Window Safety
It’s a nice fall day but a little stuffy in the kitchen, so a window is opened to let in some fresh air. But if you have small children, it’s important to recognize that a seemingly harmless open window can… Read More »
Gutters
Ways to Winterize Your Home
Before winter arrives, use the autumn months to prepare for colder weather. When properly maintained and running efficiently, your home will keep you cozy. You’ll also save money and cut energy costs. Here are some smart ways to winterize your… Read More »
Tips to Avoid Improper Caulking
Most homeowners know that their home’s exterior needs to be maintained regularly to prevent any unwanted problems from occurring. At the change of each season, walk around the exterior of your home to identify areas that need waterproofing attention. When… Read More »
How Fall Weather Affects Your Roof
Your roof protects you from the elements. Day in, day out, the roofing system works overtime to keep your home’s exterior safe from water damage, maintaining its structural integrity. Sunny for several days in a row, then windy, then lower… Read More »
Things Growing in Gutters
When a gutter system is neglected, it can become cluttered with debris that prevents water flowing to the downspouts. While most homeowners are aware of the importance of gutter cleaning, it’s understandable how easily this unpleasant chore can be put… Read More »
Hazards to Look for When Working on the Roof
At some point this fall you will be doing home maintenance that might include cleaning the roof, inspecting roofing shingles, or checking up on the fascia and the gutters. You’re outside, the sun’s shining, there’s fresh air – it might… Read More »
Gutter Cleaning Mistakes Homeowners Make
Nobody likes it when they have to spend their free time doing home maintenance, especially if it involves cleaning the gutters. It can be a very messy and exhausting chore. While gutter cleaning might not be something you want to… Read More »
Do You Know Your Gutters?
Gutters are an important part of your house exterior’s defense against the elements. But for many homeowners gutters are an out-of-sight-out-of-mind issue. As long as they are cleaned and maintained twice a year, there’s not much else that needs to… Read More »
Reasons Why You Should Invest a Green Roof
Green roofs, also known as living roofs, are partially or entirely covered by vegetation such as native grasses and plants. Homeowners, construction professionals, and building managers are installing them on new and existing residential and commercial structures. And even though… Read More »
House Exterior Fall Maintenance Tips
Home maintenance might seem like a losing battle. But the alternatives could be expensive – a leaking roof, rotted siding, clogged gutters, or a cracked foundation. Fall is the time most of us start thinking about raking the leaves, caulking… Read More »
