About Columbia Building Services
Established over 100 years ago, Columbia Building Services was founded on a commitment to excellence, safety, and reliability.​
From high-rise window cleaning and snow & ice removal to pressure washing, parking ramp sweeping, and graffiti removal, we deliver year-round maintenance that keeps your property safe, clean, and professional.​
We understand the challenges of maintaining large commercial and high-rise properties - and we’ve built our reputation by providing responsive, well-coordinated service that supports building managers and ownership teams alike.
Our focus is simple: to protect and enhance the appearance, safety, and longevity of Minneapolis’ commercial buildings.
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Highlights:
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Locally owned and operated in Minneapolis
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100+ years of commercial facility experience
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OSHA- and ANSI/IWCA-compliant operations
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Fully insured and safety-certified technicians
Trusted by Downtown Property Managers
Cedric Schmidt
They are by far the best building service in MN! Best work I've ever seen and very friendly and attentive staff! I would give them a 10 star if I could.
Kristina Hui
Mike has the best customer service in Minneapolis. His crew is #1 in building services. Would recommend his services to everyone!
Patrick Fitzgerald
Micheal and his crew always figure out how to get the job done when other's couldn't. Columbia has very efficient operators as I trained most of them myself.
Full-Service Exterior Maintenance for Commercial Properties
At Columbia Building Services, we deliver a complete range of exterior maintenance solutions designed for downtown high-rise, commercial, and industrial facilities.
See everything we offer for commercial and high-rise buildings
Safety Comes First — Every Project, Every Season
Safety is at the core of every service we provide. Our teams operate with OSHA- and ANSI/IWCA-certified protocols, maintaining full compliance for high-rise and industrial work environments.
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We invest in advanced equipment and training to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent results for every client.
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Our Equipment Includes:
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Swing stages, rigging, and rope descent systems
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Man-lifts and aerial platforms
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Truck-mounted plows and sweepers
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Eco-friendly detergents and de-icing products
FAQs About Our Commercial Services
Q: Do you work on residential properties?
A: No. Columbia Building Services focuses exclusively on commercial, industrial, and high-rise properties.
Q: How quickly can you respond to snow or graffiti emergencies?
A: We maintain rapid-response teams throughout downtown Minneapolis for time-sensitive service requests.
Q: Are your technicians certified for high-rise work?
A: Yes, all CBS window cleaning teams are trained and certified under OSHA and ANSI/IWCA standards.
Q: Do you provide year-round contracts?
A: Yes. We offer seasonal and annual maintenance programs that include window cleaning, snow removal, pressure washing, and more.
Q: Which areas of Minneapolis do you serve?
A: We serve the Central Business District, North Loop, Warehouse District, Downtown West, and surrounding neighborhoods.
Company Updates & Industry Insights
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Winter Readiness Tips for Property Managers: How to prepare your site for snow and ice season.
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Safety Week at Columbia Building Services: Annual OSHA recertification and crew training event.
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Project Spotlight: Exterior cleaning for a Downtown Minneapolis high-rise.
Serving the Heart of Downtown Minneapolis
Address
2020 Broadway Street NE
Suite 120
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Contact
(612) 331-2090
Hours
Mon - Fri
8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Saturday
Closed
​Sunday
Closed