10 Ways to Protect Your Home from the Winter Weather in Minnesota

10 Ways to Protect Your Home from the Winter Weather in Minnesota

December 2020 by Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows

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The adage, “prevention is better than cure” is still applicable to date. The best time to prepare and protect your home from Minnesota’s tough winters is during fall. Take the time to identify the risk your home faces, and the measures you can take to keep it safe. Since Minnesota’s winters tend to be frigid, preparation and winterizing your house is key to going through the winter in safety and comfort. It is also a good way to avoid incurring huge repair bills in spring. As you prepare for winters, here are a few things you need to consider:

  1. Clean Your Gutters
    If your gutters are blocked, they can damage your foundation, roof, and landscaping. As you prepare for winter, you should at least clean your gutters in spring and fall. Apart from the occasional cleaning, you should also clean them after a major storm that tends to send leaves flying. The right approach is to clean from a ladder instead of the roof. If you can, get a spotter or hire a professional to do the cleaning for you.
  1. Seal Windows and Doors
    Your heating bill would increase because cold air is leaking easily through cracks around your windows and doors. Weatherstripping your doors and caulking your windows can help to keep the house warm. If the last time you did it was last time, then this is the time to go back and check whether everything is in place. Take time to inspect your weather-stripping and make sure there are no leaks. Get a window insulation kit and properly apply the wrap to the inside of the window for that extra layer of protection.
  1. Trim Your Trees
    Your trees can cause a lot of damage to your home if the branches fall on your roof. Apart from winds, winter snow and ice are common culprits for making tree branches to fall. Trimming the branches that overhang your house in time can play an important role in protecting your roof. You can also hire a tree surgeon to do the work for you and ensure everything is in place.
  1. Seal Your Deck
    To keep your home safe, you need to apply a good sealant every few years or choose from a range of available permanent sealants. While opaque stains tend to last longer, clear treatments last for shorter periods and need to reapply every year. Any unsealed deck will attract mildew that will likely rot. Take time to seal your deck in fall without having for spring like everyone else. This is also a good time to check the deck for any damages that may have occurred during summer.
  1. Check and Change Your Furnace Filters
    As you prepare for winter, check the instructions from your manufacturer regarding the filters. Some furnaces may need filter replacement only in the fall while others require checking through the winter. Take this time to ruin the furnace to make sure it still works before it starts getting cold.
  1. Clean Your Chimney
    You should clean your chimney early enough before winter. It is custom practice for individuals with a wood fireplace to clean the chimney to reduce the risk of fire. Doing so at the right time not only makes sure you are safe but also ensures you got a way of keeping warm in the cold season.
  1. Insulate Your Pipes
    For those with pipes in the basement, this is the time to cover them with foam insulation. Wrap the pipes outside with heat tape to reduce the risk of frozen pipes. This will also help in reducing any problems and damages that can be caused by frozen pipes in your home.
  1. Put Away Lawn or Patio Furniture
    Before winter arises put away or cover your lawn and patio furniture, grill, or other items that you had kept outside during summer. Ensure the outdoors is clean, all kid’s toys have been gathered and put into the garage or indoors.
  1. Reverse Your Ceiling Fans
    The rule of thumb is to run your ceiling fans counterclockwise during summer and clockwise during winter. This will ensure that warm air is moving in the right direction for the season. The good thing is that most ceiling fans are reversible but just pressing a button.
  1. Winterize Your Garden

Winterize your sprinkler system and unhook the hoses before the first frost. Make sure you have emptied the rain barrel and turn it over before a hard freeze. Failure to do so may cause it to crack or even explode in the worst-case scenario. Empty the gas tank of your lawnmower or use a gas stabilizer to ensure it is safe.

Bottom Line

Preparing for winter is quite straightforward and simple if you know what to do. These simple steps will help you reduce your heating bill during the season and avoid expensive repairs to your home after winter.

