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John Murphy, President / CEO, CR (Certified Remodeler). John worked as a carpenter while he attended Bethel College. After graduating from there with a BA in Business Administration, he put his knowledge and carpentry skills to use as he founded Murphy Bros. in 1983 out of his home.

It’s only a roof….. how hard can it be?

“Fix-up” season is nearly upon us and many homeowners are planning projects to be completed over the warmer spring, summer and fall months in our region.  One of the most common and seemingly simple projects is to replace an old and failing roof.  While there are literally thousands of roofing contractors to choose from, there […]

How to recognize a BAD DEAL before it is bad for you.

As with most people, you probably have a list of “To-Do’s” around the house that you are meaning to get to; replacing the roof, replacing a door or some windows, upgrading the bathroom, painting the siding, etc. Then, just as you were about to seriously start investigating how to get one of these projects done, […]

ICE DAMS – Causes and Cures

REMOVE ICE DAMS NOW!!! Ice dams can form on any type of building structure; from unheated sheds, to any style of home, to large “flat” roof commercial buildings.  The phenomenon occurs on a snowy or icy roof, when a higher area on the roof is

Cost vs. Value 2010-2011

Remodeling Magazine has just published the 2010-11 Cost vs. Value Report (costvsvalue.com).  This report provides vital information for homeowners about what they can expect as an

REBATE ALERT

We just received information that the MHFA (Minnesota Housing Finance Association) will be announcing a new rebate program for energy efficient home improvements such as windows, doors, insulation etc…  This program will

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