Archive for October, 2009

What Makes A Sound Roof? Part 1

Thursday, October 29th, 2009

Roof Components
Roofs in Minnesota take quite a beating.  Fully faced toward the sky, they catch the brunt of weather’s worst.  They have to be able to take a licking and keep from leaking—for a long time.  They must be weather tight, secure, durable, attractive, and elastic enough to withstand severe temperature shifts without cracking.
Over [...]

TPO Low Slope Commercial Roof System

Thursday, October 22nd, 2009

TPO
TerPolymer Olefins are typically fleece backed sheet membranes that are adhered with adhesives to insulation.  These products are typically white in color, and may be reinforced.  There may or may not be a topping system used on these systems.
TPO Single Ply Roof Systems are designed for use in mechanically fastened and adhered roofing applications.  It is fire [...]

Vinyl Windows and Energy-Efficiency

Tuesday, October 20th, 2009

The technology used to produce vinyl windows has dramatically changed with in the last decade, and it is amazing how energy efficient a window made with today’s technology can be.  Windows are probably the biggest factor when it comes to a home being energy efficient. Many people would never think that just by replacing [...]

St Paul Family Members See Their New Home

Saturday, October 10th, 2009

“Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” Update
Thousands of spectators gather to watch “Move that bus!”
The memories will always be there, but the day was bittersweet for Sandy on Friday afternoon when they “moved that bus.” This is a new beginning for Sandy and the neighborhood.  This house is also a gift to this community.
The new 2,800-square-foot house [...]

“Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” Update

Friday, October 9th, 2009

“Move That Bus!’
Finishing touches have been put on the new home for the Morris family on St. Paul’s West Side.
All the personal touches are being added before they return from their week-long cruise courtesy of “Extreme Makeover.”  They are actually ahead of schedule by more than 10 hours.  Wow!   The family is expected to arrive [...]

Twin Cities “Extreme Home Makeover”

Thursday, October 8th, 2009

The “Extreme Home Makeover” that has been going on in the Twin Cities this week is coming to an end
The life of a Saint Paul family changed forever when they were surprised by Ty Pennington and “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition’s design team Friday, Oct. 2 and told they will be the recipients of a new home in [...]

Stio Roofing "Is On The Bus" Again To Help Another Twin Cities Family

Wednesday, October 7th, 2009

“Move That Bus”
Stio Roofing Is “On The Bus” Again To Help Another Twin Cities Family.  Progress is happening and in just a week, the Morris family of St Paul will have a new home to come home to.
The project is running around 5,000 volunteers, plus the  “Extreme Makeover” crew.  The family has been spending the [...]

“A Minnesota Roofing Company Provides Support for Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, October 2009!”

Tuesday, October 6th, 2009

“Welcome Back!  Here You Can Follow Stio Roofing’s Second Project With Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.”
For those of you following the progress of the St Paul, MN Extreme Makeover: Home Edition, THE WALLS ARE UP!  Next is the roof!
This is the second time the team at Stio Roofing is participating on the popular show.  In 2007, [...]

“Stio Roofing & Construction Takes On Another Minnesota Makeover: Home Edition” Roofing Project”

Monday, October 5th, 2009

“Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” Returns To Minnesota”
Stio Roofing, A Minnesota Roofing Contractor, Is Lending A Helping Hand To The Sandy Morris Family
The new project began on October 2nd and will be completed on October 9th when they “Move That Bus” to reveal the new home for the Morris family in St Paul, Minnesota.
On Sunday, a [...]

Stio Roofing & Construction Is Proud To Once Again Have The Honor Of Being Invited To Team Up With The ABC Television Show “Extreme Makeover: Home Edition” For An Upcoming Edition

Friday, October 2nd, 2009

Stio Roofing & Construction was part of the construction team that was brought together to help a Minnetonka family in a time of need in 2007.  Once again they will contribute their time and services as part of an intense one-week build of a new home that will change the life of a deserving Saint [...]