Free Consultation Services

We also offer our customers free consultation services right before placing an order with us. Our consultation services are meant to help you make the right decision for your home improvement. We understand how difficult it can get to narrow down your options, but the process ought to be easier when working with an expert.

So, what are you waiting for? Contact us today and hire the best in roofing, siding, and windows services in Minnesota!

Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows is known for using the finest products in the industry for roofing installation with superior quality, unparalleled craftsmanship, and follows best practices, codes, and installation specifications. So, if you are looking for a reliable roofing contractor contact Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Windows today.

10 Ways to Protect Your Home from the Winter Weather in Minnesota2020-12-17T09:41:13-06:00

Energy-Saving Tips for Fall and Winter

Energy-Saving Tips for Fall and Winter

November 2020 by Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows

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As you plan to keep warm during the cool fall and cold winter months, you can save on energy costs by taking simple measures for your home. Try to keep the house warm while locking the cold outside. The tips shared in this article can be used daily as they are simple and affordable actions you can take to keep your home warm.

The first thing you need to do is conduct an energy audit of your home if you haven’t yet. An energy audit helps you identify areas you can save the most. It will also help you determine whether you need to make bigger investments for long-term energy saving. Based on your audit and the nature of your home, you can save energy and electricity costs this fall and winter by implementing the following tips:

  1. Utilize Heat From the Sun
    The heat from the sun is free for use and allows you to save energy if you use it in the right way. During the day, open curtains on the windows facing south to allow sunlight to heat up your home in a natural way. Make sure you close them early in the evening and night when it is chilly to reduce the amount of cold entering the house.
  2. Cover Drafty Windows
    You could be losing a lot of heat through drafty windows. During the cold winter months, use clear and heavy-duty plastic sheets to cover openings in your window frames. You can also tape plastic film and seal the openings tightly to reduce infiltration. Consider installing tight-fitting and insulating shades or drapes on the windows, which feel drafty after weatherizing.
  3. Find and Seal Leaks
    Any leaks in your home are a source of energy loss. Take time to find and seal air leaks in your house, especially around utility cut-through for pipes, gains in recessed lights in the insulated ceiling, gaps around chimneys, and unfinished spaced behind closets and cupboards. You may add weather-stripping and caulk to seal air leaks if your windows and doors are leaky.
  4. Adjust the House Temperature
    The temperature in your home should be ideal for the time of the day and activities you are engaged in. If you are home and awake, try setting your thermostat as low as you can. At night when you are asleep or when you are out of the house, setting your thermostat to around 10 – 15 degrees can save you more than 10% on your heating and cooling bills. Nowadays, you can even install a programmable or smart thermostat that allows you to automatically set the temperature depending on the time of day.
  5. Reduce Heat Loss from the Fireplace
    You can take a few measures to reduce heat loss from your fireplace. When you use the fireplace, open the damper in the bottom in the bottom of the firebox. You can also open the nearest windows about 1 inch and the door leading to the room. Then lower the thermostat setting to about 50 or 550 F. When there is no fire burning, always keep the fireplace damper closed.For those who never use the fireplace, it is advisable to plug and seal the chimney flue. However, if you use the fireplace regularly, install a heat-air exchange system and tempered glass doors to ensure warm air is blown back into the room. You may also acquire C-shaped metal grates to draw cool air from the room into the fireplace while circulating warm air into the room. Other measures you may take include adding caulking around the hearth of the fireplace and ensuring the fireplace flue damper is snugly sealed.
  6. Maintain Your Heating System
    You could be using lots of energy and incurring extra costs if your heating system is inefficient. Schedule for servicing on a regular basis to ensure everything is working effectively. Replace your furnace and haring pump filters once every month or as needed. Also, clean the wood and pellet-burning heaters vents on a regular basis to ensure the home is heated properly.
  7. Lower Holiday Lighting Costs
    You can save on more energy by keeping your holiday lighting costs minimal. LED light strings provide a budget way of decorating the home for winter.
  8. Reduce the Cost of Heating Water
    Save extra electricity cost by turning down the water heater temperature to 1200 F warm setting. The setting allows you to save energy while avoiding scalding your hands.

