It doesn’t take much: a little soapy water or some quality time with trimming shears can really boost your curb appeal. But don’t do it just for visitors. See what these five simple ways to improve your home exterior… Read More »
Spring is here! You’ve survived the winter months. Now it’s time to see if your home exterior did too. Use these easy tips to spruce up the outside of your house and improve its curb appeal. Walk with Binoculars Winter… Read More »
Before tackling the gutters, clean the roof of your house first. If you clean the gutters before doing the roof, any loose debris removed from the shingles will land back in the gutter system. It will also give you an… Read More »
Now that it’s spring, you should be gearing up for that chore everyone loves, cleaning the gutters. It’s not just a matter of setting up a ladder and grabbing a trash bag. Make the gutter cleaning process a bit easier… Read More »
Ideally, gutters and downpipes should be inspected twice a year, once in spring before the season “officially” begins, and once in fall, after the leaves have fallen. You can time the inspections with the task of cleaning the gutters. It’s… Read More »
One of the oldest types of gutter systems, box gutters date back to the eighteenth century. They were simple to make, requiring few tools and could be applied to residential dwellings and public buildings. When well-maintained, these gutters have been… Read More »
It’s hard to image a home in the Lower Mainland without a gutter system of some kind. But houses that do not have gutters or have missing gutters are at risk. The uncontrolled flow of rainwater coming down from the… Read More »
You know it’s not going to last forever, but how do you know when it’s time to have your roof replaced? The average lifespan of a roof is 20 years. A quick roof assessment you do yourself or a more… Read More »
Since vinyl and aluminum fascia rarely need replacing, this discussion deals mainly with wood fascia and how rot can compromise its ability to protect your home. Fascia boards cover the roof ends, keeping the elements from entering and resulting in… Read More »
A roof exposed to the elements can accumulate a buildup of dirt, algae and moss, weakening its ability to protect the interior of your home. Debris not removed from the roof eventually will end up in the gutters, causing clogs… Read More »
