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title: The Pro-Line Building Blog | Pro-Line Building Company | IA | Residential (3)
description: Residential | Learn about the pre-engineered building process and tips for a successful project—whether it's for home, business, farm, or the larger community. (3)
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## [5 Signs It’s Time to Replace Your Windows](https://info.plbco.com/blog/5-signs-its-time-to-replace-your-windows)

 Dec 19, 2018, 3:03:00 PM / by [Dave Dewitt](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/dave-dewitt) 

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## [6 Small Remodeling Projects That Make a Big Impact](https://info.plbco.com/blog/6-small-remodeling-projects-that-make-a-big-impact)

 Dec 11, 2018, 3:25:00 PM / by [Bobbii Dickey](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/bobbii-dickey) 

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## [Post-Frame Versus Stick-Built Construction](https://info.plbco.com/blog/post-frame-versus-stick-built-construction)

 Oct 17, 2018, 3:33:00 PM / by [Bobbii Dickey](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/bobbii-dickey) 

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## [Six Shortcuts You Can’t Afford to Take With Your Construction Project](https://info.plbco.com/blog/six-shortcuts-you-cant-afford-to-take-with-your-construction-project)

 Oct 11, 2018, 12:35:00 PM / by [Jason Larue](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/jason-larue) 

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## [Quality Materials You Should Consider for Your Residential Building](https://info.plbco.com/blog/quality-materials-you-should-consider-for-your-residential-building)

 Oct 3, 2018, 4:08:00 PM / by [Barb Vanderbeek](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/barb-vanderbeek) 

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## [Fall Home Maintenance to Prevent Winter Woes](https://info.plbco.com/blog/fall-home-maintenance-to-prevent-winter-woes)

 Sep 20, 2018, 2:01:00 PM / by [Bill Maschmeier](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/bill-maschmeier) 

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## [How to Get the Most Out of Your Steel Building Design](https://info.plbco.com/blog/how-to-get-the-most-out-of-your-steel-building-design)

 Sep 12, 2018, 2:15:00 PM / by [Brandon Smith](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/brandon-smith) 

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## [10 Questions to Ask While Considering Solar Panel Installation](https://info.plbco.com/blog/10-questions-to-ask-while-considering-solar-panel-installation)

 Sep 5, 2018, 2:32:00 PM / by [Dave Dewitt](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/dave-dewitt) 

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## [What Type of Floorplan Fits Your Lifestyle?](https://info.plbco.com/blog/what-type-of-floorplan-fits-your-lifestyle)

 Jul 30, 2018, 4:57:00 PM / by [Bobbii Dickey](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/bobbii-dickey) 

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## [Should I Buy an Existing Home or Build a Custom One?](https://info.plbco.com/blog/should-i-buy-an-existing-home-or-build-a-custom-one)

 Jul 25, 2018, 6:44:00 PM / by [John Veenstra](https://info.plbco.com/blog/author/john-veenstra) 

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