New Hardware for Your Home’s Exterior

As we bravely march toward upcoming fall and winter holidays, now is the time to pay attention to your home’s exterior. Focusing on one element can make the project manageable, both mentally and budget-wise. This first week of autumn, concentrate… Read More »

Things You Need to Know Before Buying Gutters

Gutters are an important investment. They should look good, add value to your property, and last for as long as you own your home. But even before you decide on details like type of material, size, and shape, there are… Read More »

How to Work with a Gutter Contractor

When you need to replace the gutters, it can seem a bit overwhelming. But there are steps you can take to ensure that your home improvement project turns out the way it should. Successfully working with a gutters contractor starts… Read More »

When Buying Gutters Decision No. 3 – Size

The third decision a person buying a gutter system makes is the size of gutter. Gutter size is the measurement from the back to the front of the opening to the gutter channel. The larger the gutter, the more expensive… Read More »

When Buying Gutters Decision No. 2 – Shape

After selecting the type of material, the second major decision a person buying a gutter system needs to make is the shape or profile the gutters will have. A gutter system adds a finishing touch to the roofing system; the… Read More »

When Buying Gutters Decision No. 1 – Material

When buying gutters, typically the first question that springs to mind is, “What material should my gutters be made of?” The “right” gutter material for the climate where you live helps to better protect your home from water damage. It… Read More »

Alternatives to Gutters

While gutters are the best way to protect your home from its number one enemy, water, some homeowners don’t want them hanging around. The two most popular objections are maintaining a gutter system and that it spoils the appearance of… Read More »

If a Downspout is Clogged

Downspouts channel rainwater from the roof collected in the gutters to the ground and away from the foundation of your home. If a downspout is clogged, water is unable to flow freely out of the gutter system. Here are some… Read More »

Summer Maintenance Tips for Gutters

Because it’s summer, it’s easy to forget about the gutters. But now is the perfect time to check up on them to see if there are any serious issues you need to deal with before the season changes and stormier… Read More »

Dangers of Standing Water

Standing water in your back yard and around other areas of your property can eventually lead to structural damage to your home, health issues and pest infestations. Some forms of standing water are obvious, while others are not. Knowing the… Read More »