Cleaning the gutters in the fall is an important autumn home maintenance chore. An optimally working gutter system completely free of debris ensures that water can easily flow through the gutter channels and exit the downspouts. Gutter cleaning is a… Read More »
Gutters that are clogged can’t do the job they are designed for – protecting your home from serious water damage. It’s important for the gutter system to be debris-free. To ensure that they are working properly and will continue to… Read More »
Most homeowners know that the roof protects their home from the evils of water damage. But are you aware of how the roofing system protects all of the other systems that keep your home’s exterior safe from stormy weather, pests,… Read More »
The roof protects your home from the elements every day, year-round, including all of the other systems that make up the home’s exterior. While roofing shingles are the most visible, other parts of the roof such as the underlayment, sheathing,… Read More »
If you’re currently living in a home that hasn’t been built within the past 20 years, you know it probably isn’t anywhere close to being zero net. If you want to find ways to make your home more sustainable, you… Read More »
Because gutters are an important part of your home’s drainage system and a critical component of protecting the building’s structural integrity, it’s important to choose the right gutter system. Gutters should flatter the architectural style of your home; be able… Read More »
When a homeowner discovers a small dent in a downspout or a hairline crack in a windowpane, it’s tempting to dismiss it as not a big deal. In these high-stress economic times fixing every little symptom of normal wear and… Read More »
Cleaning the gutters is a home maintenance chore most people don’t enjoy. So, some type of leaf protection seems like an all-purpose solution to reducing the number of times per year the gutter system needs cleaning. One of the simplest… Read More »
Many of us are motivated to repair the gutters when something goes wrong with the gutter system that needs immediate attention. But reactive maintenance can quickly become very expensive. The good news is, regularly maintaining your gutters will help you… Read More »
Next to the roof, the gutter system plays the most important role in keeping your home protected from the elements. If you intend to DIY cleaning the gutters, it’s good to know the basic principles. When gutter cleaning this summer… Read More »
