In fall and winter, it’s so nice to be able to gaze outside from a warm, cozy home. The materials and features you choose in home windows can have an impact on energy efficiency. So when you’re shopping for windows, what should you look for? Here are some window materials and features that can help… Read More
Keeping a strong, safe roof over your head is one of life’s most basic needs. You need it to protect you from the elements (which, in Minnesota, are always changing). To take good care of your roof, you need to take care of something less noticeable, too: your gutters. Here are some ways to be… Read More
After a damaging storm sweeps through your neighborhood, your first instinct may be to just continue with life as usual. Your days are busy, and contacting an insurance agent may feel like something you can put off for a while. But it’s smart to file an insurance claim promptly. Here’s why you should get the… Read More
Fall in Minnesota means a new school year, fresh routines and getting your yard ready for winter. Fall is also a good time to check on your home siding. The season gives you the opportunity to maintain, repair or replace your siding before cold weather strikes. Here are four guidelines to remember as you take… Read More
Fall in Minnesota means getting your home ready for change. As much as we love warm weather, we know winter will be here in a few short months. Performing maintenance now can help keep your home cozy and comfortable when the snow starts to fly. When you’re getting your home ready for the cold, remember… Read More
Quality windows have features carefully designed to improve your home. This technology can help you save money on energy costs – and keep your home more comfortable and secure. Here are some features you may see as you shop for home windows. Double or triple-paned glass When you look through a window, you’re often looking… Read More
Snowstorms are not the only type of storm that can leave something behind. Summer and fall storms can bring strong winds, pounding rain and hail. These elements can damage your home. Here are some of the places in your home where warm weather storms may leave their mark. And, here’s what to do about it…. Read More
When you replace your home siding, you need to decide what’s most important to you. Is strength your top priority for siding? Or are you looking for a certain appearance? Or lower initial cost? If durability is a high priority for you, you may want to consider steel siding. Steel siding can last a remarkably… Read More
When you hire a roofing company, you want to work with people who really care about the work they do for you. At Minnesota Exteriors, improving your home is more than a job for us. When we come to your residence, we’re continuing a tradition begun by people we know. We’re a third-generation, family-owned and… Read More
The state fair is a major event in Minnesota. Some people even go twice a year. There’s definitely plenty to do – and win. Here are some facts from the state fair website you may not know about the fair. The Minnesota State Fair first took place in 1859. Before the fair found its current… Read More
