The Dos and Dont’s of Winter Maintenance for Wood Decks
Whether a contractor built your deck at the same time as your home or you created a custom deck during the last year, you must protect the space come winter.…
How Roof Color Affects Your Home
As you drive through your neighborhood, you may not pay much attention to roof color. You know your own home has dark brown shingles, but you couldn't name the colors…
10 Accessories Every Deck Needs
You have just built or purchased a deck so you could host all kinds of gatherings on it. Maybe you have neighborhood barbecues in mind, or perhaps you want your…
The Beginner’s Guide to Roof Replacement
Your home's roof has served you well for many years. Whether you have a wood, rubber, asphalt, or metal roof, it has protected your family from wind, rain, sleet, and…
Top 7 Most Wanted: Your Roof’s Worst Enemies
Your roof does its best to defend you, your family, and your property from a variety of threats. However, some attackers can overwhelm your roof's defenses, causing a great deal…
The Essential Roofing, Siding, & Decking Spring Cleaning Checklist
Spring has officially arrived in Minnesota, which means warm summer weather and blissful sunny days are just around the corner. After a long, harsh winter, you're probably more than ready…
When, Why, and How to Maintain Your Gutters
You know your roof needs regular maintenance. After winter or after a heavy storm, you check your shingles to find signs of warping, bending, breakage, and more. If you find…
How to Protect Your Deck from These 6 Common Pests
You recently installed a deck, and you look forward to the barbecues, parties, and lazy summer evenings you'll spend on it.However, as you've added patio furniture and decor, you've noticed…
Parties, Pilates, and Campfires, Oh My: 3 Ways to Use Your Deck This Summer
You wake up, peek through your eyelids, and catch sight of a few rays of light. You quickly jump up, rush to the window, push it open, and are flooded…