Roof Leaks: What to Know Before Winter Hits
With fall in full swing, many Minnesota homeowners have wintertime on their minds—and are working on their exteriors accordingly. From cracking down on air leaks with better insulation to redoing their windows for a cozier interior, lots of things need to get done. One to-do that sometimes can fly under the radar unless your roof […]
Roof Leaks: What to Know Before Winter Hits
With fall in full swing, many Minnesota homeowners have wintertime on their minds—and are working on their exteriors accordingly. From cracking down on air leaks with better insulation to redoing their windows for a cozier interior, lots of things need to get done. One to-do that sometimes can fly under the radar unless your roof […]
How to Know if Your Home Needs Ice Dam Removal
If you’ve lived in Minnesota for at least a winter season, you no doubt know about the insidious threat of ice dams. Formed by a complex interaction between the temperature of your attic and the outside air, according to The Spruce, they can lead to massive water damage thanks to the puddling they cause. While the damage […]
What Color Should my New Roof Be?
A new roof, courtesy of your favorite residential roofing pros, is certainly an exciting purchase! Not only will it protect your home and insulation, potentially lower your energy bills, and make your HVAC system’s life easier, but it can also revolutionize the way your exterior looks. For some homeowners, that last benefit may feel a bit […]
A Guide for Choosing Your Home’s New Windows
Windows play a major role in establishing your home’s overall aesthetic and comfort. However, determining the best window types for your home isn’t always easy. From optimal daylight to simple operations, each window type provides a unique benefit and look. Understanding how each window design differs will help you select the best options for your home. 5 […]
Questions to Ask Your Roofing Contractor
When you hire a professional roofing contractor to take on a roofing job for your home, it’s important to ensure you understand exactly what the contractor plans to do. It’s your home, after all! You should feel confident asking your contractor any questions you may have throughout the process. At Intelligent Design Corporation, we provide […]
Three Common Cause of House Fires and How to Prevent Them
At Intelligent Design Corporation, we’re fire damage restoration experts—which means we see our fair share of household disasters. Though we’re always there to help you recover afterwards, we’d also love to see fewer of these disasters happen in the first place. Fires are devastating, needless to say, and the water damage that follows after putting them out can […]
Storm Damage Insurance: How to Make Sure you Get the Coverage You Deserve
Dealing with a severe storm is hard enough—you’ve got the extra planning to do beforehand to make sure you stay safe, the anxiety of knowing if the roads will be drivable soon, worrying if your loved ones are safe…the list of stressors is endless. But one thing can make all of that pale in the […]
Attic Insulation: Is Yours Doing its Job?
Your attic space isn’t an empty void. Aside from its obvious storage capabilities, it contains insulation—a substance that pulls its own weight and more in terms of helping to maintain your home’s internal temperature. By providing a barrier between your home’s interior and exterior, it keeps your interior comfortable no matter the season, not to […]
What’s the Best Flooring for Your Home Renovation?
Whether you’re doing a bathroom facelift or fixing up your entryway, if you’re working with a contractor to do a home remodel you’re likely to encounter one common factor: flooring. As good brands can last for decades, it’s also a significant investment for most remodels. Both of these combined means that it’s not at all […]