How often do you examine your roof, siding, gutters, windows, and doors for signs of damage? These are easy chores to forget, but it’s important to know the condition of your home’s exterior components. After all, they’re the only things standing between you and the elements when your home is sealed up tight for the […]
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The Best Home Projects for the Cooler Months
With cooler temperatures rolling in, every homeowner must proactively think ahead about home projects. Harsh weather can create wear and tear on your roofing, siding, and gutters, leading to future costs if your home’s exterior is not in good care. We have created a list of the best home projects to be done in fall […]
Do I Need HOA Approval To Replace My Gutters in Northern Virginia?
Gutter replacement is an inevitable part of homeownership and requires immediate attention to prevent structural damage to your residence. If you live in a community that a homeowners association oversees, you may need written approval before scheduling gutter replacement services. Your HOA will not normally prevent you from replacing your gutters. However, there may be […]
How to Repair a Leaking Gutter Joint
Rain gutters can succumb to a number of problems due to old age, poor installation techniques, and inadequate maintenance. Some of the most common problems that gutters experience include overflowing, sagging, and of course leaking. The joints of a gutter system are most susceptible to leaks as standing water in gutters can cause the seams […]
How to Remove Ice Dams from Your Roof
If you live in a snowy area of the country, there is a good chance you have dealt with an ice dam at one time or another. An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms along the edge of a roof, preventing melting snow from effectively draining off of the roof. When ice […]
How Much Does Gutter Replacement Cost?
Rain gutters play an important role in protecting your home and yard from water damage. Gutters that are properly maintained help divert water away from home, reducing the likeliness of basement flooding, wood rot, mold growth, and similar issues. Rain gutters also prevent water from pooling on your roof, in your yard, and on your […]