Murphy Brothers Blog

Homeowners Spring Checklist

  1. Wash windows and window screens
  2. Test smoke and CO detectors and change batteries.
  3. Exterior House Check-up
    1. Inspect the roof for damage from winter cold and ice, missing or Read More »

Behind the scenes: making it look easy (when it’s sometimes not)

Yesterday I had a client ask me if we could use a cabinet-maker they recommend because (she wrote): “one of my co-workers has recommended a cabinet builder from his home town of Amery, WI who is seeking jobs.” We get questions like this periodically and each time we give it individual consideration….so this is not a “standard” answer for all similar questions. I wanted to Read More »

Murphy Bros. Visits Marvin Windows

Cherie and JohnI find plant tours fascinating.  Over the past 20 years, I have seen millwork, steel fabrication and a window manufacturing and visited several case goods (furniture) and upholstery plants as well throughout MN, WI and NC.  Technology is changing by the day and it is amazing how science really partners up with craftsmanship and ingenuity to make a better product.

John and I recently toured and took classes the Marvin Windows factory in Warroad, Read More »

2010 Twin Cities Chamber Green Award

Murphy Bros. Designers and Remodelers was honored at the Twin Cities Chamber of Commerce 2010 Annual Gala with the, “Green Award”. John and Sherry Murphy were in attendance to accept this award that is given to companies that exercise responsible use and stewardship of our natural resources.

More than 25 years ago, Murphy Bros was green before “Green” was coined a label for today’s environmentally aware movement. Energy efficiency, healthy home environments Read More »

MN Home & Landscape Expo

Murphy Bros. will be at the MN Home & Landscape Expo this weekend at the Metrodome.  Contact Aaron

if you want free Read More »