Meet Mike Holmes — The Contractor Who Sees the Full Picture

Built from real-world experience — not theory

Repair King was built from real-world experience, not theory. I've spent years in insurance restoration working storm damage, large-loss, and complex claims where details matter and mistakes cost homeowners real money.

I've had the opportunity to speak at events like Win The Storm and be featured on platforms like Roofing Insights, as well as conversations with some of the most respected voices in the restoration industry. I co-host the Home Owners Morning Brew— a platform focused on exposing real issues in construction, insurance, and homeownership, breaking down what homeowners actually need to know so they don't get taken advantage of.

A background that changes how we see every job

Before construction, I spent over a decade as a mortgage loan officer. That experience taught me how to look at the full financial picture — not just the transaction in front of me. When we structured loans, it wasn't about closing deals. It was about putting people in the best possible position long-term based on their income, debt, risks, and goals.

Today, I apply that same thinking to every job we take. Every decision we make is measured by one question: does this put the homeowner in a better financial position when this is all done?

Mike's philosophy

My philosophy is simple: Keep It Smoove & Simple. No games. No gimmicks. Just results.

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The standard every Repair King job is held to

Growing up between South Jersey and the Minnesota suburbs gave me a broad understanding of people from all walks of life. I don't just look at a roof. I look at the system, the claim, the financial impact, and the long-term outcome.

Before anything else, I'm a father first. That perspective carries into how I do business. I pay attention to the small things. I treat people the way I'd want someone to treat my own family. And I take responsibility for guiding homeowners through a process that most people only go through a few times in their life.

2009 to today. One mission. Your home in the best position.

Since 2009, Repair King has been doing one thing consistently — putting homeowners in the best possible position through every stage of storm restoration, insurance claims, remodeling, and repair. Not the easiest position for the contractor. The best position for the homeowner.

Meet Thad Bembenek— Founder & Consultant

With over 30 years in construction and storm restoration, Thad Bembenek is the person you want running your project when it gets serious. Before Repair King existed, Thad was managing some of the most complex restoration jobs in Minnesota — as the hands-on leader behind projects that other companies put their names on.

At Repair King, Thad is our production anchor. The person who ensures every job — whether a simple repair or a complex multi-building restoration — is handled with precision, accountability, and a standard that never moves. When your project needs next-level expertise, Thad leads the way.

All the King's experience and all the King's Men

Restoring a property after a major loss takes more than a contractor. It takes a coordinated team. Repair King has built relationships with trusted specialists across Minneapolis, St. Paul, and the greater Twin Cities area.

• General contractor — Repair King manages every detail under one contract, one timeline, one warranty standard.
• Consulting & project management — Insurance restoration coordination, budget analysis, pre-construction planning, and scheduling.
• Public adjuster— Licensed advocates who negotiate directly with your insurance company — interpreting your policy, documenting damage, and ensuring settlements reflect what you're actually owed.
• Forensic engineer — Structural evaluations, water intrusion analysis, code compliance reviews, and expert reporting for complex claims and disputes.
• Litigation attorney — When insurance companies act in bad faith or coverage disputes escalate — experienced insurance litigation attorneys protect your rights under the law.

Required disclaimer: Repair King is a licensed General Contractor. We do not hold licenses as a public adjuster, attorney, or engineer. Any insurance claim handling, legal services, or specialized evaluations are performed exclusively by independent, licensed professionals we coordinate with.

Why choose Repair King

When you work with Repair King, you're not just hiring a contractor. You're choosing someone who understands how construction, insurance, and finances all connect — who sees what others overlook, and knows how to guide you through the process in a way that protects your home and your financial position from start to finish.

You've read who we are. Now let's talk about your home. We handle the roofing, remodeling and repairs so you can relax.