If you've done any research into metal roofing for homes in Minnesota, you may have encountered two somewhat unfamiliar terms: galvalume and galvanized. Some people have heard the term 'galvanized, although they don't necessarily know what it means. 'Galvalume' is more unknown.
Read MoreWhen the inevitable severe storm hits the Twin Cities, homeowners get concerned about how their homes may have been damaged. The obvious places to look are the roof and siding, the spots where damage most often occurs.
Read MoreMetal roofing is known for a lot of things, like durability and being energy-efficient, as well as the many benefits that come along with it.
Read MoreRoof vent damaged by hail Fortunately here in the Twin Cities we've been having relatively mild weather recently. But you know that won't last. No matter what season it is, a lot of severe storms can blow through the Minneapolis area.
Read MoreThe winter holidays are just around the corner which means it is time to start that holiday decorating. We know that many homeowners around the Twin Cities are trying to get their lights and other outdoor decorations up before it turns much colder, even if they aren't ready to turn them on yet.
Read MoreAs the seasons change and the colder weather sets in here in the Twin Cities, have you thought about your attic and roof ventilation? You should. We find that many Minnesota homeowners do not think about the ventilation that is under their roof.
Read MoreEach part that goes into a home structure should work together with the other elements. Of course you want your home to stand out, but not for the wrong reasons. That's particularly true of your roof.
Read MoreIn our previous post, we covered the first three critical steps to take if your home has suffered damage from a storm. Once you've documented the issues and contacted your insurance company, these are the next steps to take. (If you haven't read that article first, click here .
Read MoreIt's common every fall for homeowners in the Twin Cities metro area to start seriously thinking about what they can do to make their homes ready for the upcoming colder weather. Sometimes that involves moving ahead with an exterior remodeling project they've been thinking about for some time.
Read MoreAfter a really wet week - with some heavy rain storms in our greater Twin Cities metro area even producing hail - it's nice to get a break with what looks to be a drier week. But those chilly temps, with some overnight lows dropping below freezing, might put a damper on your desire to get outdoors.
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