DIY Garden Cleanup
Late winter, early spring is an ideal time to get a head start on cleaning up the yard in preparation for spring. Whenever there is a break in the rainy weather, milder temperatures can be a welcome invitation to get… Read More »
home maintenance
Best Gutters for Heavy Rainfall
Heavy precipitation can severely damage a roofing system. After several days of continuous rain, gutters that don’t function well or don’t perform as expected can overflow. Overflowing gutters often lead to flooded basements or shifting foundations due to the oversaturation… Read More »
When Should You Call a Professional Gutter Company?
Gutters protect your home from water damage. When they aren’t working properly, your home becomes vulnerable to leaks, mold growth, damaged siding, and oversaturated landscaping. If you’re comfortable making repairs yourself or if you’re a homeowner that doesn’t mind hiring… Read More »
Ways to Improve Your Home in the New Year
These days “spare change” is hard to find for pretty much anything, but budgeting for home improvements can be especially difficult. When you do have to spend money on renovations, you want to make sure it will be money well… Read More »
Holiday Gifts for Your Gutters
Gutters protect your home from the adverse effects of water – mold, wood rot, rust, and foundation damage. Gutter accessories that complement your existing gutter system add strength and functionality. While the focus should always be on a gutter system… Read More »
Things Homeowners should do Once a Year
Taking care of a home is a lot of work. To prevent damage that is costly to repair or avoid having to completely replace an entire system it’s vital to maintain your home regularly. Sometimes it can be easier to… Read More »
Common Gutter Problems and How to Fix Them
Whether you’ve already cleaned the gutters this fall or you have scheduled your gutter cleaning for later in the season, they should be inspected for damage. After the damaged areas have been identified, make repairs as soon as possible to… Read More »
When You have to Replace the Gutters
The gutters play a significant role in protecting your home’s exterior from weather damage and moisture infiltration. When they become broken or damaged beyond reasonable repair, they have to be replaced. But where do you start? Some things to consider… Read More »
Fundamentals of Successful Gutter Cleaning
Let’s face it – cleaning the gutters is a chore. But gutter cleaning is an essential part of good home maintenance. Properly working gutters help protect your roof, siding, entry doors, and windows from weather damage. Most homeowners have their… Read More »
Maintaining your Home in a Rainy Climate
Living in a rainy climate like Vancouver can be challenging when trying to maintain your property. Water is a home’s number one enemy and can result in wood rot, leaks, mold, and basement flooding. Regular maintenance and upkeep are key… Read More »