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While most of the tips shared here can qualify as DIYs, a professional will make sure everything is done the right way. Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Windows is a general contractor specializing in roofing, siding, windows, and gutters.

Free Consultation Services

We also offer our customers free consultation services right before placing an order with us. Our consultation services are meant to help you make the right decision for your home improvement. We understand how difficult it can get to narrow down your options, but the process ought to be easier when working with an expert.

So, what are you waiting for? Contact us today and hire the best in roofing, siding, and windows services in Central Iowa!

Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows is known for using the finest products in the industry for roofing installation with superior quality, unparalleled craftsmanship, and follows best practices, codes, and installation specifications. So, if you are looking for a reliable roofing contractor contact Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Windows today.

Energy-Saving Tips for Fall and Winter2020-11-18T09:16:21-06:00

The Top 8 Tips for Winterizing Your Home in Central Iowa

The Top 8 Tips for Winterizing Your Home in Central Iowa

October 2020 by Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows

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Let’s get you ready for the cold with our top 8 tips for winterizing your home!

Preparing your home for winter in Central Iowa takes some planning but doesn’t have to break the bank and can save you from major stress and costly repairs down the road. With a few simple steps, your home will be ready to stand up to the cold in the coming seasons.

  1. Make Sure Your Furnace Can Get You Through the Winter
    It’s a good idea to have a professional inspect and clean your furnace to make sure it’s in tip-top shape for the blustery season ahead. Also, make sure you have enough filters to refresh them monthly throughout the winter.
  2. Seal Doors and Windows
    Inspect for cracks and seal them up with caulk or weatherstripping before it gets drafty. Now is also the time to install storm windows.
  3. Clear Gutters & Downspouts
    Debris and autumn leaves can trap frozen water in your gutters which could create problems like warping and cracking.
  4. Beef Up Your Insulation
    Make sure that your attic has adequate insulation so you don’t waste extra money and energy on heating over the winter.
  5. Check the Foundation
    Keep leaves away from the foundation and seal any cracks or entry points where mice could enter, keeping in mind the little buggers can sneak through space as thin as a dime!
  6. Plant Bulbs for a Happy Spring
    Think ahead to spring and add some color to your yard with bulbs that like to be planted in the fall, such as daffodils and tulips.
  7. Assess Landscaping
    Move sensitive potted plants indoors and check for branches that need trimming near your roof or power lines.
  8. Change Direction on Your Ceiling Fan
    Clockwise for the winter will keep the warm air from rising and keep you warm

Free Consultation Services

We also offer our customers free consultation services right before placing an order with us. Our consultation services are meant to help you make the right decision for your home improvement. We understand how difficult it can get to narrow down your options, but the process ought to be easier when working with an expert.

So, what are you waiting for? Contact us today and hire the best in roofing, siding, and windows services in Central Iowa!

Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows is known for using the finest products in the industry for roofing installation with superior quality, unparalleled craftsmanship, and follows best practices, codes, and installation specifications. So, if you are looking for a reliable roofing contractor contact Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Windows today.

The Top 8 Tips for Winterizing Your Home in Central Iowa2020-10-30T11:57:55-05:00

Why You Should Use One Company to Do all the Work

Why You Should Use One Company to Do all the Work

June 2020 by Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows

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A lot of people usually have difficulties in finding the right contractors for their home improvement needs work. This is especially true when you want a contractor that will do all the work, including roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and more. Hire Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Windows to do all the work for you and make the whole process a lot easier. Having one company do all the work for you instead of piecemeal work is beneficial for several reasons.

