Is Your Roof Ready for Fall?

Taking care of your roof ensures that it looks good and will keep your home protected year-round. It might still be summer, but making the roofing system a top priority on your fall home maintenance to-do list not only boosts… Read More »

Gutter Cleaning Tips for Summer

If you haven’t cleaned the gutters this spring, summer is the next best time to do it when the weather is nice. Even if you had the gutters cleaned a couple of months ago, you will want to remove debris… Read More »

Downspout Styles – Which one is Right for You?

Properly installed downspouts play an important role in preventing structural damage, basement flooding, and washed out landscaping. Gutters collect rainwater from the roof, but it is the downpipes that direct the runoff safely away from the foundation. The two main… Read More »

When it’s Time for Gutter Replacement

Gutters play an important role when it comes to protecting your home’s exterior from the elements and the water damage it can cause. Having to purchase new gutters can be the ideal opportunity to upgrade and take advantage of new… Read More »

Is It Time for Copper Gutters?

Whether it’s a custom build, a townhouse in a subdivision with amenities, or a retro abode, copper gutters transform a functional house into an elegant home. If you will be in the market for a new gutter system sometime in… Read More »

Signs Your Downspouts Need to be Replaced

When downspouts work properly, like the gutters, homeowners tend to forget about them. They are an important part of the gutter system, ensuring that excess water from the roof is safely deposited away from the foundation of your home. Malfunctioning… Read More »

What to do when Gutters Overflow

Signs of overflowing gutters include stained siding, pooling water underneath the eaves, and bald spots in your landscaping. Gutters that overflow can cause water damage to the parts of your home – the roof, siding, and foundation – responsible for… Read More »

Exterior Spring Home Maintenance

The focus of spring home maintenance is to clean up after winter and get ready for summer. Spending time on your home exterior not only boosts curb appeal but it can also increase your property’s value. While the temperatures are… Read More »

How to Keep Pests Out of Your Gutters

Gutters protect a home’s exterior from the elements and the ripple effect of water damage such as mold growth, deteriorated roofing shingles, and cracks in the foundation. But a gutter system can also be an inviting place for pests to… 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 »