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Siding Repair Minneapolis

Siding repair restores worn and damaged sections of siding with siding that matches the existing color. This is the ideal alternative to completely replacing the siding so that it is all the same color. By being able to replace just sections, you save a great deal of money and can ensure the longevity of the… Read more »

What Type Of Siding Is Right For You?

When building or remodeling your home, it can be easy to become overwhelmed by the siding options that are available to you. That is why it pays to know how to choose so you can choose the right kind. Because you live in Minnesota, you want to make sure that the siding is one that… Read more »

The Sand Demand in Minnesota

Sand is used for practically everything. It is used in roofing shingles, sandpaper, in various construction tasks, in certain types of paint, and it is even used in toothpaste. Anything that needs a little grit has some kind of sand in it to make it that way. A number of years ago, the demand for… Read more »

Extensive Tree Damage in the Twin Cities Drags out Storm Cleanup

If you take a drive around the Twin Cities, you will find a lot of fallen trees and gaping holes in the ground right next to them. You will also find trees overturned on homes, homes with damage to their roofs, siding, and other exterior elements. Basically, there is damage everywhere because of a June… Read more »

Minnesotans Prepare for Summer Hail Storms

If last year is any indication of what this summer may look like in the way of storms, many Minnesotans are making preparations to handle those storms. While it can be nearly impossible to avoid roof damage during a hail storm, there are ways it can be minimized. The first is to have any existing… Read more »

Improper Ventilation of Minnesota Roofs a Big Issue

Every experienced roofing contractor knows that proper ventilation plays an important role in ensuring that a roof lasts as long as possible. Ensuring the roof lasts as long as possible also helps prevent future damage inside the home. There is no doubt that Minnesota roofing takes a beating from all four seasons. At the same… Read more »

Minnesota Storms Cause Damage

A powerful line of storms with heavy rain and winds that uprooted trees passed through southeaster Minnesota, uprooting trees and causing structural damage to homes and businesses. Some residents in the path of the storms headed for their basements on Sunday when the winds started picking up. One property owner said that the storms snapped… Read more »

Asphalt Shingle Recycling is Gaining Momentum

The concept is starting to spread throughout the commercial and residential roofing industry and that’s the recycling of asphalt shingles. Approximately 11 million tons of asphalt shingle waste is generated in the U.S. on an annual basis, according to the EPA. Approximately 90 percent of the waste is from construction scrap and tear offs from… Read more »

Winter Storm Leaves Damage in its Wake

An April snow storm left a lot of storm damage in its wake, which has led to Minnesota turning to the Federal Emergency Management Agency for help in assessing damaging snow and freezing rain that occurred in the southwest part of the state. The request includes damage assessments of a number of areas. If approved… Read more »

Making Homes Greener without Breaking the Bank

Many homeowners are going for energy efficiency. After dealing with a recession that caused a lot of grief, homeowners are now ready to make the changes that they put off for so long and they are starting with their roofs and their windows in an effort to save money in energy costs. If another damaging… Read more »