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Single, Double or Triple Pane?
Since roughly 90% of a window is glass, your choice of single, double or triple pane can dramatically affect your energy efficiency. Double and triple pane windows trap a layer of still air or gas...
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What is Affecting Your Roof’s Performance?
If you are wondering if your asphalt roof is getting past its peak, it probably is. Asphalt roofs are made to withstand lots of beatings from the weather, but over time the material will succumb to...
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INSULATION SHOWDOWN-WHICH TYPE MAKES SENSE IN YOUR HOME?
Recognizing the fact that your home doesn’t stay keep your family warm the way it should is the easy part. Determining what type of insulation makes sense for your home is a little trickier. In this...
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Grand Openings: Picking the Right Front Door for Your Home
It’s often been said that the first impression is the most important. While this holds true in the game of life, this mindset also holds true when it comes to selecting the right front door for your...
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The Biggest Mistakes People Make When Building a Home
As the adage goes, “Hindsight is always 20/20”. In the construction industry, no more is this true than when it comes to building a home. Some of the biggest reasons are because it’s something that...
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2012 Rewind of Lindus Construction
We have so much to be grateful for this year at Lindus Construction/Midwest LeafGuard. 2012 was a year of growth and professional accomplishments that exceeded our wildest expectations. We have...
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The Facts About Cedar Shake Roofing
What is Cedar Shake Roofing? Cedar shake roofs use wooden shingles that are made from split logs. The roofs have a distinctive look because the thickness and length of each shingle can vary. This...
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Cabin fever? Tackle a Wintertime Home Improvement Project!
The reality that winter is setting in this past week due to subzero temperatures does not mean that all of your home improvement projects need to come to a startling halt. Actually, wintertime is ideal...
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Can a Roof Be Installed in the Winter?
In our industry, the busiest times for roofing installation are first thing in the spring and in the fall. Those in the spring may have prolonged the project longer than they should have and those in...
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Why Hiring a Contractor in the Winter Could Save You Money!
1. Decreased time for an estimate & installation During the summer, contractors are booked with home improvement projects, but during the winter months, contractor’s schedules are a lot less full...
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Building a Home? A Word about Builder Grade Materials.
Anyone who’s built a home or considered building a home has likely heard the term “builder grade” materials. But when there are so many details to consider, a potential home builder may not look as...
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What is Your Average Cost Recouped on Your Remodeling Project?
Every year, Remodeling Magazine publishes their Cost vs. Value report giving you accurate information on what the national average is, for the area you live in, regarding increase in value for your...
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Pros & Cons of Flat Roofing
A flat roof, just as the name suggests, is laid horizontally though it may contain a minor incline. Synthetic rubber & asphalt are the two most common flat roofing materials. When determining...
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Keep Your Sanity this Winter…Add a Mudroom!
If you are unfamiliar with the term “mudroom”, it is a room in your home that acts as a portal between the outdoors and indoors. More commonly seen in country homes, they’re becoming more popular in...
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The Down Low on Hot Roofs
Traditionally in the Midwest, homes are insulated with fiberglass or cellulose insulation. However, a newer trend being seen in homes is the use of spray foam insulation. Just as the name implies,...
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Ways to Void Your Roof Warranty
Every roofing manufacturer is a little different when it comes to warranties. Some warranties are prorated while others aren’t. Some cover labor and materials while others only cover materials....
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Need an Energy Boost? Feng Shui Your Home!!
Feng Shui is the Chinese art of placement and spatial arrangement balance in relation to the flow of energy. It is a science that was developed over 3,000 years ago and reveals how to balance the...
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The Best Apps for Home Maintenance-2.0
The Best Apps for Home Maintenance-2.0 Back in June, we analyzed some of most recent home improvement apps available. (Need a refresher? Visit...
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Sneaky Ways Builders are Cutting Corners
Sadly, there are a lot of shady businesses out there and, as a result, watchdog websites like Google Reviews, GuildQuality, the Better Business Bureau and Angie’s List are thriving. Dishonest...
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Can I Install a New Roof Over My Old One?
Installing a new roof is a sizable investment and most homeowners want to ensure that they’re being wise with their money. As a cost-saving measure, some may look to eliminate the cost of the tear-off...
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