The key to a successful remodel project involves starting with an excellent design — this goes for patios and decks as well. Don’t settle for a bland slab of wood or concrete when building an exceptional deck or patio can bring flavor and value to your yard and home. Enjoying Minnesota summers means getting the [...]
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It is an unfortunate truth of Minnesota living – as temperatures drop, the critters and creatures that we so enjoy outdoors can begin to find their way indoors. Make sure your home is ready to ward off any unwanted guests with these fall home pest prevention tips: Seal Entrances: Check the weatherstripping around your [...]
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We love exterior projects and outdoor living spaces, and this project combined the best of both! We recently had the opportunity to take a basic screened porch on a Bloomington home and convert it into a three-season porch great for nearly year around use.
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In the summer we find ourselves enjoying our outdoor spaces far more than usual. With that in mind, summer is a great time to clean up some of your exterior areas including your shed, porch, and garage. Today, we are going to focus on the latter of the three – the garage. This often forgotten space [...]
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Summer is a great time to start thinking about your home’s curb appeal. Whether you are interested in preparing your home to sell or in welcoming summer guests into your space, spring and summer are the perfect months to tackle some exterior projects sure to up your home’s aesthetic! Here are a few of our [...]
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Are you ready to head outdoors and enjoy this early summer? What better place to spend your summer months then enjoying a drink or good company on your deck? If your deck is in need of a makeover or, if you are lacking an outdoor oasis altogether, consider one of these popular trends for your [...]
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For the most part, we applaud the weekend home improvement warrior. We admire your can-do attitude and oftentimes are genuinely impressed by customer projects. However, there are some things that are just better left to the professionals. Check out our list of the top “Don’t DIY” projects! Electrical Work: Unless you are tackling a [...]
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Summer time means barbeques and bonfires, pool parties and play dates. With all the fun to be had, it is easy to forget those pesky home preparation tasks. Get your summer chores out of the way with these simple step for preparing for guests: Cool Down: Make sure that your house is ready to act as [...]
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Are you the parent or family member of a proud 2012 graduate? As you are preparing to celebrate your graduate’s accomplishments, you are likely planning a party! One of the keys to a successful celebration is offering plenty of space to accommodate guests, family and friends. Luckily graduation season falls in the spring – the [...]
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In our last post we discussed interior doors. This week we’re bringing our door discovery outside and looking instead at exterior entrances. MATERIALS Steel: The main choice to consider when picking an exterior door is the door material. There are three main choices available including steel, fiberglass, and wood. The most affordable option of [...]
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