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.
Are you in the market for a new roof? If so, why not consider a metal roof instead of the tradition asphalt shingle roof? Yes, some of us still associate metal roofs with barns and other farm buildings, but the metal roofs of today far exceed those modest beginnings.
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What is all the hype about energy efficient windows? You may have heard about how energy-efficient windows have a great reputation and how they are an amazing investment for your Minneapolis area home. It is only natural that you may be curious about how they actually work and how well they work.
Read MoreWith all the snow we've been getting, we know many homeowners around the Minneapolis area are a little concerned about their roofs. Perhaps you've heard that you should have your roof inspected periodically but you've either never had it done or you know it's been a very long time.
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In yesterday's post we discussed common winter roofing problems. Two of them can result from lack of adequate ventilation for your roof. A properly ventilated attic saves money, can prevent ice dams, and will increase a roof's lifespan. However, 90% of American homes are not ventilated well.
Read MoreTake a step outside your home and it's clear that another Minnesota winter has hit. The thermometer has been dipping below the zero mark recently, and there's more snow in the forecast this week. Yes, it's just another typical winter here in the Minneapolis area.
Read MoreThis is one of the most exciting times of the year for us, because we get to see so many of our friends and customers! Here is the preliminary list of shows we’re scheduled to be at this spring. Mark your calendar now, and be sure to stop by and say hello.
Read MoreEarlier this week we kicked off our series on exterior design with a post on choosing the right exterior doors (click here to read). In this post we'll talk about choosing siding. Nothing will provide the overall exterior design of your home than appropriately chosen siding.
Read MoreQuick - what's the most important visual element in a home's exterior? Answer: The front door. Your front door is one of the first things your visitors will notice about your home.
Read MoreOwning a home usually comes with to-do lists. Whether they are projects that you are excited about doing, or tasks that need to be done, there is always plenty to do. When it comes to the exterior of your home, there are a few commonly made blunders that you will want to avoid.
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Did your New Year's resolutions involve tackling a home repair list? Most Minnesota homeowners dread that to-do list because it is usually pretty lengthy.
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