RuffNBuild LLC
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Responds in about 14 min
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About
Current Top Pro
Hired 238 times
Serves Prior Lake, MN
Background checked
License verified
1 employee
11 years in business
SunClosedMon8:00 am - 4:00 pm
Payment methods
This pro accepts payments via Cash, Check, Square cash app, Venmo, and Zelle.
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Residential Building Contractor
License state: MN
Passed by James Ruffin on Oct 22, 2020.
Under 8 feet
8 - 10 feet
10 - 14 feet
Over 14 feet
Existing properties
Remodels
New construction
Customers rated this pro highly for work quality, responsiveness, and professionalism.
156 reviews
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Aug 13, 2026
Hired on Thumbtack
He was extremely responsive, helpful, and patient with all of my questions, no matter how many I had or how small they were. He installed a ceiling fan where there was no existing electrical box, which required quite a bit of electrical work, and he handled everything like a pro.
I will absolutely be contacting James for future projects in my home.
One tip if you're considering hiring James: Thumbtack charges him for each lead, with larger projects costing him more. If you have a smaller project, booking him for that first may be a better option.
If you're on the fence, James is a great choice. Highly recommend!!
Details: Less than 2 hours (Simple tasks) • Installation • Bedroom • Wall hangings • Home
Oct 27, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
James was very responsive, came out quickly and was able to get our fan and light working! He is very professional and I will hire him again if something comes up.
Details: Yes, the location has an existing fan • Ceiling • Over 14 feet (lofty ceiling)
Oct 28, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
Details: Replacement of existing lighting • 2-4 lights • 8 - 10 feet (standard ceiling) • Indoors • Existing property • House
Aug 31, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
Details: Replacement of existing lighting • 2-4 lights • 10 - 14 feet (high ceiling) • Indoors • Existing property • Townhouse
Nov 1, 2025
Hired on Thumbtack
Details: Replacement of existing lighting • 5-10 lights • The lights will not be installed in the ceiling • Outdoors • Existing property • House