Minnesota weather is harsh, especially in the winter. Temperatures frequently drop below freezing, snowfall happens more often than not, and ice accumulates wherever there’s an open surface. Intense cold fronts and…

Owning a home comes with a lot of obstacles. Small, unforeseen problems don’t often get as much attention when compared to larger, more pressing ones, but they should. Over time, small things can create big problems,…

Every homeowner understands how important regular maintenance is. You paint your siding, replace drafty windows, and tuckpoint failing brick and mortar. But how often do you pay attention to your roof? Do you take the…

While it may seem that it makes sense to file an insurance claim before hiring a contractor, you should really involve Elysian Construction in that process. We will work with you and your insurance company to make sure…

If your home suffers damage from a storm it can be very upsetting. You may feel frustrated, helpless or panicked. However, it is very likely that your insurance company will cover some or even all of the repairs that…

Whether you live on the coast of Florida and have had your home ravaged by a hurricane; rural Kansas and your home was shredded by a tornado; or Minnesota and your home was pummeled by softball-sized hail, it pays to…