What You Should Look for in a Siding Contractor

Foolproof Ways to Design Your Exteriors

Ultimately, the design decisions about your roofing, siding and any other part of your exteriors are all up to you. While your remodeling contractor can suggest a few tweaks here and there, the choices you make can all be based on your own preferences. Unfortunately, not many homeowners have experience choosing wisely when it comes to exterior designs, resulting in homes with less than favorable appeal.read more

Why Steep-Slope Roof Replacements Cost More

Roofing repair contractors and installation professionals use the format Y/X to describe the steepness of a roof. Y is called the “rise”, and it’s how much a roof rises in inches while X describes the “run” or the distance over which the Y rises. Residential homes have steepness numbers that range from 3/12 to 20/12. Any roof with a steepness of 8/12 or lower is considered “walkable”, that is the roofer can safely walk over the roof.

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Get Your Roof Ready for Storm Season With These Tips

Storms are a natural part of daily life in Minnesota. While you can always rely on your local roofing contractor to help fix up any storm damage you may have incurred, it pays to be prepared and minimize any potential problems right from the start. Sometimes, all it takes to keep your roofing system well-protected against bad weather is a little bit of foresight and a lot of preparation.

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What Exactly Does Siding Do for Your Home?

The purpose of your siding extends far beyond curb appeal. Yes, a beautiful exterior is pleasant to look at, and appeal is one of the most important functions of your siding, but it does have other more practical uses. Siding serves as the “skin” of your home, and it, along with your roofing system, is responsible for protecting your home against the elements.

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