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With an expected busy hurricane season on the horizon, homeowners should know that they have more than just rain worries. High winds are another concern as they can be damaging to property. Gutters are vulnerable to damage like dents or partial or complete dislodgment of parts of the gutter system due to being hit by tree limbs or flying debris.
Read Full ArticleThe summer season may be hot, but it’s also wet in many areas. Summer storms are a reality for many homeowners, and taking them seriously is important. It doesn’t have to take a named tropical storm or hurricane to cause damage to your home – sometimes, a severe or prolonged thunderstorm will do. The system that your home has in
Read Full ArticleWhere do you start when you need new gutters? Unless you have unlimited resources, your best bet is probably to start with cost. While price isn’t everything, sticking to a budget is usually necessary for most homeowners. This piece explains how you should consider the cost of gutter replacement. How Much Does a Gutter Replacement Cost in Portland, OR? Gutter
Read Full ArticleIf you’ve been a homeowner for any length of time, you already know that mildew and its moldy relatives are a significant threat to your home and property. Mildew smells terrible. It damages, stains, and weakens the surfaces that it grows on. And on top of that, it’s difficult, and sometimes expensive, to remove. You don’t want it anywhere in
Read Full ArticleAre you ready for the summer storm season? If not, it’s time to get prepared. Hurricane season started on June 1st, and NOAA (National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association) predicted that 2022 stood a 65% chance of being an above-average hurricane season – the seventh such year in a row. Summer storms can be an issue even if you’re not in
Read Full ArticleHighlights: Downspout clogs can be as big a problem as gutter clogs. Gutter clogs can also be the cause of downspout clogs. Downspout extensions can improve downspout drainage as well. You don’t need to know much about how a gutter system works to understand that the gutters collect the rainwater, and the downspouts guide the water down from the roof
Read Full ArticleThe rain is pounding on your roof and the puddles are forming on the ground. What are your gutters doing? Intense storm events are a challenge to your entire home, but they’re particularly challenging to your gutters. How do your gutters stand up to intense rainfall? Adjust Your Gutter Size If you have a lot of large-scale rainfall events, then
Read Full ArticleProtect your property: invest in landscaping redesign or gutter replacement. Is your home ready for storm season? If only all you needed was a really, really big umbrella. In reality, you need to get ready for storm season every year, because what protects your home is your home’s exterior. Here’s how you can take action during the summer and get
Read Full ArticleWhat is spring without bountiful blossoms? In the spring, no matter where you live you want the earth to wake up with bees and birds visiting thriving trees, shrubs, and flowers around your garden space. This beautiful show can continue on through the spring, summer, and fall months. How can you design your garden for spring blossoms? Plant for Succession
Read Full ArticleClean gutters are vital. Avoiding or getting rid of gutter clogs isn’t a cleanliness issue; it’s an issue of making sure that your home is as safe and as functional as it can be. Clogged gutters overflow, leading to water damage on the roof and walls and even to foundation damage. Clogged gutters can also contribute to ice dams and
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