If your home is over 32 years old, you may be thinking about upgrading to be part of a greener lifestyle. Whether you want to save money or simply leave a smaller carbon footprint, there are many great reasons for taking part in a green remodel that you may not know about.
Read MoreIt’s remodeling season in Minnesota, and it’s tempting to save money by doing projects around the house yourself. Before you dive in, we'd like to offer some considerations. Time and Effort Home improvement projects can take a lot of time and will take effort.
Read MoreIf you’re not using the help of a professional consultant, you’re probably using resources like friends and family, Yelp, Better Business Bureau, Diamond Certified, and Angie’s List. There are many others, but these are the most used.
Read MoreYou'll notice this map has lots of blue points on it. That's because Quarve Contracting has lots of satisfied steel siding customers, and each one of these blue flags is an address you can drive by and check out for yourself how beautiful seamless steel siding can be.
Read MoreHome improvements can be costly, but when they increase your energy efficiency, you may be able to offset the expense with tax credits. In Leslie Mann’s article here, she outlines some of the requirements and credits available for common renovations.
Read MoreSelected KasselWood colors - Photo courtesy of Kassel & Irons We could tell you all we wanted about how attractive metal residential roofing is, but nothing can compare with actually seeing what it looks like on a real home, not just a sample for a display or a picture in a catalog.
Read MoreSiding has many jobs to do, from bringing your style to your home’s appearance to protecting the building from the elements. Eventually, it’s time to replace your siding , and these are the signs to watch out for.
Read MoreEvery time you go shopping, you probably notice several products that tout themselves as being “green” or “good for the environment”. How can you tell which claims are genuine and which aren’t?
Read MoreIf you've started your spring cleaning indoors, you may have noticed some stains on your ceilings that weren't there last fall. Did you know that these stains cause the most concern for home inspectors? If you're buying a home, you should pay close attention to the ceilings for telltale stains.
Read MoreChoosing a new roof is a big decision,for any homeowner, but springing for a metal roof can be intimidating, if you don’t know how you’ll benefit. We realize the price of metal roofing is higher up front than other options, but the advantage it offers makes it well worth the expense.
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