http://www.ironriverco.com/blog Minnesota Exterior, Remodeling & Storm Repair Contractor Fri, 05 Mar 2010 14:28:15 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en 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, ... http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2010/03/james-hardie-siding-vs-kitchen-remodel/ The Chanhassen BNI chapter-Circle of Excellence-is having a visitor's day next Thursday, March 11th. We are excited to have Jim Bear coming to help us all learn how to give and receive referrals to increase our business. Tracy has seen him in action, and was very impressed. If you ... http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2010/03/visitors-day-with-jim-bear-march-11th/ 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 ... http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2010/02/home-and-garden-show/ Our Spring Special for the month of March is egress windows.  We will install a standard Andersen egress window, galvanized window well, and all interior and exterior trim for $1600.  This  price includes everything but the permit cost. http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2010/02/egress-window-sale/ Iron River was prompt and honest with their bid.  They took the time to clearly explain their work plan and were flexible with their approach based upon my requests.  We had one little glitch and Iron River responded and made it right quickly, with no questions asked.  I want to ... http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2010/02/minnetonka-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 ... http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2010/01/waconia-testimonial/ "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 ... http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2009/12/testimonial/ 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 ... http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2009/11/welcome-kelsi/ 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 ... http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2009/10/we-recycle/ 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 ... http://www.ironriverco.com/blog/2009/10/portland-malarkey-shingles/