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Winter weather is still upon the Twin Cities, and all of that snow, ice, and winter rain can take its toll on your roof. The freeze and thaw cycles that winter brings can also cause serious damage. If you suspect your roof may have sustained a degree of damage this winter, it’s important to stay on top of repairs. This prevents more serious damage from occurring, which could lead to the need for total roof replacement over time.

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Your kitchen is where your family converges and bonds, creating happy memories right along with beautiful meals. It’s also one of the most well-loved and well-used rooms in your home, and it tends to experience wear and tear much faster than other spaces. But updating your kitchen can be extremely costly when it requires all of your cabinets to be removed and replaced. That’s why more homeowners than ever before are turning to kitchen refacing instead of traditional kitchen remodeling.

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There’s nothing quite like a beautiful kitchen to give a home that sense of warmth and comfort where happy memories are created. An inviting kitchen serves as a backdrop for some of the most important moments of our lives from breaking bread with friends to sharing heart-to-hearts with the kids. A beautiful kitchen can also help to increase your home’s overall value. That’s why it’s important that your kitchen is as comfortable as it is functional.

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If you’re looking for ways to step up your home’s curb appeal, it can be hard to know where to begin. While completely repainting your home or repaving your driveway are both fantastic ways to improve your home’s appeal from the street, they are costly and can be quite time-consuming. One of the easiest and fastest ways to dramatically elevate curb appeal is with window replacement using customized windows designed to improve your home’s look.

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Your roof protects your home from the elements, whether it’s sunny outside or rainy and cold, and during the winter, your roof is put to the test every year. If you take care to make sure your roof is regularly maintained over the years, it will continue to perform well over time. But eventually, all roofs will need to be replaced. At The Window Store, one of the ways we serve Minnesota and Wisconsin homeowners is by offering high-quality GAF roofing products.

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There’s nothing quite as exciting as the feeling of moving into a newly remodeled home. But over time, what once was new can end up in need of a little refreshing, even in the most stunning of homes. One of the most important but often overlooked remodeling projects is your home’s windows. As you’re making your New Year’s resolutions this year, it might be a good idea to consider replacing your home’s outdated windows.

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In addition to homeowners insurance policies, many homeowners across Wisconsin and Minnesota choose to sign up for home warranty policies to protect their investment. A home warranty can protect the appliances and other features within your home in case you should experience a need for repair. It typically covers the costs of any damage that meets certain conditions outlined in the warranty text. If your home is under warranty, you may have questions about how this warranty works.

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The weather outside is starting to get much colder outside, and before long, we will all be bundling up in coats and scarves. Winter weather brings the inevitable chance of serious winter storms, and if your home isn’t ready, all of that ice and snow can do some serious storm damage. Fortunately, there are several precautions you can take to make sure your home is in top condition before we’re hit with wild winter weather this season.

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When you think about home maintenance and storm damage, there are plenty of things that come to mind. You are probably aware that your roof needs to be repaired from time to time and that damage to your siding and windows can occur. But you may not immediately think about your home’s fascia boards or soffits. However, both of these important elements of your home’s design provide an important function as elements of your roof’s structure.

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Your home’s curb appeal is important for a number of reasons. If you’re getting ready to list it on the market, having a home that looks great on the outside could mean the difference between whether you have a speedy sale or not. But it’s also great to come home to a beautiful and welcoming home at the end of a long day. That’s why a home’s exterior is a great place to start when it’s time for renovations.

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