It’s summer, and it’s the perfect time to sit outside with your family and friends to enjoy the weather (especially before we are subjected to the Minnesota winter weather again). When it comes to grilling and hanging out in your backyard, there is no better place to do it than your deck. While the basis of decks is pretty simple, … Read More

When was the last time you took a close look at the siding of your home? Because you likely spend much of your time indoors, it’s easy to forget that the exterior of your house is just as important as the interior. Even if you are content with the weathered look of your house’s exterior, it is important to remember … Read More

Your house is the shield that protects you from all sorts of severe weather. Unfortunately for your home’s exterior, that means being constantly pelted by rain, snow and occasionally hail. While this is better than having chunks of ice rain down upon you and your family, it can do quite a bit of damage to your roof and siding. Unlike … Read More

There’s nothing like adding the perfect deck to your yard. The trouble lies in finding the right style that perfectly compliments the exterior of your home. Not all houses are alike, you see, and there isn’t a one-size-fits all deck to rule them all. Over the years, many styles have come into the industry while others deservedly went the way … Read More

A house is essentially useless without a sturdy roof over your head. It keeps you warm in the winter, dry in the spring, cool in the summer and prevents you from having to rake leaves off your carpet in the fall. Although the quality of roofing shingles has greatly increased over the years, nothing lasts forever. You will eventually have … Read More