Craftsmen Home Improvements

Maintaining Your Home’s Exterior Siding

July 24th, 2009

Siding Works Hard For Your Home
Your home is worth a little extra TLC every now and then. You already understand the merit in maintaining a clean, optimal-performing house; that’s likely why you chose Craftsmen Home Improvement for siding installation in MN in the first place.

Siding is an excellent way to build extra value into your home. Among the many advantages siding offers, many homeowners today recognize that it’s durable, requires less maintenance than many other home exteriors, is cost-efficient, and looks attractive when installed correctly.
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Posted in Home Improvement

Three Steps to Avoid a Home Improvement Nightmare

July 17th, 2009

Your home is probably the most important place in your life; no matter where you go during the day, you always come back home eventually.

That’s why home improvement projects need to be planned and executed with care.

There are so many factors that can impact whether your home improvement is a sweet dream or an infamous nightmare. From bad weather to the wrong materials and permits, there’s a lot that’s out of your control as a homeowner.

With so much you can’t impact, it’s important to take control of what you can.

Here are three steps to bring you closer to smoothly achieving your dream home. Read the rest of this entry »

Posted in Home Improvement

5 Signs You Need New Windows

June 17th, 2009

In Minnesota, you need to think ahead for your home improvement projects. With years of experience with Minneapolis window replacement projects, we’re sure of this fact.

You want your windows to efficiently insulate your home in the winter, but window installation is certainly a more pleasant job for both installers and homeowners in the summer.

Check your windows now and prepare them for winter long before it sets in.

How do you know if it’s time for window replacement?
Ask yourself these five questions: Read the rest of this entry »

Posted in Energy Efficiency, Minnesota Windows

The Five Steps of Roof Maintenance

June 4th, 2009

Nothing lasts forever and that includes your home’s roof. Just about anyone – from a roofing contractor to an average homeowner – can tell you failing to repair or replace your roof when it’s damaged will lead to expensive home improvement work.

While it’s inevitable that you’ll need to replace your roof someday, there are some key maintenance steps you can take to ensure your roof stays in good shape for as long as possible. Read the rest of this entry »

Posted in Twin Cities Roofing

Repair or Replace Your Twin Cities Roof?

May 6th, 2009

One of the biggest expenses of maintaining your home is maintaining your roof. When there’s a problem, the writing is usually on the wall – literally.

The cost of repairing your roof might look, on the surface, less painful than replacement. Proceed with caution, though, when choosing between repair and replacement.

The costs of repair can quickly compound to total more than a roof replacement. Or, in the end, your repairs may lead to a roof replacement, too. Replacing your roof to begin with could save you time, money, and a lot of headaches. Read the rest of this entry »

Posted in Twin Cities Roofing

Windows Qualifying for the Energy Efficient Tax Credit

April 30th, 2009

We recently wrote about the energy efficiency tax credit for new windows and doors. But, according to the credit requirements, what exactly constitutes an energy efficient window?

Not all windows labeled Energy Star qualify for the tax credit. Read the rest of this entry »

Posted in Energy Efficiency

Energy Efficient Buildings and the Economic Stimulus Package

March 24th, 2009

We hear about the U.S. economic stimulus package all the time, but what exactly does it include?

While the goal of the package is to increase the country’s gross domestic product and create new jobs, in part, it includes investments for building improvements to help energy efficiency. Read the rest of this entry »

Posted in Energy Efficiency

Energy Efficient Tax Incentive for New Windows and Doors

March 17th, 2009

You know improving your home’s energy efficiency is good for the environment, but this year, it’s very good for your wallet, too.

While an energy efficient home can help you save big on heating and cooling costs, this year’s energy efficient tax incentive puts even more money back in your pocket.

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Posted in Energy Efficiency

Windows for the Holidays 2008-2009 Winners Announced!

January 21st, 2009

In the spirit of service that we’re committed to at Craftsmen Home Improvements, we partnered with Pella to give away $10,000 worth of windows and doors to a family in need during the 2008 holiday season. Jason and Erika Schlicht were chosen as the giveaway recipients after being nominated on CraftsmenHomeImprovements.com. Read the rest of this entry »

Posted in Windows for the Holidays Giveaway

Craftsmen and Pella Partner for Windows for the Holidays

January 15th, 2009

At Craftsmen Home Improvements, we know our customers want quality products and quality home improvement services. We also know that while many homes need improvement, not all home owners can afford this work. To fill this need and to continue our commitment to quality service, we partnered with Pella for our Windows for the Holidays giveaway. Read the rest of this entry »

Posted in Windows for the Holidays Giveaway