Tag: Siding
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A Look Into Our Work Week

Joe and his crew completed installing new siding on a home. They used Sandstone (tan siding) with Royal brown soffit and fascia. Since they completed that they started updating the look of a home by replacing the trim boards with new. Joe has been working very closely with the homeowner to achieve the look she…
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A Look Into Our Work Week

Mitchell usually works alone installing garage doors but this week he teamed up with Brad to install 2x the amount each day. In 3 days they installed 7 garage doors with chain drive openers on each one- WOW! Nathan and his crew have almost finished replacing the siding on this home. The natural slate dark…
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How Covid Changed The Construction Industry (and still is)

Ever since covid-19 made it’s roaring appearance; industries worldwide have found themselves in whirlwind of changes, problems, and shortages. Let’s narrow the focus to just construction so you can get an idea on what you might be facing if you decide to remodel or build a new home. The shutdown ripple effect, material shortages, man-power…
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Employee of the Month – March

Bryant Cawley is our Employee of the Month for March. Bryant handles a lot of siding repairs, works on siding replacements, and has learned to do some minor shingle repairs. He has proven himself to be a key employee at Carlson Exteriors.
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Comparing Vinyl Siding to Hardboard Siding

It’s time to reside your home but what siding products should you use? Vinyl siding, James Hardie Fiber Cement siding, or LP Smartside siding? What are the pros and cons of each product? What is right for you? Let’s tackle those questions with this article. Back to the basics– what is vinyl siding and what…
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Need Design Ideas?

If you are building new or remodeling your current house, it can be a daunting task to pick out the selections. The small samples can make it hard to envision the final product. While not exact, we have a few different programs we can offer as a service to you. If you are happy with…
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New Design Service

Have you ever thought about making changes to the exterior of your home, but not sure where to start? If it is difficult for you to envision what your house could look like, you may be interested in one of our new services called Hover. The process is easy, pictures are taken of your home and…
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2018 Qualified Remodeler HIP 200 National List

Carlson Exteriors was included on a national list of 200 Home Improvement Pros for 2018. This list tracks construction companies that continually grow despite the slowing economy. Last year 41% of our business was new roofs for Bloomington and surrounding cities. 37% was replacement siding for Bloomington and surrounding cities. Click here to read more. …
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December Employee of the Month

Al is December’s Employee of the Month. Consistent and dependable are words frequently used to describe Al. If you see him on your siding crew, know you are in good hands. Thanks Al!
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How to Make Color Selections

Making color selections can be very difficult and stressful for first time home builders; but it doesn’t have to be! Here are a few easy steps to get you started in knowing what you want, but just as important, what you don’t want. Drive Around Local Subdivisions Your local neighborhoods are great resources to find…