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Dec 30, 2017
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Ice Dam Risk Factors

Our team answers homeowner questions every weekend on WCCO 830 AM from 9:00 am-10:00 am.  Have your most pressing home improvement questions answered by calling 651-989-9226 or texting 81807.  Here’s the must-know information our COO, Andy Lindus, shared on 12.30.17. 

With the subzero temperatures persisting, it’s unsafe to perform the vast majority of exterior home improvements unless it’s an emergency situation.  For many homeowners, the weather is highlighting areas of the house that may need examination, such as drafty windows.  This time of the year, subpar insulation and ventilation manifest themselves through ice dams.  Story and a half homes are the most likely to encounter ice dams.  That’s because the upper level of the home is comprised of walls that are straight for the first few feet and then quickly start angling to the top of the room before flattening out again.  Spray foam insulation, ventilation, and attic air sealing are almost always needed in order to create a more energy efficient space.  Rooms with vaulted ceilings are also a challenge to insulate.  The best way insulate this type of space is with a hot roof.  This process involves the application of spray foam insulation to the entire roof cavity.

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Andy in Crystal had a great room addition completed on his home seven years ago.  He opted to not put a basement underneath and chose to go with a block foundation.  He wanted to understand if insulating underneath the floorboards would be a wise decision in order to keep the room warmer in the winter months.  Andy informed him that choosing to insulate the floor boards would provide a significantly warmer and more energy efficient space.  He then told the story of a Minneapolis daycare facility our team had insulated.  Prior to us commencing work, the home addition that the daycare was located in had flooring that was perpetually cold.  In order to remedy the situation, spray foam insulation was used throughout the addition.  Upon completion, the owner of the daycare noticed a night and day difference.  Because the learning curve for the application of spray foam insulation is so steep, it is recommended that you retain the services of a reputable contractor, rather than try and tackle the project on your own.

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Mary in Delano phoned in because she was noticing a lot of condensation on the double pane windows of her newly built home.  Andy’s response to her has that the humidity levels in her home were likely too high.  A humidistat allows a homeowner to verify the home’s level of humidity.  In scenarios where the exterior temperature is well below zero, home humidity levels should be less than 20%.  This issue must be dealt with promptly, particularly if the windows are wooden.  That’s because high moisture levels can cause mold and corrosion on the exterior finish of the windows.

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"We would like to acknowledge the exceptional customer service we have received from your liaison, Joel Sunde. Joel has gone above and beyond all expectations to assist us in resolving our repeated issues with ice dams and roofing. He always responds promptly to our questions and concerns by phone, text, email, or an in-person visit, if needed. Joel is an excellent example of what a true customer liaison should be, You are fortunate to have him on the Lindus team."-Joe & Marcia B.

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St. Paul, MN
January 13, 2021

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Hudson, Wi
May 12, 2020

"We appreciate the professionalism that every team that visited showed us and our house.  Thank you very much."

Ryan F.
Lakeville, MN
April 3, 2020

“Thanks to all involved for a job well done!”

Rich B.
Fridley, MN
April 1, 2020

"Lindus was not the cheapest bidder. But they were upfront about what needed to be done. They showed up when they said they would. They responded to emails and voicemails. They fixed problems and drove the project home. Was really grateful for the honesty, the integrity, and the attention to detail."

Patrick M.
St. Paul, MN
February 7, 2020

"I can’t rave enough about the customer service! I expressed my curiosity of an estimate.  Dylan made the process very explainable and broke it down to me in levels of importance first and what we need to do in the future.  I am looking forward to doing my home improvement w/ a business that understands my needs and is willing to work with me.  Thanks Lindus Construction!"  

Jess H.
Woodville, WI
January 23, 2020
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