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When a Roof Repair is Too Costly

When your roof is in need of repair, the problems can add up fast. Eventually, you can end up reaching a point where the continued expenses become a money pit. When this happens, your roof most likely needs to be replaced. Once you reach the point where constant repairs don’t seem to solve the problem, it’s time to think about starting over with a new roof.

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What Are the Most Common Roof Shapes?

A beautiful and functional roof does more than just add to your home’s overall value and keep everyone inside dry. It’s also a key component of your home’s thermal envelope or the invisible bubble of thermal protection that keeps your home climate controlled and energy-efficient. How each roof accomplishes that can vary widely. Some roofs are incredibly complex, while others are simple in design. Understanding how each roof design and slope works with specific roofing materials is a key part of helping to build a roof that functions and keeps everyone inside comfy year-round.

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Three High-Value Remodels to Increase Your ROI

When you think of fall, what comes to mind? When most people think of fall, they think of crisp, vibrant autumn leaves, pumpkin spice, and cozy sweaters. Here at The Construction Group in Maplewood, MN, we get excited about the fall for different reasons. That’s because fall is the best time of year for taking on remodeling projects, which means we get to help Twin Cities homeowners create beautiful home updates all season long.

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Is Tile Roofing Right for Your Home?

A roof is one of the single biggest investments you can make when it comes to remodeling projects for your home. If done right, your roof will add significant value to your home, protecting your family and looking beautiful for many years to come. That’s why it’s important to choose a roofing material that will remain highly durable while maintaining its beauty years from now.

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Is it Time to Install New Windows?

If you’re thinking of making a few home improvements before the winter weather hits, you don’t have to undertake a complete remodel to get a better ROI. One of the fastest and easiest home improvements you can make is to install new windows. Not only does it increase your home’s curb appeal, but it also helps to keep your home more comfortable all year long, even on the coldest winter months. This can add up to lower energy costs overall, reducing the stress on your HVAC system and the cost of maintenance in the process.

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Dealing with Winter Storm Damage

It’s fall right now, but with cold fronts blowing down from the Arctic, winter’s chill will be upon us before we know it. In the Twin Cities, we’re no strangers to cold weather, but we also know that winter can bring unexpected storms. As a homeowner, managing the damage a winter storm can cause can be frustrating, but it’s also unavoidable. That’s why it helps to have a trustworthy home improvement team on speed dial so you have someone to call for storm damage assessment and snow damage repair services.

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