Get Specialized Expertise from One Source

When you hire Heartland Roofing, Siding, and Windows, you will be working with highly trained experts in their field, with experience on multiple projects. With a great understanding of the related fields and niche knowledge, our company will provide better standards of work. The quality of our work will be consistent across all sections of the project, rather than disjointed qualities related to multiple contractors working on the same project.

Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows will take less time to start on the project and produce the desired results faster. You will not face the problem of time lag associated with waiting for the other contractor to finish their part as the entire work will be done by the company team. You can count on us to work on your home improvement projects, even on a limited time schedule.

Easier to File Insurance Claims

It is much easier to file insurance claims when you hire one company than multiple contractors. Many people usually find it difficult to get a contractor who is willing to do all the work under their insurance policy. This could be the roofing, siding, gutters, windows, and more. Getting a contractor that does all the work means that filing your insurance claims will be easy and straightforward.

When you hire us to do all the work, it means that you will only get a single invoice from the insurance company. This will be less hassle on your side, as opposed to multiple contractors where you would need an invoice for a sider, an invoice for the gutter, and so forth. At Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows, we help you with your insurance claim to make the process as easier as possible. We can represent you when the adjuster comes to inspect the property during work hours, advise you on insurance matters, and take you through the process of claiming discrepancies.

Hiring One Company Saves You Money

Hiring a single company to do all the work is more cost-effective than hiring a contractor for every piece of work. You will be paying an overall cost of the work needed, which is usually at a discount. If you opt to piece out the work, then you will need to pay each contractor individually, which may be more costly.

Since we have existing relationships with suppliers, we will acquire materials for the work at lower prices. This means lesser charges for the work on your side. We will work on your budget and schedule to ensure the work is delivered to the highest quality possible while saving you money at every step. The company’s experience in these related tasks allows us to better manage individual projects and provide accurate materials budget on time.

Free Consultation Services

We also offer our customers free consultation services right before placing an order with us. Our consultation services are meant to help you make the right decision for your home improvement. We understand how difficult it can get to narrow down your options, but the process ought to be easier when working with an expert.

So, what are you waiting for? Contact us today and hire the best in roofing, siding, and windows services in Central Iowa!

Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows is known for using the finest products in the industry for roofing installation with superior quality, unparalleled craftsmanship, and follows best practices, codes, and installation specifications. So, if you are looking for a reliable roofing contractor contact Heartland Roofing, Siding and Windows today.

Why You Should Use One Company to Do all the Work2020-06-29T14:17:03-05:00

Minnesota Best for Home Improvement Services

Minnesota Best for Home Improvement Services

March 2020 by Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows

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Want to know where to get your roofing, siding or windows from? Keep reading. We at Heartland are the best home improvement services providers.

Home improvement services are the most important services needed to carry out all the necessary functions in the house or any building. They not only provide for the excellent functionality but also the design of a building or home.

Because these services are so complex and need to be done professionally, expert help is required to carry out the best home improvement projects.

We provide you with the best home improvement services in the Twin Cities.

Over the course of just the last few years, we have successfully gained our name as one of the best roofing companies here in the Twin Cities. Our reputation is one of the most trusted by homeowners and property managers, which is why most of our business is from referrals. Not only do we make your satisfaction as our top-most priority, we also make sure you get it.

Our home improvement services include

● All roofing services, replacement, repair, both residential and commercial
● Siding replacement services
● Windows installation

We facilitate the above home improvement services in the best possible way providing you with written estimates, timeframe, and your peace of mind.

Roofing Services

Our roofing services are one of the best services in Heartland and our well experienced and professional engineers and contractors make sure of that. We provide you with the best roofing services of all types. Our Heartland roofing siding and windows services include

Roof Replacement
● Roof leakage
Roof hail damage and much more.

Siding Services

Our siding services are one of the best services you can find in the Twin Cities. We use the best in materials from the highest of standards. We entertain siding services of all types to ensure you get enough variety to choose from. Some of our siding services include

● Cedar Shake Vinyl Siding.
● Vertical Vinyl Siding.
● Horizontal Vinyl Siding.
● Scalloped Vinyl Siding.

