Proper Upkeep

Our carpenter stopped on his way to fix a shower and gave a kid CPR until the paramedics arrived and got the kids heart beating again. - Nice job saving a life Tim Blesi.

We found a Menard's price sticker on the back of some old oak baseboard trim on a remodel. 10 for $5.40 in comparison the same trim is now $11.29 each!

No job is too big.....or small!
This local NE Minneapolis library had an extremely bad foundation causing a catastrophic failure and complete separation from the property! Proper Upkeep removed all of the damaged foundation and replaced it with a new moisture resistant products. While we were working on the property we also noticed severe water damage caused by a leaking and unprotected roof. A new drainage system and roof cover was installed which should hold up to the elements for years to come.

TAKING THE "ISH" OUT OF TISH!

Have you received a TISH (Truth in Sale of Housing) or Rental Inspection Report with a laundry list of needed repairs? Let us help you bring your property up to the standards the inspectors are looking for. We have years of problem solving experience to tackle some of the most common issues found in these reports. We can be your fast track to getting your house to where it needs to be.

Inspection Repairs | Proper Upkeep We take the ISH out of TISH!

Do you want a resource for common and current issues we are seeing in the area? Check out our resources page for up to date guides and educational documentation on how to protect yourself and your home from unneeded maintenance repairs.

Resources | Proper Upkeep Click HERE to Request Service!

Here are some Eco-friendly ways to eliminate the ice on your driveways and sidewalks.

Eco-friendly Salt Alternatives for Melting Ice and Snow Salt does do a great job of melting ice and snow through the winter, but its pretty bad news for you, your pets, the environment and your garden.

With the drastic swing in temperature we are switching gears from frozen pipes to burst pipes. Here are some things you should know if your find yourself in this situation.

15 Things You Should Do When You Find a Burst Pipe A burst pipe is the last thing anyone wants to tackle. But there are some quick temporary fixes you can do to slow the impact of a burst pipe.

We have seen a large increase in frozen plumbing over the last week, and looking at the weather it is only going to get worse! Here is some great information on how to prevent frozen pipes in your home. If you do find yourself with frozen pipes Proper Upkeep can be of assistance. Do not wait contact us right away! www.properupkeep.com

How to Prevent Your Pipes From Freezing Consumer Reports delivers money-saving advice to avoid frozen pipes at home and to deal with the aftermath if your pipes freeze during a cold snap.

Update your old recessed lighting with convenient and energy efficient Retrofit LED lights.