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Read more about the article Roof Types and Replacement Costs

Roof Types and Replacement Costs

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:March 24, 2025
  • Post category:Roof

We get questions on roof types all the time.  What’s better, a hip roof or a gable roof? What materials get a better insurance reimbursement? What is the life expectancy…

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Read more about the article Is Garage Door Insulation Worth It? A Complete Guide to Kits, Panels, Installation, and Cost

Is Garage Door Insulation Worth It? A Complete Guide to Kits, Panels, Installation, and Cost

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:February 22, 2025
  • Post category:Garage

Most garage doors on new construction builds will be insulated. The most common reasons a garage door may NOT be insulated is because of the added cost, mild climate or…

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Read more about the article Everything You Need to Know About Privacy Fences: Benefits, Costs, Permitting, and More

Everything You Need to Know About Privacy Fences: Benefits, Costs, Permitting, and More

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:January 22, 2025
  • Post category:Load Bearing Wall

Are you looking to create a secure and private outdoor space at your home? A privacy fence may be just what you need. But where do you even begin? In…

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Read more about the article 12 Ways To Get Rid Of Standing Water In Your Yard

12 Ways To Get Rid Of Standing Water In Your Yard

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:October 10, 2024
  • Post category:Water Management/Wet Basement

Ok, so you have standing water in your yard and aren’t sure why or how to get rid of it?  There are many reasons this could be happening.  Read on…

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Read more about the article What is Hail Damage?

What is Hail Damage?

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:August 7, 2024
  • Post category:Uncategorized

If you live in the Midwest, especially Minnesota, you’re likely familiar with the impact of hail. In 2022, State Farm Insurance reported that Minnesota topped the nation in hail damage…

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Read more about the article What is a Roof Truss?

What is a Roof Truss?

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:April 23, 2024
  • Post category:Building Performance

Roof trusses are the structural framework used to provide support for a building’s roof. They are prefabricated, triangular in shape and can be made from wood or steel (sometimes both)…

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What are Steel Beams?

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:April 22, 2024
  • Post category:Building Performance

Steel beams are an essential building component used in framing to carry heavy loads in residential, commercial and bridge construction projects.  These beams are strong and capable of spanning exceptionally…

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Read more about the article Wood Beams- 13 Answers To Popular Questions

Wood Beams- 13 Answers To Popular Questions

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:April 19, 2024
  • Post category:Building Performance

Wood beams are a hot topic in residential construction and something we get asked about a lot.  You see, house plans require a structural engineer to analyze load path and…

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Read more about the article 16 Reasons to Hire a Residential Structural Engineer [Updated 2023]

16 Reasons to Hire a Residential Structural Engineer [Updated 2023]

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:November 5, 2023
  • Post category:Structural Engineer

Knowing when to hire a residential structural engineer can be confusing. It’s not often that you have a need for their services, but when you do, their expertise may be…

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Read more about the article What are Helical Piers?
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What are Helical Piers?

  • Post author:CBS MN
  • Post published:August 29, 2023
  • Post category:Building Performance/Uncategorized

What is a helical pier- Helical piers are essentially steel pipes resembling corkscrews that are used to secure new foundations or repair existing foundations. They are used when standard foundation…

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