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Category Archives: Home Improvement Tips

Remodeling your home: “Big Box” store vs. established local remodeling company

Most people have many misconceptions about the differences of different types of companies to work with on your home.  There is even more confusion when you consider the many different specialties and business structures of remodeling companies.  There are some myths about using “Big Box” stores that

More Stimulus Dollars Available

Energy Saver Rebates Are Here!  We Can Help! Minnesota Federal Stimulus rebates of up to $10,000 are available through the Minnesota Housing Fix-up Fund in the form of an Energy Saver Rebate on

John Weighs in on Lead Paint Law Change

Starting in April 2010, Builders and Remodelers who do renovation or remodeling project in homes built before 1978 must comply with the new lead paint safety requirements set by the EPA.   John attended the EPA approved course on Oct. 28th and was interviewed by Minnesota

Desperate Homeowners are easy targets for charlatans.

In just this past week I have heard first hand of three separate instances of people, in their attempts to get a deal, got fleeced.  If you read the paper, internet news or watch TV it is easy to understand why consumers believe that contractors are desperate and that

10 Tips to Winterize Your Home

1.  Change your furnace filter – If a furnace filter is doing its job, it collects all sorts of dust and particles.  Over time the filter becomes filled with these particulates which reduces its ability to clean the air and decreases the furnace performance.  Change it every 30 days to make sure your furnace will […]