Backyard Ideas for Small Yards

The backyard is the ideal place to enjoy quality time with family and a place to entertain friends. But what if you avoid using it because it’s too small? Implementing the designing, landscaping, and decorating principles used to transform larger… Read More »

Weatherproof Your Home this Spring

Is your front hallway too hot in the summer? Are the living room windows drafty? Does the basement feel damp or always smell a bit musty? It goes by several names – winterizing, weatherization, weatherproofing – but whatever term you’re… Read More »

Unique Siding and Design Ideas for Your Home

Because the home’s exterior is the first thing people see when passing by or coming for a visit, it’s important it makes a strong first impression. If you would like to achieve a distinctive look that you will love (and… Read More »

Gutter Cleaning Myths

Rain gutters can be one of the most overlooked elements of a home’s exterior. To protect your home from water damage, a gutter systems needs to be regularly maintained. But homeowners can be influenced by gutter cleaning myths that impact… Read More »

Ladder Safety Refresher in time for Spring

Whether you’ll be washing the siding, cleaning out the gutters, or inspecting the roof as part of your home maintenance routine this spring, you’ll need to use a ladder. Falls from ladders are preventable. If you haven’t used a ladder… Read More »

Protecting Your Roof from Bad Weather

Keeping your roof in good repair is important. Regular home maintenance prevents costly repairs and helps your roof survive the winter. A dump of snow or heavy winds or a steady rainfall for two or more days in a row… Read More »

How to Prevent Gutters from Clogging

Regular gutter cleaning is an excellent home maintenance approach that protects your home from water damage. Most problems gutters are prone to can be prevented. In addition to regular cleanings, being aware of the actionable steps you can take is… Read More »

Tips to Prepare Your Gutters for Winter

While the weather has mostly been kind to us here in Metro Vancouver, the reality is we are heading into winter. Investing some time and energy now in your home’s exterior will help ward off any potential disasters during the… Read More »

What can You do about Rusty Gutters?

Cleaning the gutters regularly and making any necessary repairs is vital to a home maintenance plan designed to protect your house from water damage. So, this fall as you were cleaning the gutters, you noticed a small smattering of red… Read More »

How Leaves can Damage a Roof

The vivid reds, bright oranges, golden browns, and sunny yellows of fall are pretty to look at while they’re hanging from trees. But once they land on your roof, they can cause trouble in a number of ways. Find out… Read More »