If you are expecting trick-or-treaters tomorrow night, you’ve already decorated your home’s exterior for Halloween – pumpkin lights twinkle from the gutters, witches on brooms fly across the siding, jack-o-lanterns smile on the front steps. You might be ready for… Read More »
Whether it’s visitors, guests, people driving by, or a neighbour walking the family dog, the impression your property has on the community is important. As a homeowner, it is vital to keep it well-maintained and cared for. While dirty windows… Read More »
Trim doesn’t just frame the windows or provide a convenient place for the hinges that make the entry doors functional. If chosen thoughtfully, it is one of those exterior finishing elements that adds character, visual interest, and cohesiveness to your… Read More »
Downspouts are designed to carry runoff away from the foundation of your home, preventing costly water damage. Aluminum gutters and their corresponding downpipes typically have a lifespan of 20 years. However, if you’re not sure how old they are or… Read More »
Fall has officially arrived. It’s the last-chance-season to get your property ready to face the winter’s rain, snow, winds, and fluctuating temperatures. Home exterior fall maintenance priorities include checking windows and entry doors, inspecting the roof, and looking for cracks… Read More »
Your gutters are great communicators. They’re on the job 24/7 protecting your home from the elements. And they’re not shy about telling when something isn’t quite right. From the subtle to not so subtle signs of gutter failure, pay attention… Read More »
Your home’s exterior is the first thing people see when they come to visit. It should be as welcoming and inviting as the interior. Thoughtfully chosen home improvement projects are a good return on your investment, increase the value of… Read More »
While curb appeal is often associated with residential homes, it is just as important for small businesses and business owners. A potential customer who arrives at a boutique or a restaurant or a yoga studio might decide not to enter… Read More »
Your home’s exterior is the first thing a visitor or passerby sees. Dirt, green streaks, or neglected gutters – any marks, stains and streaking – can turn your house into a blot on the neighbourhood. Dark patches might be a… Read More »
While Metro Vancouver experiences a lower direct wildfire threat, residential areas of Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and other cities in the lower mainland that border forests and mountainous terrain are at a slightly higher risk. In addition… Read More »
