Home improvement fraud has been on the rise in the past five years as homeowners still need work done in the post-pandemic environment of recovering supply chains, rising costs, and busy contractors – a perfect storm for scammers. They might… Read More »
If you’re not looking forward to the colder weather that’s coming and even less excited about the chores you have to tackle to get ready for winter, you don’t have to go it alone. Turn fall home maintenance into family… Read More »
You clean the gutters twice a year, once in the spring and again in the fall. It’s part of your regular home maintenance routine. However, things can change between gutter cleanings. Regularly inspecting the gutter system will help you identify… Read More »
If you haven’t had a chance to clean the gutters this year, now is the time to inspect the roof and prepare your home exterior for winter. While there are several “time saving” inventive tools, gutter professionals advise the most… Read More »
Taking care of the gutters ensures that your home’s exterior keeps its curb appeal year-round. Before trees shed their leaves, heavy rains arrive, and temperatures fall below freezing, it’s important to prepare your gutter system for fall and winter while… Read More »
Gutter covers, leaf protectors, and other types of gutter guards are popular with homeowners because they reduce the number of times a year a gutter system requires cleaning. While gutter protection systems are effective in keeping debris out, there are… Read More »
Your gutters protect your home’s exterior from the evils of water damage, including basement flooding, cracks in the foundation, soil erosion, and siding deterioration. Gutter professionals advise homeowners to clean their gutters at least twice a year. While gutter protection… Read More »
If you like to tackle DIY projects, you’re probably the kind of person that enjoys working with your hands. Do-it-yourself home maintenance isn’t necessarily about saving money. It’s about the experience – being challenged, learning new skills, feeling a sense… Read More »
Known to roofing contractors as reactive maintenance, a common approach to property care is to do repairs after it’s broken or something is not working properly. When it concerns your roofing system, this is not a very cost-effective approach. Small… Read More »
A gutter system that isn’t well-maintained can cause trouble. If you’re lucky, the problems that result from clogged gutters will be more of a nuisance than an expensive fix. Clean gutters protect your home’s exterior from water damage, and your… Read More »
