Your home’s roof is its first line of defense against the elements, providing shelter and protection for you and your loved ones — but it’s also a hefty investment. To protect it, it’s crucial to ensure that you have a comprehensive warranty to cover you in case something goes wrong. One such warranty is the Golden Pledge Limited Warranty offered … Read More
Ice Dam Prevention, Management, and Elimination: Hoyt’s Expert Advice
Snowy Minnesota winters can bring a lot of fun: every kid knows the joy sledding, snowman building, and snowball fights can bring! But harsh winter weather can also bring some not-so-fun things, including ice dams and the damage they can cause to your roof. Read on to learn how ice dams develop, ice dam prevention and management tips, and how … Read More
Planning for a New Roof: 5 Tips for Homes and Multi-Family Structures
Your roof is a vital part of your home’s structure. It keeps the elements out and the heated or cooled air in. Plus, it helps protect the interior of your home as well as your belongings. So when your roof no longer does its job, it’s important to ensure you get a quality replacement. Whether you’re a homeowner or property … Read More
How the Freeze-Thaw Cycle Can Impact Your Home’s Roof This Winter
Winter weather can be hard on your home’s roof. Heavy snow, ice, wind, and temperature fluctuations can cause wear and tear (and sometimes severe damage) on even the best-constructed roof. Your home’s roof acts as a barrier, protecting you, your home, and your belongings from the elements. When that barrier is compromised, your home and its contents are at risk … Read More
Commercial Roofing Install 101: What Makes Hoyt Exteriors the Best in the Business?
The roof of your commercial building serves many functions. It protects your building from the elements, keeps your staff and customers warm and dry, and offers a good first impression to the outside world. Considering everything your roof does for you, it’s important to keep it in good condition. Every roof experiences wear and tear over time, and will eventually … Read More
Roof and Insulation Inspection 101: What To Look for This Fall
Your roof and insulation are your home’s first line of defense against severe weather, extreme temperatures, pests, and other environmental threats. A well-cared-for roof and proper insulation helps to create a barrier that protects your home from damage and regulates its indoor temperature and humidity. This means a more comfortable home for you, not to mention fewer expensive repairs! Both … Read More
Need New Windows? Plan Ahead—You May Face a Long Wait
Whether you’re building a new construction home or replacing older windows, you may have to wait a while for your windows to come in. It used to be that it would only take around 2-3 weeks to get windows in once they were ordered. Now, due to pandemic-related shortages and supply chain disruptions, it’s taking closer to 6 months. As … Read More
What Makes Hoyt Exteriors Different? An Interview With Paul and Levi Hoyt
For more than twenty years, the Hoyt family has relied on hard work, integrity, and a wealth of experience to build their family business. Led by father-son duo Paul and Levi Hoyt, Hoyt Exteriors has become a premier source for residential and commercial building exteriors in the Twin Cities area. Read on to learn from them what makes Hoyt Exteriors … Read More
Want To Update Your Exterior This Summer? Make Your Game Plan Now
Stuck inside and dreaming about the updates you want to make to your home or business this summer? Whether you’re envisioning a fresh look with new siding, hoping to improve energy efficiency with new windows, or eager to finally build the deck you’ve always dreamed of, now is the time to start planning. Start Planning Now — Get a Jump … Read More
Featured Project: Roof Inspection and Installation for Century Ridge
We recently completed a roof inspection and installation project for Century Ridge in Lakeville. This project involved: inspecting 26 buildings throughout the complex to examine the extent of hail damage incurred, determining the best course of action for roof repair or replacement, assisting with the insurance claim, and ultimately installing new roofing. Hail Damage Inspection and Insurance Claim Assistance The … Read More