Posted on 11/8/2021 4:12 AM By The Construction Group
When you think of home insulation services, what comes to mind? Chances are you’re thinking of that heavy pink attic insulation. But your attic isn’t the only part of your home that loses heat during the winter months. Your exterior walls and garage walls could use a little help, too.
Posted on 10/14/2020 4:00 AM By The Construction Group
Mornings seem to be getting colder each day this time of year. By now, there’s a good chance you’ve at least thought about kicking your furnace on for the first time. As we get ready to turn back our clocks and the nights begin to grow longer, you’ll most likely be relying on your heater more and more. If all of this has you worried about your monthly energy costs, you’re not alone. Millions of Americans are paying far too much for their home energy costs each winter.
Posted on 9/21/2020 4:00 AM By The Construction Group
It’s been a long summer filled with beautiful, sunny days here in the land of 10,000 lakes. Whether you spent your summer days out on the water or kicking back in the backyard with a few friends and the charcoal grill, there’s nothing quite like those long summer days. But September is upon us at last, and the evenings are getting cooler by the day. Soon, the world will be filled with autumn leaves and we’ll all be reaching for our jackets.
Posted on 11/21/2016 4:00 AM By The Construction Group
Minnesota’s winter weather isn’t for everyone. To make matters worse, the days are longer in the winter, meaning we have fewer hours of sunlight that could lessen the impact of our uncomfortable winter days. The easiest way to reduce the impact of temperatures just above zero is to stay warm by ensuring your insulation is in top-notch shape.
Posted on 8/22/2016 4:00 AM By The Construction Group
After making all the necessary changes and repairs, you may dream of a remodeling or a home upgrade project. Granite countertops, a grand double-door entrance, or an open bathroom with skylights are all ways to transform your home and make it comfortable for you, but do these projects add value to your home? We examined the 2016 Cost Vs. Value report for Minneapolis and saw a few interesting finds. You may be surprised to see what areas within your home can be remodeled or upgraded to give you the most bang for your buck.
Posted on 6/13/2016 4:00 AM By The Construction Group
When it comes to insulation in your home, there are a lot of factors you should consider. With the goal of protecting your home from the inside out, you want to make sure that you have the best insulation possible. The following are things you should consider if you are contemplating re-insulating your home or choosing the initial insulation for a new home.
Posted on 5/11/2016 11:08 AM By The Construction Group
Many homes either have a distinct deficit of insulation running along the rim joist of their roofline, while others just have whatever insulation is being used in this space jammed in to the very end. Neither application is optimal for ensuring that your roof ‘breathes’ properly, or instrumental in preventing rot, loss of insulation value, or other problems that may result over time.