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Eden Prairie Home, Landscape and Garden Expo

Tracy — Wed, 17 Mar 2010 00:40:59 +0000

Come join us on Saturday, March 20! Iron River will have a booth, plenty of swag, and we’ll have a drawing for a nifty hammock. See you there!

James Hardie Siding vs. Kitchen Remodel

Tracy — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:19:20 +0000

Did you know that James Hardie siding is the #1 return on investment for remodeling projects? Better than kitchen or bathroom remodeling, or even a basement finish?

http://www.jameshardie.com/homeowner/companyInformation_mediaCenter_awards01.shtml

It also lowers insurance premiums compared to vinyl siding.

Up to a 50 year transferable product warranty as well as a 15 year finish warranty, covering both paint and labor.

Home and Garden Show

Tracy — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:56:22 +0000

Had a great time volunteering at the BATC and the MN Greenstar booth today at the Home and Garden Show for a couple of hours. Always fun to chat with other professionals I know (and a few scoundrels!) The number of companies and the variety of trades and products are amazing. Just about anything you can think of is there and then some.

Welcome Kelsi!

Tracy — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 03:03:50 +0000

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

Tracy — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 00:04:45 +0000

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

Tracy — Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:03:13 +0000

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.

Matt Antoine-Men’s Skeleton Athlete of the Year

Tracy — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:48:24 +0000

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

Tracy — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 16:02:19 +0000

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

Tracy — Tue, 18 Aug 2009 13:32:17 +0000

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

Tracy — Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:52:19 +0000

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.