Fall Maintenance Tips to Prevent Ice Dams This Winter
Ice dams: They’re a Minnesotan menace. Caused by uneven temperatures and heat loss through your roof according to The Spruce, they cause water to back up underneath your shingles and seep into your attic space, dampening insulation, causing water damage, and setting the stage for mold growth. Intelligent Design Corporation offers top-notch ice dam removal services so you never […]
10 Radical Ideas for Remodeling Your Kitchen
Are you getting ready to remodel your old kitchen into the one you’ve always wanted? Then why not go all the way with some radical ideas from Intelligent Design? We work with homeowners every day and have seen amazing transformations take place in kitchens across Minnesota. If you’re having trouble coming up with a concept for your […]
What Does ‘Sustainable Roof Design’ Mean?
In a general sense, sustainable roofing is designed for longevity in a variety of rooftop environments. Some roofing membranes, as well as accessories like adhesives and insulation, now consist of renewable resources and recycled content. Contractors consider both the long-term cost of a commercial roof’s performance and its impact on the structure that it is protecting. Current […]
What to Know About Adding a Bedroom to an Unfinished Basement
Unfinished basements sure tend to have lots of space; we don’t blame you for wanting to fill yours. And if you have youngsters or older family members coming to stay with you, no wonder you’d want to add a new bedroom! That being said, no home renovation decision is one to venture into lightly, and […]
Downspouts Are Yours Secretly Sabotaging Your Home
Few things help your home manage moisture better than its gutter system. By directing rainwater from your roof safely away from your siding and foundation, it makes sure that each and every inch of your property stays as dry as it needs to for optimal longevity. But one part of your gutter system, if not […]
Three Creative Ways to Make Use of a Finished Basement
The floors have been laid, the interior painting finished—your basement is now officially a habitable space! Fraught with decorative possibilities, your finished basement can be used for all sorts of things, so where do you even begin? As strange as it sounds, the amount of opportunity that comes with a finished basement means that some […]
Upgrading a Deck to Suit Your Needs
Decks are a wonderful addition to your home whether they incorporate daily activities with your family or offer a luxurious spot to entertain guests. Unfortunately, many new homes are built with a fairly small, generic, deck to complete the house rather than incorporate the needs of your home. There are solutions in that a deck can be expanded, […]
Three Ways to Make Sure Your Deck Withstands the Winter Weather
Decks are one of the best ways to get out and enjoy the short-lived fall colors. Mild temperatures, the season’s last shreds of sunlight—and hey, no bugs! Indeed, you love your deck, and that’s why it’s critical you take precautions before the cold sets in to ensure you’ll see it in good shape in the […]
How to Maintain Your Siding’s High-Quality Finish
The siding around your home offers the best of both worlds by providing outside protection and a professional, clean look that makes your home stand out. If you maintain the siding in your home, it will retain its beautiful finish for many years. Below are some tips for keeping your siding looking new and in […]
How to Prevent Burst Pipes This Winter
As snow settles in and the temperatures begin to fall, an insidious threat might just lurk inside your walls—burst pipes! Once you’ve awoken to one of these, you’ll never forget it, and neither will your home if you don’t seek immediate water damage restoration services. Without the proper cleanup, you’re not only left with a […]