About Robert Collins
Rob Collins serves as President/Owner of Quarve Contracting, a leading home exterior remodeling contractor in the Twin Cities founded in 1983 by Pat Quarve. His background and experience includes leading teams, marketing and strategy development for brands including Pella Windows and Doors, EMCO Storm Doors, Nike, Valvoline and Buffalo Wild Wings. In his personal time, Rob enjoys time with family in the wilderness, working in the woodshop and RV camping.
Edco Metal Shake Roof in Brown, photo courtesy of the Metal Roofing Alliance As homeowners around the Minneapolis area are assessing the state of their homes after another harsh Minnesota winter, we know that roof condition is a big concern.
Read MoreEven though metal roofing and siding are the two biggest parts of our business, we want to get the word out that we are a licensed Minnesota full-service exterior home improvement contractor. That means that if it's part of the outside of your house, chances are we can repair or replace it.
Read MoreThis time of year you're likely to find homeowners around the Twin Cities out working on their yards and the exterior of their homes. It's particularly true right now, with many people working from home.
Read MoreAre you thinking about having your roof replaced? The first thing you'll likely choose is the type of roof you want. (Of course, since steel and other metal roofing is our specialty, so that's what our recommendation would be if you ask.
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We find as we talk with homeowners around the Twin Cities area about exterior remodeling they are thinking about having done, they want to concentrate on the major materials: roofing, siding, replacement windows, and doors.
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Spring is the season of rebirth, of growth, of our surroundings being transformed from grey and dull to vibrant and full of color as the grass sprouts again and those gorgeous early spring flowers like crocuses and tulips begin to liven up our yards.
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About this time of year when homeowners around the Twin Cities have finished paying what are hopefully the last of the cold weather utility bills, people start to seriously consider doing some home remodeling that could reduce those costs.
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As a company specializing in green exterior remodeling in the Minneapolis area, Earth Day is an annual event that has particular significance for us. But this year marks a milestone - the 50th year this date has been recognized around the world.
Read MoreThese are uncertain economic times, to be sure. With so many people out of work due to the COVID-19 pandemic, of course income levels have dropped substantially, and where our economy will go from here is anybody's guess.
Read MoreMost Minnesota homeowners understand the great importance of well-constructed and appropriately maintained siding and roofing. However, there is one aspect that commonly gets overlooked: the soffit. Most homeowners hardly think about their soffits.
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