Leaves are turning red, yellow and orange. The air is crisper. Kids are thinking about Halloween costumes and planning parties. Autumn is definitely here! This is also the time homeowners start thinking about getting their homes ready for the colder… Read More »
Sagging gutters don’t just look bad – they actually slow your gutters down. And when rain gutters don’t work properly, they don’t protect your home the way they should. If neglected, sagging gutters or gutters that have pulled away from… Read More »
Soffits are the underside panels of the eaves, while fascia boards cover the ends of roof rafters. Soffit and fascia are an integral part of the roofing system and play important roles in the longevity and comfort of your home.… Read More »
You like hanging out in your backyard. But if you are haven’t checked underneath the deck in a while, or taken the containers away for recycling, your property could be a great place for pests of all kinds to gather.… Read More »
When gutters work properly, rainwater travels down the roof and into the gutter channel, where it’s directed toward the downspouts and exits the gutter system. If clogs form, blocked gutters can result in pooling and/or overflowing. Then gutters become ineffectual… Read More »
It’s hard to image a home in the Lower Mainland without a gutter system of some kind. But houses that do not have gutters or have missing gutters are at risk. The uncontrolled flow of rainwater coming down from the… Read More »
Since vinyl and aluminum fascia rarely need replacing, this discussion deals mainly with wood fascia and how rot can compromise its ability to protect your home. Fascia boards cover the roof ends, keeping the elements from entering and resulting in… Read More »
Soffit and fascia are an important part of the structural integrity of your home. Soffit ensures proper ventilation and air circulation. Fascia protects rain and snow from entering into the attic or getting in behind the boards. When wood soffits… Read More »
Soffit is the underside architectural element of a building, which includes the eaves, a roof overhang or a porch ceiling. Underneath the roof line and behind the gutters, fascia panels are found on the outer edges of the roof, covering… Read More »
Fascia boards protect your roof from water damage. But when gutters clog and then overflow, instead of draining into the downspout as it should, water can seep into the fascia. If it’s wood fascia, moisture can cause decay or rot… Read More »
