Winter weather can take a toll on your roof. The roofing materials are designed to defend against rain and snow, but they also wear over time and require regular inspections and maintenance. Freezing weather in winter makes them become brittle and more susceptible to...
Whether a summer thunderstorm or winter snow, the weather can take a toll on the exterior of your house. The building is designed to withstand the elements and wind as it provides shelter for you and your family, but it is also designed to have regular maintenance...
The winter season is approaching in Minnesota, but you still have time to make the necessary preparations to help you — and your home — weather it more easily. One of the best ways of doing so is to thoroughly assess the condition of your home’s...
When those warm spring breezes implore you to open your windows and air out your home after a long, shut-in winter, don’t stop at the inside. Your home’s exterior needs some attention, too. Here’s a brief checklist of things to address when undertaking spring...
No. Sure, a pressure washer can help make the job go a bit more quickly, but if you don’t have access to one and don’t want to shell out the cash to purchase or rent one, there are a couple of simple solutions that use everyday items that you almost certainly have...
If you have a leak dripping into your living room, you probably need a new roof. And if a strong gust of wind distributes weathered shingles into your yard, you probably need a new roof. But what if there aren’t so obvious signs? Here are seven things to look for to...
