The 2012 spring storm season was expensive for many homeowners. According to National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, we spent over 11 billion dollars in repairs and saw at least seven tornadoes that season. That makes having high-quality building materials for our home all the more important. Apex Fiberglass Vinyl and ...
read moreGood siding should be tough enough to stand up to the elements, good looking enough to add curb appeal and easy enough to maintain that you won’t spend too much time taking care of it when you could be doing other things. A promising, newer siding material that fits all ...
read moreUnfortunately, house fires happen fairly often in Minneapolis, and dry summers only make the danger that much more of a possibility. However, the below example shows how the same James Hardie Siding we offer was able to stand up to a 2010 fire in Texas long enough for the family ...
read moreOne of the most popular exterior materials for homes is vinyl siding. It’s been a mainstay since 1995, and it’s still going strong. In fact, 33% of new homes built in 2011 had vinyl siding. It may be a low-maintenance product, but it still gets dirty and can still be ...
read moreVinyl siding has been a long-time favorite for Minnesota homes, and it’s proven time again to be a wise choice. According to the Vinyl Siding Institute, it has made a good name for itself as being environmentally friendly in addition to its well-known reliability. Sustainability Vinyl is extremely friendly to ...
read moreAlthough vinyl siding is low maintenance, grime from wintery Minneapolis roads and other sources can still stain it. To keep it clean, try any of these proven methods. Dish Soap The easiest and most accessible solution to mix is hot water and simple dish soap. This will work in the ...
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