Leader heads have a number of different names including conductor heads, scupper boxes, rain collectors, collector heads, rainwater heads and conductor boxes. Typically in the shape of a box, a leader head is designed to collect rainwater and guide it… Read More »
Downspouts direct water away from the foundation of your home. Their importance is often downplayed, and they are frequently overlooked when the gutters are being maintained. Here are some reasons downspouts don’t work properly. Not Free of Debris Reason: When… Read More »
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 »
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 »
While decorating for Halloween was fun, Halloween clean up might be more challenging. If all you have to do is take down decorations, your burden is light. But if you’ve been visited by pranksters, the mess they leave behind can… 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 »
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 »
Now that fall’s arrived, before you take on that gutter cleaning chore, spend some quality time with your roof. It’s your homes first line of defense against the elements. Here are some signs that your roof might be trying to… Read More »
Even when you’ve invested in quality materials, are confident about your DIY skills, and created a gutter installation plan complete with one or two layout drawings, a gutter system must be installed correctly to work properly. If installing gutters is… Read More »
