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Feb 20, 2021
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Expert Tips for Planning Your Upcoming Porch, Window, or Insulation Project

Our team answers homeowner questions every weekend on WCCO 830 AM from 9:00 am-10:00 am.  Have your most pressing home improvement quandaries addressed by calling or texting 651-989-9226.  Here’s the must-know information our COO, Andy Lindus, shared on 2.20.21.

The most expensive home improvement is the one you pay for twice.  This especially holds true when it comes to converting a three-season porch to a four-season porch.  This is because the conversion to a four-season porch often requires upgrades to the space’s footings, windows, and insulation.  However, preplanning can avoid these extra expenses.  Many homeowners choose to include windows with combination glass packs.  This means the window sashes are removable, allowing for ample ventilation during the summer months.

Go Behind The Scenes On A Deck & Porch Installation Project Completed By Lindus Construction: 

For homeowners wanting long-lasting energy efficient windows throughout their home, Infinity® from Marvin can prove to be an optimum choice.  They’re comprised of Ultrex® fiberglass which has the same rate of expansion and contraction of the glass.  Twin Cities homeowners appreciated that they are manufactured in Minnesota in order to withstand the area’s rampant temperature swings.  Their solar heat gain ratings also make them a wise choice for the Minnesota winters.  Even though they are only double pane windows, their inside temperature is often warmer than quality triple pane windows.  This happens because the thermal transfer from cold can happen faster on many triple pane windows because the distance between the panes of glass is smaller.  Although the temperature difference may only be a couple of degrees, this can be the difference between whether or not windows frost up.  This holds especially true on larger windows.

Infinity Picture Window

During the winter months, homeowners should make a conscious effort to monitor their home’s level of humidity.  Doing so prevents window condensation and mold growth.  Healthy home humidity in the winter months is typically 30% or less.  However, when exterior temperatures reach well below freezing, home humidity levels may need to be even lower.  In periods of frigid temperatures, the stack effect is more likely to take place.  This means that the interior air in the lower levels of the home can rise to the home’s attic due to subpar insulation and ventilation.  When the warm air meets the attic’s cold surfaces, frost is formed.  It’s only a matter of time before the frost melts, ruining your home’s insulation and creating ceiling stains.  In the winter, the attic’s interior temperature should be like the temperature of the outdoors.

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Joel came out this week and I had an issue with a frozen hot water line.  He & I got in our crawlspace and sat and discussed my issue.  He made a couple of phone calls and by evening, I had hot water running.  I want to give a big shout-out to Joel for all of the help he gave us.”

Jack A.
Andover, MN
February 20, 2021

“Your technician, Chris, arrived on time, was very pleasant, knowledgeable, and provided me his expert opinion on a noise issue I am dealing with.  Most importantly, his honest recommendation was very much appreciated.  I was very much impressed by the ethics Chris displayed.  I will also highly recommend your company to others. “

Mary B.
St Paul, MN
February 8, 2021

"They insulated my attic. They were on time and professional.  They also had done new gutters for us a few years back."

Henry W.
Chanhassen, MN
January 24, 2021

"We are part of an HOA. We had Lindus out to replace the windows in our townhome. They did a great job in the pre-sales, helps us select window design, and delivered the windows as ordered. I was very impressed with the installers. they were very professional, friendly, and showed a great deal of care for both our home and for keeping us safe during this time of COVID. Installation was top notch, the interior and exterior match wonderfully. great craftsmanship.  After having the windows for a number of months now, We really appreciate the quality and the noticeable change in heating and cooling."

Dennis A.
Hugo, MN
November 20, 2020

"Lindus replaced our old deck with a maintenance-free deck, and we love it. The construction is very solid — better than any other deck we've have had. We are impressed with the piers under the deck — this deck will never shift. And, the entire team at Lindus is professional and responsive. I would definitely recommend them."

Amy T.
Cottage Grove, MN
November 6, 2020

"Have used the company for both windows and LeafGuard® projects, Great products, sales staff and installers. Highly recommend."

Dennis F.
Eden Prairie, MN
September 11, 2020
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