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If you have moisture in your attic, you're not alone. We have received hundred of calls from concerned homeowners. Frost in the attic and ice dams are two forms of water damage typical to cold climates. What are they? What can be done about them? The answers to these...

What causes ice dams?   Ice dams form when a warm roof, above 32 degrees F, allows snow to melt giving way to water running down your roof. Meanwhile the roof edge remains below 32 degrees F, ultimately freezing the water when it hits the cold roof edge or eave....

We have received hundred of calls in the last few days about frost in customers attics and condensation on their ceilings. Customers want to know if they have a bad roof? Why is their roof leaking? What's going on? This time of year, the simple answer is they have...

  Homeowner’s should be aware that 82% of attic spaces have mice. What should you do? First, you should call Stinson Services, 952-933-4510, to give you a thorough inspection of the area. We will use a thermal imaging device to detect where the heat is escaping,...

  Here are 6 things you can do to keep your gutters working. Winter can severely damage your gutters and potentially your roof. Even if you keep your gutters in good shape there are major problems that can occur, ice buildup, ice dams and even icicles can cause...

If your planning on replacing your commercial flat roof there are four main types of commercial flat roofing. Built-Up Roof BUR is also a very attractive and aesthetically pleasing roof as the top coat is typically gravel and looks very nice. They are installed using...

  Step 1- Take a Core Sample   Core sampling a commercial flat roof involves physically removing a portion of the roof membrane and insulation layers to learn about the composition and condition of roofing system components.   Core samples may be square...

For the month of October, Stinson Services is having a sock drive, Socktober. Here at Stinson Services we are dedicated to giving back to the community. With the days being cool and the nights being colder, it’s time we think of those less fortunate and their needs....

  It was the Production teams turn for some fun. The Production staff went to MB2 Raceway in Fridley. MB2 Raceway offers people “high-speed thrills of go-karting in a fully electric indoor format”.  We had two races on the indoor track that included go karts...

  While the winter is finally close, one of the things to think about is the health of your gutters. The truth is, ice dams are a huge risk to consider each winter. Ice dams can do serious damage to a roof and its gutters. As a result, the time to think about...