As nice as it would be to never have to fix anything in our homes, the reality is that things break. While some repairs can be put on the backburner, your gutters shouldn’t be. Before you go calling the professionals, these are some quick gutter fixes you can do yourself. When You Have Loose Gutters:… Read more »
When the heavy winter snow melts, it will come running down your roof to your gutters and drain away from your home. Clean out your gutters. We know we’ve told you this countless times, but having clean gutters in a major key in preventing ice dams. If your gutters are full of debris and clogged… Read more »
Having snow sit atop your house can bring about a variety of scenarios. The best case is that the snow melts within a day or so and runs nicely through your gutters & downspout away from your home. The worst case scenario is that the snow forms ice dams that weigh on your roof and… Read more »
At the beginning of every year, industries predict what trends will be most popular during the months to come. This is the case even in the gutter and roofing industries, so here are some predicted roofing trends for 2017. Shingles versus Tiles Asphalt tiles are a popular choice for roofing materials since they are lightweight… Read more »
We might think snow is pretty when it first falls, but once it melts, it can be a real nuisance. Equipment Make sure to keep your gutters clean to avoid clogs. This allows water to flow freely to your downspout and be directed away from your home. Have your downspout drain extend at least six… Read more »
Though it might not be raining all winter long, it doesn’t mean water won’t end up finding its way into your gutter system. Even without torrential downpours, water collection can be a daunting task for old, small gutters, so it’s important to understand what you can do in order to prevent it from happening. One… Read more »
It’s that point during the year where we must now face the reality of dropping temperatures — and while it isn’t snowing on the regular just yet, it could theoretically happen any day now. With the reality of subzero temperatures rapidly approaching, there comes the notion that protecting your home is somewhat of a necessity…. Read more »
With winter virtually around the corner, it’s time yet again to begin thinking about how you’re going to protect your roofing, gutter systems, and the inside of your home. With nasty ice that can form on and around your living space, there has to be something that can be done, right? Luckily, there is! When… Read more »
This season, it’s inevitably going to get cold — and likely before we know it. While bearing a 50 degree temperature day doesn’t seem so bad, the number can drop significantly in a matter of days, leaving your home frigid to the core. However with the right steps taken, you can enjoy the beautiful sights… Read more »
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