Windows Installation

We provide you with the best window installation in the Twin Cities. Our company takes pride in meeting your requirements with our top notch team of experts who are well equipped with all the latest tools needed to repair and install windows in your home and thus giving your home an improved look both function and design wise. Our window installation services include

● Vinyl Windows
● Fiberglass Windows
● Wood Windows
● Bay Windows and much more!

Why Choose Us?

So why should you choose Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows for roofing, siding or windows and what really makes us stand out from the rest? Here are a few reasons why you should choose us.

Individuality in Each Project

We treat each project different from the other and therefore take individual steps to tackle it. Our individuality and responsibility for each project makes us worth choosing.

Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed

With our trained and professional staff, we leave no chances for disappointment, you will surely get our best when you choose us. Even after your project is completed, we still have you covered. You can call us anytime if you encounter a problem.

Free Consultation Services

We also offer our customers free consultation services to improve their homes right before they place an order with us. This allows them to get expert opinion.

So, what are you waiting for? Get the best in roofing, siding, and windows services in the Twin Cities!

Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows is known for using the finest products in the industry for roofing installation with superior quality, unparalleled craftsmanship, and follows best practices, codes, and installation specifications. So, if you are looking for a reliable roofing contractor to turn the lousy roofing job into an awesome waterproof roof, contact Heartland Roofing, Siding and Windows today, and have your roof repaired by true professionals.

Minnesota Best for Home Improvement Services2020-03-26T19:24:07-05:00

Reasons to Replace Your Siding in the Winter

Reasons to Replace Your Siding in the Winter

January 2020 by Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows

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When you trust Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows there are numerous benefits to replacing your siding during the winter.

Your siding needs to be replaced, but you’re worried about going through the cold winter months without protection from the elements. While you may be hesitant to schedule a siding team during the coldest season of the year, don’t be! When you trust Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows there are numerous benefits to replacing your siding during the winter.

  1. You Won’t Need to Worry About Your Landscaping
    In the wintertime, the siding installation crew doesn’t need to worry about working around landscaping, when they have to take extra precautions in warmer months to ensure they do not flatten bushes or hedges around the outside of the home during the siding installation process.
  2. You’ll Keep the Heat Inside Your Home
    This is a great perk to getting your siding replaced during the winter months! Your investment in siding installation can quickly pay off, especially during the wintertime. Once installation is complete, it effectively keeps heat inside, and it’s reasonable to expect your energy bills to be lower than they would be otherwise. You can still get the benefits of added insulation for part of the season when the temperature drops, which will roll over into your spring energy bills, giving you the full benefits of your new siding’s energy-saving properties.
  3. You Can Get a Convenient Installation Time
    When companies aren’t as busy, it is easier for them to schedule your installation process for a time period that is most convenient for you. Scheduling the job far enough in advance when siding crew schedules are more flexible can help you schedule the best and most convenient install time, and in some cases, get you a discount.
  4. You’ll Increase Your Home’s Value and Curb Appeal
    Not only will new siding bring about some short-term benefits, there are also long-term benefits. For instance, new quality siding will increase the overall value of your home and its curb appeal. Replacing siding is one of the best ways to improve the appearance of your home’s exterior and make it look great for the holidays!

The sooner you install new siding, the sooner you will see the great results!

Heartland Roofing Siding and Windows is known for using the finest products in the industry for siding installation with superior quality, unparalleled craftsmanship, and follows best practices, codes, and installation specifications.

Think you need repair or want a professional opinion about your siding’s health? Call us at 800-681-4169 or on our CONTACT PAGE to request an appointment from one of our trained professional inspectors.

Reasons to Replace Your Siding in the Winter2020-02-24T21:45:57-06:00
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