnesota. Reshawn told us that they offer free pickup and delivery.

They offer great service as well, as you can tell by their more than 100 five-star reviews.

Reshawn went on to say:

“Don’t take your parents’ technology. Call us.”

Building Success by Posting Daily

Reshawn credits Nanosystems’ strong online reputation to their commitment to posting daily.

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Nanosystems has grown through Home Advisor.

There are many business owners looking to grow their business and build their online reputation. When we asked what advice Reshawn has for them, he emphasized the importance of using PayPal and Home Advisor.

Congratulations to Nanosystems for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Reshawn, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Nanosystems in Minneapolis. Visit their website today!

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® Painting Contractors Award Winner: Brushed Monkey

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Brushed Monkey is an award winner for painting contractors in 2019.

The right pop of color can absolutely transform your home. If your walls are in need of an update, this award-winning company has you (and your walls) covered.

Brushed Monkey has received many overwhelmingly positive reviews across five different verified sites with an average rating of 4.86 stars, earning them an impressive Rating Score™ of 100.00 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking as one of the top three painting contractors in Minnesota!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“We are so pleased with the work done. We had our entire condo painted, including the doors and baseboards. We did two accent walls with red Venetian plaster, which is our favorite part of our home so far. We were living in New York while most of the work was completed, which made it a little more difficult, but Donnie was great at answering all of our questions, and we had a lot as first time home owners! All of the painters were great and did a good job of cleaning up. Brushed Monkey will be our go-to painters in the future.” – R.M.

It is because of excellent reviews like this that Brushed Monkey is now able to call themselves a Top Rated Local award winner!

Not Your Average Painting Company

We were excited to learn all about Brushed Monkey and how they have gotten where they are today, so we sat down with the owner, Donnie Kimbler Olson. Donnie told us that Brushed Monkey exists because Donnie fell in love with painting a white wall. He got his start as a muralist and, two years ago, officially opened the doors to Brushed Money, which used to be a much smaller operation. Since then, it has grown to include a skilled team of artists, designers, and HR, administrative and sales teams

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that makes Brushed Monkey stand apart from its competitors. Donnie said:

“It’s the care ingredient. You have to care about what you’re doing. It all starts with how you wake up in the morning.”

He went on to tell us more about his awesome team, saying that 80 percent have a college degree and 55 percent are women. He said that this is the kind of business that allows artists to really put their fingerprints on the company.

We asked Donnie if he could tell us a bit more about the Brushed Monkey business mission. He said:

“We boldly strive to offer the BEST in quality, service, and value. We create lifelong relationships by being a professional, reliable, and an honest resource to our clients, while adding value and beauty to their homes and workplaces. Our team has talent that is unmatched, ensuring that the final product is something to be proud of.”

Building Success And Giving Back

Brushed Monkey has earned a phenomenal reputation, so we were excited to hear about some of the ways they have gotten their name out and grown their company. Donnie said that they have benefited the most from organic reviews and word of mouth. They have also gained some recognition by being involved in local charitable efforts. Donnie told us that they have always been active with Make-A-Wish, they paint childrens’ rooms, and they donate coupons for silent auctions at schools.

There are many businesses out there that are looking to build as impressive a reputation as Brushed Monkey has managed to. We asked if Donnie could share any expert advice with these companies. Here’s what he had to say:

“Remember to set aside a portion of your day to develop a from-the-desk point of view. A lot of painters exhaust themselves out in the field, but haven’t spent the time behind the desk to get the next job lined up.”

Congratulations to Brushed Monkey for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and special thanks to Donnie for taking the time to speak with us!

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® Window Cleaners Award Winner: Kahuna Window Cleaning

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Kahuna Window Cleaning is a 2019 award winner for window cleaners in Minnesota!

When you want professional window cleaning services you can rely on in Blaine, there’s no better company to turn to than Kahuna Window Cleaning.

Kahuna Window Cleaning has received almost 150 reviews with a perfect average rating of 5.00 stars, earning them a stellar Rating Score™ of 96.00 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 10 window cleaners in all of Minnesota!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“This was a great experience. They showed up when they said they would and provided pictures of who was showing up. They were respectful of our time and did a fantastic job on the windows. We were very pleased.” – Karla M.

Not Your Average Window Cleaning Company

We wanted to learn all about Kahuna Window Cleaning and its impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with the owner, Andrew Misiura.

The first question we had for Andrew was what is it that sets Kahuna Window Cleaning apart from their competition in Minnesota. Here’s Andrew’s response:

“Our hiring process is very strict. We hire one in 75 applicants. Because we do that, we are able to provide our customers with better experiences and they tend to stick around longer. We are working with the top 25 percent.”

