If you are expecting trick-or-treaters tomorrow night, you’ve already decorated your home’s exterior for Halloween – pumpkin lights twinkle from the gutters, witches on brooms fly across the siding, jack-o-lanterns smile on the front steps. You might be ready for… Read More »
Choosing the right gutter material for your home is a big decision. Gutters, regardless of the type, should do two things – protect a home from the elements and look good while doing it. When living in the Pacific Northwest,… Read More »
Downspouts are designed to carry runoff away from the foundation of your home, preventing costly water damage. Aluminum gutters and their corresponding downpipes typically have a lifespan of 20 years. However, if you’re not sure how old they are or… Read More »
Fall has officially arrived. It’s the last-chance-season to get your property ready to face the winter’s rain, snow, winds, and fluctuating temperatures. Home exterior fall maintenance priorities include checking windows and entry doors, inspecting the roof, and looking for cracks… Read More »
They are often advertised as a protective device for gutters so that you will never have to clean the gutter system again. That is either sales hype or wishful thinking. While gutter guards can be a useful tool in preventing… Read More »
Are you dealing with drainage issues around your home’s exterior? If downspouts are too close to the foundation, high density soil prevents efficient absorption, runoff is interfering with high-traffic areas, or your lawn is plagued with recurring puddles, here are… Read More »
Your home’s exterior is the first thing a visitor or passerby sees. Dirt, green streaks, or neglected gutters – any marks, stains and streaking – can turn your house into a blot on the neighbourhood. Dark patches might be a… Read More »
Gutters play an important role in protecting your home’s exterior from the elements and the water damage wind, rain, and snow can cause. It is important that they are installed properly so that runoff is efficiently channeled from the roof… Read More »
While Metro Vancouver experiences a lower direct wildfire threat, residential areas of Vancouver, North Vancouver, West Vancouver, Burnaby, Surrey, and other cities in the lower mainland that border forests and mountainous terrain are at a slightly higher risk. In addition… Read More »
If you’re in the market for a new home, knowing what you want and what to look for during the house hunting process is crucial to being happy and confident with your purchase. Make the most of the walk-through –… Read More »
