Downspout Accessories Improve Gutter Function

Downpipes are an important part of your home exterior’s gutter system, directing runoff away from the foundation and protecting landscaping from soil erosion. Downspout accessories have a variety of uses, including increased drainage efficiency, reduced occurrence of overflowing gutters,  and… Read More »

Does Your Home Need Gutter Guards?

Your gutters protect your home’s exterior from the evils of water damage, including basement flooding, cracks in the foundation, soil erosion, and siding deterioration. Gutter professionals advise homeowners to clean their gutters at least twice a year. While gutter protection… Read More »

When and How to Select Siding

A home exterior in the lower mainland constantly faces serious challenges. Windy days, gale force winds, rainstorms, temperature fluctuations, sea air, and environmental toxins, siding can really be put through its paces. Choosing the right siding for our Pacific Northwest… Read More »

Signs Your Buried Downspouts aren’t Working

Standard downpipes can interfere with the overall aesthetic of a home’s exterior. A common reason homeowners prefer to bury their gutter system’s downspouts is to boost curb appeal. However, gutter problems can be harder to identify with underground drains. Being… Read More »

Underground Drainage for Your Gutters

A standard gutter system drains runoff from the roof into downpipes that deposit water a safe distance away from your foundation. In situations where this might not be possible – too close to another person’s property line; soil compaction issues… Read More »

Clean Your Driveway this Spring

First impressions are important. When it is at the front, a driveway that is streaked with grease and grimy tire marks might make your property look uncared for. Improve the overall appearance of your home exterior and boost curb appeal… Read More »

How to Successfully DIY

If you like to tackle DIY projects, you’re probably the kind of person that enjoys working with your hands. Do-it-yourself home maintenance isn’t necessarily about saving money. It’s about the experience – being challenged, learning new skills, feeling a sense… Read More »

Proactive Roof Maintenance

Known to roofing contractors as reactive maintenance, a common approach to property care is to do repairs after it’s broken or something is not working properly. When it concerns your roofing system, this is not a very cost-effective approach. Small… Read More »

Types of Gutter Debris and How to Clean Them

A gutter system that isn’t well-maintained can cause trouble. If you’re lucky, the problems that result from clogged gutters will be more of a nuisance than an expensive fix. Clean gutters protect your home’s exterior from water damage, and your… Read More »

Key Factors that Influence Gutter Estimates

You’re finally getting around to that home improvement project you’ve been planning for a while – new gutters. But where do you start? Buying gutters and getting them installed is a major expense, so you want to find the best… Read More »