Andrew went on to tell us that he started cleaning windows with his best friend, Nathan, when he was just 14 years old in order to make some money.

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Kahuna Window Cleaning and how they work to make the world a better place. Andrew shared with us that they volunteer a lot within their community and are working with Feed My Starving Children to supply meals to children all around the world.

Building Success With a Top-Quality Team

Andrew attributes Kahuna Window Cleaning’s strong online reputation to the fact that they focus on finding only top-quality team members:

“Young people who want to work outside in the heat can be hard to come by. We have all of the good ones.”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Kahuna Window Cleaning has gotten their name out there through word of mouth and by targeting tight-knit communities.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Kahuna Window Cleaning has. Here’s Andrew’s expert advice for them:

“Invest in your employees.”

Congratulations to the team at Kahuna Window Cleaning for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Andrew, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Kahuna Window Cleaning in Blaine. Visit their website today!

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® House Cleaning Companies Award Winner: Time For Your Life House Cleaning Services

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Time For Your Life House Cleaning Services is an award winner for house cleaning companies in 2019.

If you are looking for a house cleaning company that will take care of the little things to give you more time to live your life your way, look no further than this award-winning company!

Time For Your Life House Cleaning Services has received many overwhelmingly positive reviews across multiple verified sites with an average rating of 4.88 stars, earning them an impressive Rating Score™ of 92.77 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking as one of the top 10 house cleaning companies in Minnesota!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“Pam’s team of professionals cleans my home once per month. They are courteous in their interactions with me and meticulous with their work. It’s such a joy and stress relief to come home to a fresh, clean space. Pam is a consummate professional! They provide excellent service for an outstanding value! Thanks, Pam, for giving me time for my life.” – S.B.

It is because of excellent reviews like this that Time For Your Life House Cleaning Services is now able to call themselves a Top Rated Local award winner!

Not Your Average House Cleaning Company

We were excited to learn all about Time For Your Life House Cleaning Services and how they have gotten where they are today, so we sat down with the owner, Pam Odenbrett. Pam had worked in the daycare industry for over 20 years before starting Time For Your Life. This company works toward the goal of providing you with the time you need to live your life by helping you to take care of otherwise time-consuming chores, like house cleaning, gardening, home organization, shopping, party planning, running errands, decorating your home for holidays or parties, and more! They even do move-in, move-out, and construction cleaning. They are a locally-owned and -operated company that has been proudly serving the southwest metro area, including Chaska, Chanhassen, Victoria, Shakopee, and Eden Prairie for over 12 years.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that makes Time For Your Life House Cleaning Services stand apart from its competitors. Pam told us about their highly trained and qualified staff, saying that they all get background checks so clients can be assured that they only hire the best. They take pride in and love the work they do. She said that they show and tell their employees how much they are appreciated, and do whatever it takes to make their clients and employees happy.

She went on to tell us about their business mission and why they do what they do:

“We believe that the precious time that you have should be spent doing the things you love! It is our goal to give you the very best, whether it is a one-time service or service on an on-going basis. Your satisfaction is very important to us! We stand behind our work. We believe that the precious time that you have should be spent doing the things you love!”

Building Success Through Word of Mouth and Referrals

Time For Your Life House Cleaning Services has gained a remarkable reputation, so we wanted to hear about some of the ways they have gotten their name out and grown over the years. Pam told us that word of mouth and referrals have been their primary source of new business, but that they have also gained some recognition by belonging to several accredited organizations, like the BBB (Better Business Bureau).

There are many businesses out there that are looking to build as impressive a reputation as Time For Your Life House Cleaning Services has managed to. We asked if Pam could share any expert advice with these companies. Here’s what she had to say:

“Hire an expert for your online presence.”

Congratulations to Time For Your Life House Cleaning Services for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and special thanks to Pam for taking the time to speak with us!

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® Self Storage Centers Award Winner: Rochester Indoor Storage

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Rochester Indoor Storage is a 2019 award winner for self storage centers in Minnesota!

If you’re looking for a safe, secure place to store your belongings in Rochester, there’s no better option than Rochester Indoor Storage.

Rochester Indoor Storage has received dozens of reviews with an average rating of 4.90 stars, earning them a fantastic Rating Score™ of 97.95 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 10 self storage centers in all of Minnesota!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“The facility is clean and well-lit. It was easy to access our unit whenever we wanted. The staff was friendly and easy to work with. I’d definitely use them again if needed.” – Cindy M.

