The Best Roof Shingles Give You Protection and Savings
It gets quite hot and cold in St. Paul, and the unpredictability of the weather often results in unwanted damage to houses, especially the roof. Usually, the shingles are the first things that deteriorate simply because they are the first line of defense. However, this should not become a regular case. In fact, you can […]
Home Improvements for Increasing Your Sale Price
A home’s curb appeal is very important, and it can affect the number of people interested in buying your house. First impressions last, and the best way your home can make a good first impression is by improving your exteriors.
Roof Replacement Financing: Cash or Other Methods?
Roof replacement can be quite an expensive undertaking. That’s why homeowners are constantly looking for ways to finance their roof replacements. Thankfully, there is one way that is more practical than most other methods, and that’s by financing the roof replacement with cash.
3 Types of Roof Damage After a Storm
Weather disturbances are a fact of life. It’s frustrating that there’s nothing anyone can do to completely prevent them from happening, but there are ways to mitigate the resulting damage. As one of the most trusted roofing contractors in Minneapolis, Krech Exteriors offers our best advice to help you deal with and, hopefully, minimize the […]
What to Expect When You Get Your Roof Repaired
The service life of a roof often depends on what materials were used and the method of installment. However, all materials will eventually deteriorate. Most of the time, signs of aging will vary, but they all start with small cracks that are hidden under your roof’s shingles.
Tips for a Stress-Free Windows Replacement Project
Windows are both appealing and functional. They make your house more appealing, let you connect to the outside world, allow air and light inside and protect you from extreme weather. Updating your windows might seem like a daunting task, but hiring window and roofing repair contractors like Krech Exteriors can save you undue stress.
How to Spot and Avoid Storm Chaser Scams
It’s heartwarming to see people who go out of their way to help their neighbors after a particularly damaging weather disturbance. Unfortunately, while calamities can bring out the best in people, such trying times can bring out the worst in some, too.
Why Proper Sliding Is a Must
Many home improvement service providers only focus on one specific thing. However, at Krech Exteriors, we offer a wider range of products for our customers.
Infographic: 3 Top Siding Materials for Every Home
Let’s look at 3 of the best siding options for your home!
Why Vinyl (Not Wood) Is the Real King of Siding Aesthetics
Vinyl graces the sides of millions of American homes, and affordability is perhaps the main driving force behind its immense popularity. However, its good looks should also receive the same level of credit.
Your Comprehensive Guide to Siding Installation – PART I: Siding Options: Buying Guide
When installing or replacing siding, it pays to carefully deliberate on the type of siding to invest in. Fortunately, there are a number of viable siding options to choose from. Let’s take a look at what three of today’s top choices offer, and how closely they match what you seek for your own home.
The Myths Surrounding Metal Roofs
Metal roofs are some of the best roofing options on the market. In fact, depending on the roof type you get, you can be looking at a roof that can serve your home properly for decades or even centuries as is the case with copper roofs.
4 Signs That Your Siding Needs Immediate Repair
Every now and then, we encounter clients who ask us to repair their siding. We arrive on the jobsite with repair tools, only to find out that the siding has been damaged beyond repair. Usually, the siding gets to that state without homeowners noticing because they don’t really know for what to look out. This […]
Your Comprehensive Guide to Siding Installation – PART III: Choosing a Reliable Siding Contractor
Earlier in this guide, we discussed the benefits of investing in good siding. If you’re looking to invest in a siding project, then you’ll want to realize those benefits for yourself. Key to doing so is choosing the right siding material and, more importantly, choosing a reliable siding contractor.
Storm Damage and How to Protect Your Roof From It
The Minneapolis and St. Paul areas often experience harsh weather. We’re lucky that we don’t have to deal with major flooding and the resulting structural damage. But, we do have high winds, hail, tornadoes, lightning and extreme temperature fluctuations. All these can cause storm damage, especially to your roofing system.
The Importance of the Roofing Underlayment
For many homeowners, the roof is just what they see: the shingles, gutters and maybe the flashing strips. Most are unaware that there’s more to the roof than what’s on the surface. The roofing underlayment is a hidden yet integral part of the roof that plays a key role in the overall health and stability […]
Situations That Qualify as Roofing Emergencies
Roof repairs generally shouldn’t be put off, but certain problems qualify them as emergencies and, therefore, require immediate roofing assistance. The following are a few examples of such situations:
Get the Siding You Want With Our Siding Design Services
The right kind of siding can completely transform your exterior. If your siding is up for replacement, you should work with a designer. Krech Exteriors can help you with both. Here’s a look at what our siding design services can do for you.
How Important Is Roof Flashing?
Roof flashing is an essential way to prevent roof leaks. It acts as a sealer between the joints in the roof, which is an efficient way of keeping water out.
We Answer FAQs About Roof Repair
Roof repair is an inevitability even with the sturdiest of roofs. As a homeowner, we understand that you have a lot of questions about this process, and this is why we’re glad to answer them.