Most homeowners are aware that gutters should ideally be cleaned twice a year, usually once in the spring and again in the fall after most of the trees have shed their leaves. But gutters can easily become clogged with leaves… Read More »
In many urban centers or anywhere garden space is in short supply, a growing trend (no pun intended) is the gutter garden. In densely populated areas where backyards can be small, you might have to sacrifice a deck for a… Read More »
Gutters play an important role in the longevity of your home. A properly installed and maintained gutter system (gutters and downpipe combination) will efficiently drain away water, protecting the walls and the foundation of a house from the damaging effects… Read More »
Gutters are designed to channel water away from your home. But when they aren’t maintained properly or they’re broken and need replacing, rain gutters can cause problems with expensive consequences. Being aware of potential complications can help you avoid possible… Read More »
If you really need new gutters, should you also be thinking about replacing the roof at the same time? Here are some signs that your roof might not last the winter: Energy bills have become very high Dark patches appear… Read More »
Gutters are an important part of most roofing systems. When it comes time to replacing old ones, it’s nice to have options. But sometimes having a number of different choices can make the decision a little more difficult. The two… Read More »
Once a popular fixture at the side of urban and country homes alike, the rain barrel virtually vanished from city centers. But they are gradually reappearing in metro areas again, and sustainable landscaping is only one of several reasons rain… Read More »
The best way to protect gutters and increase their longevity is preventative medicine. Especially if your home is surrounded be trees or is subject to windy conditions, keeping your rain gutters free of debris and maintaining it on a regular… Read More »
If they are overflowing but there’s no obvious blockage in the gutters themselves, then the problem could be a blocked downpipe. Blockages can be caused by almost any kind of debris, including a bird’s nest, a clump of wet leaves… Read More »