Not Your Average Self Storage Center

We wanted to learn what makes this award-winning business tick, so we took a few minutes to talk with Nicole, the owner of Rochester Indoor Storage.

To kick off our conversation, we asked Nicole about what makes Rochester Indoor Storage unique compared to the many other self storage centers in Minnesota. Nicole told us that they are a family-owned local business that personally reaches out to their clients and builds a rapport with them.

Nicole went on to say:

“We have all the basics. When you call, you get me on the phone. Everything is automated. If you want to rent a unit after hours, you can do that.”

Building Success by Encouraging Clients to Write Reviews

Nicole credits Rochester Indoor Storage’s strong online reputation to the fact that they ask their clients about their experience and encourage them to write reviews.

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Rochester Indoor Storage has grown through exposure in newspapers, billboards, mailers, Google ads, SEO (search engine optimization), Facebook and videos.

Congratulations to Rochester Indoor Storage for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Nicole, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Rochester Indoor Storage. Visit their website today!

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® Nail Salons Award Winner: Davi Nails

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Davi Nails is a 2019 award winner for nail salons in Minnesota!

When you want an unbeatable manicure or pedicure in Circle Pines, there’s no better nail salon to turn to than Davi Nails.

Davi Nails has received dozens of reviews with an average rating of 4.64 stars, earning them a tremendous Rating Score™ of 94.35 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 10 nail salons in all of Minnesota!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“[I] went in a half hour before closing hoping they could do a gel manicure. They did, and they did a beautiful job! I know some places would either say no or rush through and not do so well, but this was not the case. [I] definitely recommend [them]!” – Danielle P.

Not Your Average Nail Salon

We wanted to learn all about Davi Nails and its impressive online reputation, so we took a few minutes to talk with the manager, Bill.

The first question we had for Bill was what is it that sets Davi Nails apart from their competition in Minnesota. He shared with us that they do a good job every time and never rush, even when it’s busy. They are committed to taking care of everyone fairly and with respect.

We also wanted to know what their mission is at Davi Nails and how they work to make the world a better place. Bill told us that their goal is to make everyone feel pretty and better about themselves.

Building Success by Being Nice and Doing the Best Possible Job

Bill attributes Davi Nails‘ strong online reputation to their commitment to being nice to their customers and doing the best possible job for them.

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Davi Nails has gotten their name out there through Facebook.

There are so many business owners out there looking to build the kind of online reputation Davi Nails has. Here’s Bill’s expert advice for them:

“Work hard. Build a good reputation; it takes a long time.”

Congratulations to the team at Davi Nails for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Bill, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Davi Nails in Circle Pines. Visit their website today!

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® Restoration Companies Award Winner: Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care is a 2019 award winner for restoration companies in Minnesota!

After an emergency, restore your home to a healthy environment with the help of the professionals at Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care in Minneapolis.

Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care has received dozens of reviews with an average rating of 4.85 stars, earning them a remarkable Rating Score™ of 94.53 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 10 restoration companies in all of Minnesota!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“I had the unique pleasure of waking up at 2 AM with water everywhere on my main level. I called Green Clean at 3 AM and received a call back from the owner. I had a crew at my house at 8:30 that morning. They were extremely courteous, professional and very understanding that I was going through a lot. They were able to answer all of my questions, clean up everything and set up dryers to dry everything out. I couldn’t be happier with my decision to call a Green Clean! Thank you for all of your help!” – Calvin S.

Not Your Average Restoration Company

We wanted to learn what makes this award-winning business tick, so we took a few minutes to talk with Jason Shehroeck, the owner of Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care.

To kick off our conversation, we asked Jason about what makes Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care unique compared to the many other restoration companies in Minnesota. Jason told us:

“What makes us different is the fact that we won’t sell at the cost of our reputation in order to make more money. We are focused on making our customer experience the best it can be. If that means we make less money, then so be it. It’s about giving back. Everyone has to make a living, but when you can help someone, that gives meaning to what you do.”

We also asked Jason about the Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care mission and how they work to make the world a better place. Jason shared with us that they aim to follow the Golden Rule — do unto others as you would have them do unto you — and to always treat people with honesty and integrity.

Building Success by Taking Care of Clients

When we asked Jason about Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care’s secret to such a strong online reputation, he said:

“I don’t think it’s a secret; we just have had a culture of taking care of our clients for 23 years. We focus on improving the client’s experience. We ask them for reviews…”

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care has grown through networking as well as referrals from their existing clients.

There are many business owners looking to grow their business and build their online reputation. Here’s Jason’s expert advice for them:

“My number one piece of advice is to focus an equal amount of attention on the people that work for you as well as you do on your consumers. You can’t achieve those reviews without a good team.”

