Pest Proof Your House this Winter

Pests are a nuisance. Eek factor aside, when pests invade a home they can spread disease, contaminate foodstuffs, and cause allergic reactions. You might think there would be fewer creepy crawlies in the winter months, but just like us, when… Read More »

Things to Remember when Installing Gutters

One of the biggest investments a person will make is purchasing their own home. If you have found a way to invest in your forever home, even in these tough economic times, you want to do all you can to… Read More »

Practice Good Home Maintenance Habits

Cleaning the gutters, organizing the garage, washing the siding – they are some of the necessary home maintenance tasks that keep your house functional, comfortable, and safe. But for many homeowners, it’s an uphill battle to make time for everything… Read More »

Ladder Safety for Winter Chores

Whether you’re hanging holiday lights, inspecting the roof after a windstorm, or cleaning the gutters, many home maintenance tasks involve using a ladder. Falls off ladders are one of the top five accidents people experience when doing chores around the… Read More »

When Gutters need to be cleaned by a Pro

When you do home maintenance tasks yourself, you generally save money. And if you’re a dedicated do-it-yourselfer, you also enjoy the challenge of doing small repairs to the siding or cleaning the gutters. However, if you don’t really like to… Read More »

Gutters can be Stylish

A gutter system doesn’t just have to be functional. A combination of the right colour, gutter material, and gutter profile can put a gutter system in a category all its own. If you want to make a statement, you can… Read More »

Home Maintenance Tasks to Do Before Winter

The days are getting shorter and temperatures have recently dropped to freezing overnight. Icy winds, heavy rainfall, and even snow will soon find us. Putting these simple chores on your home maintenance checklist will help you get your home ready… Read More »

Why Gutter Cleaning in the Fall is Important

Cleaning the gutters at least twice a year is an integral part of a home maintenance routine designed to protect your home from the elements. While cleaning the gutters in the spring removes blossoms, twigs, and leaves from the gutters,… Read More »

Gutters and Downspouts after a Storm

The Lower Mainland and other parts of the province have experienced extreme rainfall in the past 24 hours. Since it’s November, you know there’s more rainstorms on the way. While it’s dry and sunny today, inspect the gutters and downspouts… Read More »

How to Clean Gutters from the Ground

Do you experience dizziness on a ladder or have mobility issues? While cleaning the gutters is an important part for maintaining your home’s exterior, you might be reluctant to climb that ladder for whatever reason. Most gutter cleaning tools used… Read More »