Roof, Wall, and Attic Insulation You have probably heard that installing insulation into your home is an excellent way to reduce your energy bill. But how much will this actually save? According to the Department of Energy (DOE), an average of 44% of all of your energy usage comes from your Maple Grove home’s heating …
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As another Minnesota winter arrives, you will want to make sure that your home is able to withstand the snow and low temperatures. Handling the maintenance steps below can prevent the need for expensive roof repair and other fixes during the winter months. Exterior repairs in the depths of winter can be stressful as weather …
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Winter has fully arrived – and now is the perfect time to settle down to the work of the year ahead. Preparing for spring and summer home improvement projects while the weather outside is frightful actually makes a lot of sense. You have plenty of indoor time to decide what must change, and you can begin …
All roof types require consistent repairs and maintenance in order to stay in top condition. If you have a roof with many years left in its lifespan that is looking a little worse for wear, investing in shingle roof repair may be a wise decision. Here are some of the basic steps that are covered …
The decor that is in, or around our home can obviously affect the ambiance. As going into nature can positively affect your levels of happiness too! By including earthy hues on your walls, wood shingles, stone and plants in your living rooms, you can bring these good feelings of nature right to you.
Setting the stage for a beautiful holiday gathering, from the smallest details to larger projects, is part of the season. It’s about making sure your holiday home is warm, welcoming and looking its best. Here are some ideas for creating your own stunning holiday tablescapes.
The approach of winter sets squirrels scurrying to cache nuts against oncoming hardship. Likewise, many homeowners feel the pressure of undone roof repair as the days grow shorter and temperatures drop. Here are eight repairs and chores that should not be forgotten in the last few weeks of warm weather.
Another winter is fast approaching – and preparing for winter means more than buying a pair of mittens. Autumn is the perfect time to prepare your home for winter, and we at Midwest Roofing, Siding & Windows are available to help you brace yourself for another Halloween blizzard like the one in ’91. Hopefully, it …
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Ice dams on Maple Grove homes are caused by snow melting from heat through the roof, turning to liquid but refreezing to form an ever-growing, heavy ice block at your roof’s edge. The cure for ice dams? Keeping the attic temperature as close as possible to outside temperatures. The way to do achieve that? Adequate …
The cool autumn air brings with it a desire to spend more time indoors, perhaps with some warm apple cider and in the company of friends. Fall is also the time of year that you start getting your home ready for the winter ahead and your design ideas should include winter preparations as well. Here are …