One of the items on the many home improvement wish lists that create lasting value year round, is a basement renovation. When you turn an unfinished basement into a functional, livable space you expand your home’s valuable square footage and increase your quality of living. The project may seem like a huge undertaking, but how in-depth the renovation goes is …

Is Your Home Losing Energy? Many Minneapolis homeowners feel that as long as their attic is properly insulated and gaps around windows and doors are filled in that their house is as energy-secure as it can be. Unfortunately for your utility bills, that statement couldn’t be further from the truth.  Make no mistake, it is incredibly important to have the …

Which Has More Value – Interior or Exterior Renovations?  You’ve probably heard that putting money back into your home is one of the best ways to spend money. It’s true, you not only get the satisfaction of enjoying a quality renovation – your property becomes more valuable and thus you get more money when it comes time to sell your …

While the process of undergoing a home renovation – no matter the size – is an exciting time, it admittedly can also be a stressful one. Losing access to areas of your home, even while they are being improved, could be considered an inconvenience. Read about some helpful tips for neighbors and your renovation project.  Homeowners will gladly deal with …

The Effects of Attic Condensation in Your Home This winter has brought extremely cold temperatures and tons of snow in the Twin Cities. Most of us cannot wait for some relief (aka spring and warmth)! One thing to note is that as the days get longer and the mercury ever so slowly rises, the thawing causes problems in itself. One …

Is It Time To Invest In Your Garage? Benefits of a Finished Garage You’ve probably heard time and time again that putting money back into your home is one of the best investments a person can make. That statement is definitely true. After all, what better way to spend your surplus budget than improving your quality of living and/or lowering …

Despite the fact that we’re used to cold, snow, and ice here in Minnesota there’s always some concerns when it comes to our homes as winter approaches. There are many reasons why it’s important to prepare your home for winter including safety, energy efficiency, and to make sure your home is in tact when spring finally arrives after the chilly …