Etiquette seems to be a dying art. Who is introduced first, the higher-ranking person or the lower-ranking person? How do you ask questions of a new acquaintance without sounding like a detective grilling a suspect? And what are you to […]
Surely you have heard neighbors or friends talk about their homes, the condition of their roofs, and dealing with contractors. It’s always a popular topic during summer barbeques or winter gatherings. What is all this talk about roof inspections, anyway?
Ah, downspouts! Of all your roofing system’s parts, the lowly downspouts are possibly the most overlooked. Twin Cities homeowners probably give their roofing systems no more than a fleeting thought every few years, so those downspouts get no love, do
Before the snow starts falling, it is essential to begin winterizing your home to keep it secure and safe. Winterizing refers to the tasks you take toward preparing your home for winter. Proper preparation keeps the cold out and protects
As fall gives way to the chill of winter, the warm summer days seem like a distant memory. It’s now the perfect time to start winterizing your home for the cold months ahead. These coming months can have extended cold
Properly installed windows will last several years with minimal maintenance. However, your windows will ultimately succumb to the elements, calling for a new installation. So how do you know if your windows are bad? More importantly, how do to stop
Windows account for up to 30% of residential energy use (heating and cooling). Therefore, energy-efficient windows are an essential consideration for your home. What’s more, taking steps to reduce energy loss through your existing windows makes your home comfortable. It
If you have been asking yourself various window-related questions like “how long do house windows last?” or “how often should windows be replaced?” you are in the right place. This article will point out what determines how long your windows
Did you know heating and cooling account for 50-70% of the average energy consumption in most homes? This may sound unbelievable, but it’s true. If you have been considering installing or upgrading your attic insulation, you are on the right
Reduce, reuse, recycle. These three Rs of conservation work great to cut down on waste. What about attic insulation? We know we should never reduce the amount we have, but should old insulation be replaced? If so, how often should
