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May 2, 2014

Eagle River’s Children’s Museum Truly Special!

North Twin Builders wants everyone to know what a great place it is to live and visit Vilas County and Northern Wisconsin. Whether you are a long-time resident, planning your Eagle River custom home, or just passing through, make sure to fit in a visit to the Northwoods Children’s Museum. The Northwoods Children’s Museum, located

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May 1, 2014

What Does Building Science Have To Do With Custom Homes?

“Building science is the collection of scientific knowledge and experience that focuses on the analysis and control of the physical phenomena affecting buildings and architecture. It traditionally includes the detailed analysis of building materials and building envelope systems.” – Definition of Building Science from Wikipedia. Building Science = Seeing the Big Picture Simply put, building science is seeing the big

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April 28, 2014

Summer Dreaming is easier with new mobile app from North Twin Builders

Sunnyvale, CA, April 28, 2013 —“When the deep freeze of February is slowing everything down, that is when my business starts to pick up” says John Volkmann, owner of North Twin Builders. “With my mobile app I am better able to help those interested in a new home or a remodel in Northern Wisconsin and

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April 28, 2014

Fishing Seasons Open Northern WI and Upper MI

North Twin Builders is looking forward to the opening of fishing season here in Vilas County and surrounding areas. Opening day is a long-standing tradition in the area, and fishermen of all ages are getting ready to hit the water for the year. Another tradition in Phelps is the Lac Vieux Desert Lake Association annual

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April 18, 2014
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North Twin Builders on Michigan Homes Site

North Twin Builders has been featured on the Michigan Homes website, you can view their website by clicking on the button below: What Michigan Homes is all about! Michigan Homes is the one of the top sites for Michigan Homes For Sale, including Sterling Heights MI Real Estate, condos, multi families, and townhouses for sale.

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April 17, 2014

North Twin Builders Blog Providing Homeowners with Great Tips For Their Custom Home

North Twin Builders invites current and hopeful residents of Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan to check out our useful online blog! As an experienced Northwoods home builder, we have some great ideas and valuable advice to share on a wide range of topics regarding your home. With educational how-to’s, DIY project tips, and home safety

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March 23, 2014

North Twin Builder’s Guide to Local Chambers

How Can a Local Chamber of Commerce Help You? Maybe you are considering a vacation in the beautiful Northwood’s of Wisconsin or Upper Michigan. Contacting the local Chamber of Commerce is a great way to start your vacation plans. Chambers can provide information about local accommodations, great places to eat, and ideas for how to

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March 21, 2014

Remodeling Your Kitchen? Consider A Kitchen Island!

North Twin Builders can help you create a custom kitchen design that matches your unique tastes and  kitchen remodeling needs. The main reasons homeowners decide to undertake a kitchen remodel project are to create more space, improve the usability and update the appearance. Incorporating an island is a great way to unite all of these reasons,

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March 15, 2014

Ice Dams in Northern Wisconsin: Part 3

Northern Wisconsin Ice Dam Long-Term Solutions In parts 1 and 2 of this blog, North Twin Builders discusses the causes and short-term solutions for ice dams.  When your homes heat escapes through the roof, it melts the standing snow and forms an ice dam that has the potential to do serious harm. Most of the

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March 14, 2014

Ice Dams in Northern Wisconsin: Part 2

In part 1 of this blog, North Twin Builders explains how to recognize ice dams and the dangers they present to your home. Part 2 examines some possible short-term solutions to get rid of ice dams. Although some of these solutions may work, it is important to understand that ice dams are a long-term problem

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