One way to think about Iowa is it is one small spot on a very large spaceship hurtling around the sun. Though big, the earth is finite, and so are its tremendous resources. Only a foolish astronaut would deliberately contaminate limited supplies. That’s the attitude we at VanWeelden Company take when recycling shingles. We want [...]
What do you do when you are a successful business growing out of your original office space? You move, sure, but you do not lose a single step in your stride. You keep your customers happy, you provide the same level of excellent service. You continue to get every job done, on time and well. [...]
A certain Orlando resort is known for making kids happy, but did you know the first key to customer service for that mouse-centric company is not fun, but safety? […]
Many hopeful inventors create solutions in answer to a problem. […]
Like it or not, we speak to our neighbors in nearly every purchase we make. […]
Children often think mighty highly of themselves, yet cringe when judged by others. […]
Roofing is a competitive business. Some roofers rise (no pun intended) to the top, while others move on to other construction specialties. […]
You have decided on a new roof, but now you must come to grips with reality: what kind of roof will suit your Des Moines home? […]
Roof warranties are often a dirty little secret of roofing contractors. Offered as a major attraction for homeowners to bend toward one roofer or manufacturer over another, in reality some of these warranties are practically worthless. The manufacturer places so many limits on the warranty, virtually nothing will qualify as applicable. The roofing contractor limits [...]
How long does a roofer need to learn the craft of roofing? Consider the climate of Des Moines; a good roofer needs to experience all seasons, all kinds of weather which tax and tear apart roofs. Would two years be enough? Five? How does experience shape the way a roofing contractor works? […]
