Expert Home Remodeling Services in Zimmerman, MN

Meet the Face Behind NELCO Construction

Hey! I’m Derrick Nelson, owner and operator of NELCO Construction right here in Zimmerman, Minnesota. You’ve probably seen our trucks around town, spotted us on a job site, or come across our work on social media. I wanted to take a moment to personally introduce myself and share the story behind the company.

A Minnesota Work Ethic

I was born and raised in Minnesota, and from a young age I was drawn to hands-on work, creativity, and building things the right way. Whether it was cars, motorcycles, or houses, I’ve always enjoyed figuring out how things work—taking them apart and putting them back together better than I found them.

That mindset is what ultimately led me into construction.

The NELCO Legacy

Construction runs in my family. My father, Rick Nelson, owned NELCO Kitchen & Bath, a kitchen and bathroom remodeling company that proudly served our community for nearly 40 years.

At 18 years old, I began my own journey in construction as a project manager, determined to gain the experience and knowledge necessary to eventually take over the family business.

Unfortunately, a short time later, my father experienced some physical health problems that forced him to close the doors of NELCO Kitchen & Bath.

Rebuilding the Family Business

After years of building my experience in the industry, 2020 became the moment to bring the family legacy back to life. That’s when I reignited and rebranded the business as NELCO Construction—carrying forward the values my father built the company on while expanding its capabilities for the future.

NELCO Construction Today

Today, NELCO Construction is a Licensed & Insured local team known for tackling challenging projects with creativity, integrity, and hometown pride.

While we still take on kitchen and bathroom remodels, we’ve proudly expanded our services to handle a wider range of construction projects for homeowners and businesses in our community.

Our goal is simple: deliver quality craftsmanship, honest work, and results our customers can be proud of.

Let's Start Building Together!

Your dream home is just a phone call away. Contact us today at (763) 339-9680 to schedule a consultation. Let Nelco Construction turn your vision into reality with our expert remodeling services. We can't wait to work with you!