There are some parts of the country that are colder than others during the winter. Minnesota is one of those areas. Not only does Minnesota experience lots of snow and ice accumulation, but the actual temperature can become extremely low. It is important that your home stays warm during this time of the year so that you have a safe haven from the brutal winter weather. Read Full Post
The Bloomington MN area just had their first snowfall of the season and temperatures remain quite chilly. There’s no need to waste your money on heat that escapes through drafty windows. Properly Insulated Windows can really save you a lot of money during Minnesota’s cold months. You could be losing up to 25% of your household energy loss because of poor window insulation. Tollefson Bros Exteriors, Inc. Read Full Post
We always want what we can’t have, isn’t that right? When it’s hot and humid in Minnesota, residents state that they can’t wait for snow…until the snow hits! Ice, wind, and snow pound the home, making most residents wishing for the hot and humid summer days all over again! Roofing damages, siding damages, smashed windows and torn gutters are all examples of things that can happen during the rough winter months in Minnesota. Read Full Post
If you have not already, you will be turning on your heat very soon for the winter. As a result, you may notice a sharp increase in your monthly energy bills. This makes for a perfect time to think about whether your home as energy efficient as it could be. At the very least, you want to make sure that your house can keep the heat inside during those cold months and provide you with a solid barrier for keeping cold air out. Read Full Post
When gutters are in disrepair, or when a house simply doesn’t have any, it can make any type of rain even more of a drag than it already is. Try getting into your house with a paper bag full of groceries as water streams freely off your roof and onto your head. This is why it is important to have your gutters in proper working order… Read Full Post