Waconia Testimonial
When we had damage to our home with this last hail storm, we did the right thing and contacted our insurance company right away. They sent out an adjuster within days to review the damage. After the adjustment was done I found it hard to believe my roof was the only one in the neighborhood that the hail seem to miss. I will tell you this, NEVER go into this type of adjustment without someone like Iron River Construction on your side. Paul came to my home, re-viewed the damage, and found lots the adjuster missed. We were able to get the insurance company back out to re-review. I not only got my roof repaired but several other items missed by the first adjuster. Without Paul and Iron River my home and I would have suffered from damage that was done by the storm for years to come.
We decided to make some changes with the siding since it needed to be replaced on the front of our home and I have to say the entire Iron River staff was very helpful and patient to help us get the look we wanted. Once the work started Melissa kept us informed on the progress and answered any questions we had- this was great in making us feel very comfortable that the work was being done with quality and care- we were very pleased.TJ and the staff that came to our home worked hard and did the work on schedule. TJ would meet with me each morning to insure the work was done how we wanted and of course I’m not a contractor so they made several suggestions that were very helpful to make sure I was making sound construction decisions. As for the Sub Contractors they were on time and did great work as well, coming to our home and meeting with us before doing the work to make sure it was what we wanted.
We have been very happy with the work we had done and the quality and time it was completed in. I would recommend Iron River to anyone. They truly put the customer first and these days that is hard to find.
Brian and Kathy
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“I just wanted to write you a note and ask you to send a genuine thank you to Drew. Not only were my parents very pleased with the work done on their house, it was done in a wonderful and friendly manner, and what I had explained to Drew was they were apprehensive about everything because all of the issues we had with prior contractors.
Drew not only took care of them, last week they hung a Christmas Swag and holiday card on the front door.
That is not something that was expected, but my parents were very impressed and very thankful for that nice surprise.
So a huge hug and thank you to Drew and his crew…and another for you simply because!”
XOXO
BG
Welcome Kelsi!
Kelsi Moffitt knows the value of your home. As a former insurance appraiser she helped homeowners recognize small problems that could lead to major expenses if left unchecked. “A small amount of hail can really cause a lot of damage if it is not repaired in a timely manner. Water can enter your home through damaged shingles and rot the decking and support beams, not to mention the ugly water spots on walls and ceilings and the potential for mold growth.” If a hail storm comes through your area or it is time to replace your existing roof or siding, give Kelsi a call for a free inspection and estimate. ” I’m always willing to help homeowners determine if they have an insurance claim and how to go about contacting their agent to get the job done right.”
We Recycle
Iron River Construction is proud to announce that we recycle all of our old and new shingles. Dem-Con Companies is a processing company developed to recover shingles resulting from the manufacturing process as well as tear off shingles from your home when replacement is necessary. Tens of thousands of tons are currently buried in landfills every year, and Dem-Con Shingle Processing is working to recover this material to reduce reliance on virgin asphalt. Dem-Con has worked with many government organizations to develop equipment, specifications, and end use options for the shingles.
Portland-Malarkey shingles
Mark, Paul, Melissa and Roberto are on their way to Portland this morning to take a tour of the Malarkey shingle plant later this week. Tracy, Kelsi and Lance will be flying out on Wednesday to join them.
We’re excited to see how the strongest, most flexible shingle in the US is being manufactured. It’ll also be interesting to learn how we can use this product effectively in MN to reduce the cost of insurance premiums for our homeowners, and increase the longevity of the lifespan of their roofs.
Winter in June
We had Tracy out early June last year and had her look at our roof for hail damage from the previous year. She found damage to our roof and helped us contact our insurance company. They came out and met with Tracy, agreed there was damage, and approved a new roof for our home. Within a week her crew was out and roofed our home and outbuilding and we were totally satisfied.
Two weeks after completion we had the misfortune of having a hail storm that was like no other. It started out as baseball sized hail and piled up enough hail to ride snowmobiles on-up to six inches deep in places. The hail lasted two days in the yard despite being 80 degrees. There was not a leaf left on a tree, and needless to say the damage was extensive.
I called Tracy 10 minutes after the storm, and she arranged for tarps to protect our home as we had broken windows and extensive damage literally shredding the vinyl siding. And so started our summer of construction.
We contacted our insurance agent and Tracy showed up to consult. The insurance company stated they had never seen such extensive damage from hail. It was the first of many visits. They gave us an initial estimate and Tracy and crew got started on repairs. There were many things left off the estimate, and Iron River continually fought on our behalf to have our home restored to original condition.
Most of our summer revolved around getting our home back in shape. The people at Iron River were always in contact and on top of every aspect. I even got calls from Tracy when she was on vacation.
We are totally satisfied with all things Iron River has helped with and have recommended her to many neighbors and friends who are also satisfied.
I was recently cutting down trees from the hail storm, and my next door neighbor was talking that they still weren’t done over a year later, and wishes he would have used Iron River after watching our claim process.
Thanks to Tracy, Melissa, and all the crew from Iron River. I recommend them for all aspects of work on your home.
Matt Antoine-Men’s Skeleton Athlete of the Year
Former employee Matt Antoine continues his impressive journey on the way to the 2010 Winter Olympics.
The US Bobsled and Skeleton Federation celebrated it’s successful 2008-2009 season during national team camp in Colorado Springs, Colorado. Matt was honored with three awards-the Men’s Skeleton Athlete of the Year, Men’s Skeleton Athletes’ Choice and the Skeleton Rookie of the Year. Antoine shocked the international Field by claiming Bronze on the daunting 2010 Olympic course in Whistler, in his first ever World Cup competition. Antoine moved up to the World Cup circuit after winning Gold in the Lake Placid Intercontinental Cup, and finished his rookie World Cup season ranked as the best in the US.
Go Matt, Go!
Our roofs speak for themselves
On Wednesday, August 19th, a tornado hit just south of downtown Minneapolis. One of our customers was located right in the heart of the devastated area. After the sirens had stopped and everyone had come up from their basements, the damage assessments began.
Trees were down, debris was everywhere. Windows were broken, roofs were torn off. Many of the neighbors were missing shingles, some were missing roof boards, and many were leaking. Even now there are blue tarps tacked onto roofs everywhere, to try to prevent further damage.
When our homeowners went outside to see what kind of shape their home was in, they were amazed. Not even one shingle missing.
Our roofs speak for themselves.
Fox Finishes
With 16 years experience in the painting industry, a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Graphic Design, and a proven command of all facets of interior and exterior paint finish, Andrew Fox’s acuity for the highest quality, cutting edge workmanship has determined the ongoing growth and reputation of an outstanding leader in paint finish.
Passion for paintwork grew naturally, spending his early years working alongside his Dad on summer paint jobs, honing his skills and depth of experience accordingly. With a proficiency for design aesthetic, Fox spent three years managing a multi-million dollar painting company inside the new construction industry, a tenure which afforded an invaluable grasp on crucial customer service, efficient scheduling, and genuine industry professionalism.
With proven background in practical paint workmanship, design consultation, outstanding customer service, and business acumen, the advent of Fox Finishes was a natural extension of his career, a reputable business grown from the ground up where great stock has been gaining the trust and word of mouth approval immeasurably satisfied customers. Check him out at www.foxfinishes.com
Winner
Courtney from Waconia was the winner of the firepit at this year’s Carver County Fair. The demolition derby was fun as always, and the food was incredibly tasty. A lot of friends and past customers stopped by, and we met quite a few new customers, too. Altogether a great time, but I am glad it’s over til next year.