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We often forget about our gutters. When they’re installed correctly and are not clogged, they serve us well and demand only periodic maintenance. However, there are a few factors than can damage gutters, and one of the major threats is wind. Here are a few facts about how wind can affect gutters and what experts…

Your home is probably one of the biggest investments that you will ever make. Even if you have the most beautiful interior, people will make judgments about your home based solely on your exterior. A great curb appeal adds value and beauty to your home. This is especially important if you are trying to sell…

When it rains, your gutters collect the water that slides down the roof and brings it to the ground. Not only does your gutter system protect your roof from potential rain damage, but it also protects your home’s foundation by preventing water from pooling against the base of your home. Over time, however, your gutter…

When it rains, your gutters go to work and collect all the rainwater as it runs down the roof. Without gutters, your home would have serious erosion issues. Worse yet, the water could stain wood siding, create mold problems and flood homes with finished basements. Though your gutters serve a great purpose, they can’t do…

Your gutters play an important role in your home, but it can be easy to overlook their general upkeep and maintenance. Oftentimes, homeowner ignore obvious problems, but doing so can cause even bigger issues later on down the road. Whether it’s been awhile since you’ve given your gutters attention or installation took place a number…

How to Stop Cleaning Debris from a Home’s Rain Gutters If you are a homeowner, then you know that home maintenance is often time-consuming and strenuous. Cleaning debris from your home’s rain gutters and downspouts is a difficult and dangerous do-it-yourself chore. You have to climb on a tall extension ladder near dangerous utility lines…

Your home’s fascia boards often go unnoticed; however, problems with this part of your roof are often the first sign that your gutters might be in need of repair, so don’t be surprised if you call your roofer for fascia repair and he recommends some additional gutter work. A roofer who finds and repairs gutter…

Downspouts are often one of the most overlooked aspects of a house, yet they provide a key line of defense against a number of water related home maintenance headaches. Being proactive and spending a little bit to keep your downspouts in working order is one of the best investments you can make as a homeowner.…

Gutter screens help keep your gutters free of dirt and debris. Clean gutters help prevent water damage to your house that can be caused by clogged gutters or downspouts, so you’ll want to keep them as clean as possible, and gutter screens can help you do that. There are a variety of gutter screens you…

Gutter covers or gutter guards, as they are also known, simply help keep leaves, twigs, and other debris out of your gutter system, thus allowing rain water, melted snow, etc to flow freely to your downspouts. Gutter covers with the micro mesh filtration screen tend to work best, but keep in mind that even with…