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March 13, 2014

Ice Dams in Northern Wisconsin: Part 1

Exploring the Causes & Dangers of Ice Dams As we come to the end of this record-breaking winter here in Vilas County, North Twin Builders reminds homeowners to watch out for ice dams. It is important to know how to recognize ice dams, be cautious when trying to deal with them, and seek a long-term

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March 12, 2014
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Phelps School District: Making Phelps Wisconsin A Great Place To Build A Home

A Fantastic School District in Phelps, Wisconsin! If you are considering building a home for your family in Northern Wisconsin, our small town of Phelps Wisconsin is a great choice! In addition to a friendly community, beautiful scenery, and great local events, Phelps also boasts of a wonderful school district. The Phelps School District is

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March 4, 2014

Design Builders: Making a Plan from the Ground Up

A while back we talked about the design-build system’s main advantage, the personal element. While that is a huge bonus, it is far from the only thing that makes a design-build system superior to other forms of construction. Every part of a project – planning to execution, money and time – is more efficient than

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February 26, 2014
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Ten Ways FOCUS ON ENERGY Can Help You Save Money

North Twin Builders is proud to partner with Focus On Energy  to help our clients become more energy-efficient! Focus On Energy has been working with Wisconsin residents since 2001, achieving international recognition for its efforts. The program has worked with over 2.7 million households in the state, helping homes and businesses save $730 million dollars!

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February 26, 2014

Eagle River Wisconsin Winter Festival – Fun And Educational!

 North Twin Builders would like to remind everyone to support this local event by having a great time this year at Eagle River’s Klondike Days! Vilas County is home to many great small town festivals throughout the year, but the upcoming Klondike Days is one-of-a-kind! The 24th annual Klondike Days will take place March 1st

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February 22, 2014

Create A Home Maintenance Schedule

North Twin Builders knows that your home is your sanctuary, somewhere you feel safe and something you take pride in. Whether it is a new custom home or long standing cabin, a home maintenance schedule can extend the lifespan, help you save money, and ensure the safety of your family! Why Do I Need A Home Maintenance

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February 11, 2014

What makes the difference between potential home builders here in Vilas County?

Quality and attention to detail! As any good builder will tell you, one sure sign of quality construction is simply how long a building stands. Shoddy workmanship, subpar materials and under-skilled workers all lead to the same bad end. When a home is still standing in its original state decades after construction, it is easy

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February 3, 2014

North Twin Builders will soon have a new app available for all mobile electronic devices.

North Twin Builders LLC app is for those that are considering building or remodeling a new home, cabin, cottage or other structures such as a garage. The main purpose is to help educate and assist those involved in the building process of a new home or simply maintaining one. This app quickly allows you to

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January 29, 2014

Understand Levels of Energy Efficiency when Building a New Custom Home

Understand Levels of Energy Efficiency when Building a Custom Home in the Northwoods of Wisconsin An energy efficient home contractor can design and build a house that will be as energy efficient as you want it to be. But understanding the difference between a residence that is merely well insulated and one that will help

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January 28, 2014

High propane cost here in Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan

A good friend of mine sent me the link below concerning propane prices here in Northern WI and Upper MI. It helps to explain what is going on with the high propane prices here in the midwest. I did some calculations, and if propane is over $3.24 to $3.60 (depending on your furnace or boiler efficiency),

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