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A Homeowner’s Guide to Navigating Insurance Claims After Hail or Storm Damage
Severe storms are a fact of life in Minnesota. From hail and high winds to heavy rain and ice, weather events can damage your roof, siding, gutters, and windows in ways that aren’t always obvious
Comprehensive Guide to Home Exterior Maintenance: Seasonal Checklist to Extend Roofing, Siding & Gutter Lifespan
Your home’s exterior is the first line of defense against Minnesota’s unpredictable weather—snow, ice, hail, heat, humidity, and sudden temperature shifts. Without consistent maintenance, even the highest-quality roofing, siding, gutters, and windows begin to wear
Minnesota Roof Lifespan: How Weather Impacts Your Shingles
Minnesota homeowners know that our weather isn’t just unpredictable—it’s demanding. Roofs here face a unique set of stressors: months of heavy snow, subzero temperatures, extreme summer heat, humidity, hail, and rapid freeze–thaw cycles. These conditions
Roof & Exterior Maintenance Guide: What Minnesota Homeowners Should Do Each Season
If you live in Minnesota, your home’s exterior takes a beating year-round — hail in the spring, summer heat waves, autumn storms, and heavy winter snow. Over time, these conditions can wear down your roof,
Asphalt Shingle Roofs vs. Metal Roofs: What’s Best for Twin Cities Homes?
When it’s time for a new roof, Twin Cities homeowners often face one big question: should I choose asphalt shingles or upgrade to metal roofing? Both options offer unique advantages, but the right choice depends