Siding is one of the most cost-effective home exterior remodeling options. Most types of siding, even wood siding, don’t need repainting and can last for as long as you own your home. But what if it’s turning 15 years old… Read More »
With the holidays a little over a month away, your home maintenance chores to-do list might be longer than your letter to Santa. Hiring a handyperson just might be the answer to getting those things done around the house that… Read More »
The last few days have been pretty stormy, with high winds and heavy rainfalls. Your gutters can take a beating. Use this checklist to make sure that the gutter system has weathered this storm and is ready for anything else… Read More »
In today’s budget-conscious economy, vinyl gutters provide homeowners with a viable option to more expensive gutter systems. A vinyl gutter system is just as effective in protecting your home from water damage as copper or aluminum gutters. While vinyl gutters… Read More »
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 »
If you’re a Halloween enthusiast, you probably can’t wait to get started decorating. Your goal this year is to make it even scarier than last Halloween. Be sure to protect your home’s exterior when hanging lights from the gutters, attaching… Read More »
If you’re in the habit of cleaning out the gutters once a year (if they’re lucky), expect material buildup that must be thoroughly cleared away if you want your gutter system to function properly again. The gunk you remove will… Read More »
If you’re thinking there’s nothing easy about cleaning gutters, you’re probably right. But it’s like a car trip: driving around until you find the place is not as efficient as looking up the address before you leave the house. The… Read More »
One of the top five injuries people experience doing home maintenance chores is falling off a ladder. Cleaning the gutters this fall shouldn’t be dangerous. Before starting any chore that involves a ladder, know what kind you need and how… Read More »
To some homeowners, using “wow factor” and “gutters” in the same sentence is a contradiction of terms. The popular opinion dictates that gutters should blend into a home’s exterior and not stand out. Their job is to prevent water damage;… Read More »
