Gutters for Coastal Homes

Choosing the right gutter material for your home is a big decision. Gutters, regardless of the type, should do two things – protect a home from the elements and look good while doing it. When living in the Pacific Northwest,… Read More »

Clean Windows and Your Home

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 »

How to Choose Trim for Your Home

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 »

Dealing with Damaged Downspouts

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 »

Home Exterior Fall Maintenance Priorities

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 »

When You Should Invest in Gutter Guards

They are often advertised as a protective device for gutters so that you will never have to clean the gutter system again. That is either sales hype or wishful thinking.  While gutter guards can be a useful tool in preventing… Read More »

Ways to Add Value to Your Home’s Exterior

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 »

Increase Your Business’s Curb Appeal

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 »

Vertical Gardening for Small Yards

If you live in a condo, an apartment with a small balcony, or a house with a tiny garden, you might think that growing your own strawberries, chives, and lettuce is not possible because you have a small yard. In… Read More »

Senior-Friendly Outdoor Living Spaces

As we age, it’s more important than ever to be able spend as much time outdoors as we can. Staying in your family home is important to you. Which is why you’ve made those changes that make it easier to… Read More »