Congratulations to Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Jason, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Green Clean Restoration & Carpet Care in Minneapolis. Visit their website today!

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® Acupuncturists Award Winner: Pain & Brain Healing Center

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Pain & Brain Healing Center is a 2019 award winner for acupuncturists in Minnesota!

If you’re looking for treatment that gets to the root of the problem instead of just the symptoms, look no further than Pain & Brain Healing Center in Blaine.

Pain & Brain Healing Center has received more than 150 reviews on four verified sites with an average rating of 4.90 stars, earning them an extraordinary Rating Score™ of 97.01 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 10 acupuncturists in all of Minnesota!

Here’s just one of their many five-star reviews:

“I can’t say enough about the improvement in my pain since I saw Dr. Fors. I started with four years of hip pain and a very weak knee. I have had excellent results. and as a 67 year old, I am full of energy and able to do anything I want without pain.” – Robyn W.

Not Your Average Acupuncture Clinic

Dr. Gregory C. Fors, the owner of Pain & Brain Healing Center, generously gave us a few minutes of his time to tell us about this one-of-a-kind business and its award-winning online reputation.

The first thing we wanted to know was what it is that sets Pain & Brain Healing Center apart from the many other acupuncturists in Minnesota. Dr. Fors told us that they provide the very best service and dig deep into the underlying issues their patients are experiencing. Through functional medicine, they take a unique approach to treatment, and they utilize in-depth lab work to identify metabolic issues in their patients.

We also wanted to know why they do what they do at Pain & Brain Healing Center and how they work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Dr. Fors had to say:

“[Our mission is] to help our patients experience the beauty and joy of living by freeing them from the pain and suffering they experience.”

Building Success With Happy Patients

When we asked Dr. Fors about Pain & Brain Healing Center’s secret to such a strong online reputation, he told us that they get a lot of organic reviews from their happy patients.

Outside of building the kind of online reputation any business owner would envy, Pain & Brain Healing Center has spread the word about who they are and what they do through patient referrals.

Clearly, Dr. Fors knows a thing or two about growing a business and building an online reputation. Here’s his expert advice for the many other business owners out there:

“Get a good website built. Find a company that can deliver SEO (search engine optimization). Pick a specialty, and build a community around it.”

Congratulations to the team at Pain & Brain Healing Center for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Dr. Fors, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Pain & Brain Healing Center in Blaine. Visit their website today!

Minnesota’s Top Rated Local® Acupuncturists Award Winner: Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine

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Top Rated Local® is pleased to announce that Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine is a 2019 award winner for acupuncturists in Minnesota!

If you’re looking for an acupuncture clinic that will care for you with compassion and professionalism, look no further than Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine in Saint Paul.

Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine has received dozens of reviews with a perfect average rating of 5.00 stars, earning them an impeccable Rating Score™ of 98.00 and a 2019 Top Rated Local award for ranking among the top 10 acupuncturists in all of Minnesota!

Here’s just one of the many five-star reviews that got them there:

“I’ve been a ‘client’ of this practice for just over a year and cannot recommend it enough. Living on the other side of the metro, I could have picked a practice closer to home but I quickly soon came to realize that the relationship I now have with Susan Gillette and her team is irreplaceable. I cannot remember a time where I’ve felt as healthy and happy.” – Shruti A.

Not Your Average Acupuncture Clinic

We wanted to learn what makes this award-winning business tick, so we took a few minutes to talk with Susan Gillette, the owner of Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine.

To kick off our conversation, we asked Susan about what makes Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine unique compared to the many other acupuncture clinics in Minnesota. Here’s her response:

“We try to educate our patients and help them to learn something during every visit “

We also asked Susan about the Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine mission and how she and her team work to make the world a better place. Here’s what Susan had to say:

“When people get rid of pain, they feel great. I am helping people reach their full potential and empowering people to be their best self.”

Building Success Through Organic Reviews

Susan credits Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine’s strong online reputation to the organic reviews they get from their satisfied patients.

Outside of building a powerful online reputation, Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine has grown by networking with other businesses in their community, which has led to referrals from doctors and therapists.

There are many business owners looking to grow their business and build their online reputation. Here’s Susan’s expert advice for them:

“Don’t sell but teach. Giving away free information is very powerful.”

Congratulations to Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine for being a 2019 Top Rated Local award winner, and thank you so much, Susan, for taking the time to speak with us!

We highly recommend Crocus Hill Oriental Medicine in Saint Paul. Visit their website today!