Why Late-Summer Gutter Maintenance Prevents Fall Issues
When summer starts winding down, most homeowners aren't thinking about their gutters. They're enjoying the last few warm weekends, getting ready for school to start, or finishing projects around the house. But late summer is actually one of the best times to give...
Are Gutter Guards Worth It for Homeowners?
If you're tired of cleaning leaves, sticks, and other debris out of your gutters, you've probably thought about installing gutter guards. The idea sounds pretty nice. Install gutter guards once, and you won't have to worry about cleaning your gutters anymore. Right?...
How Seamless Gutters Are Installed Step By Step
If you're getting new gutters, you may be wondering what happens on installation day. Will the crew show up and immediately start hanging gutters? How long will it take? What should you expect while they're working around your home? Knowing the process ahead of time...
7 Red Flags To Watch For During Your Gutter Estimate
Getting estimates for a new gutter system can feel overwhelming. Most homeowners only replace their gutters once or twice, so it can be difficult to know what separates a great contractor from one you should avoid. The estimate is about much more than getting a...
How a Quality Gutter System Protects Your Siding And Landscaping
When most homeowners think about gutters, they think about one thing: catching rainwater off the roof. But what does your home get to benefit from when all the water from your roof gets properly handled by the gutter system? There are a ton of benefits homeowners...
What To Look For After a Major Rain Storm
When a major rainstorm moves through town, most homeowners are relieved when it is over. The rain stops, the clouds clear, and life goes back to normal. But before you move on with your day, it is worth taking a few minutes to walk around your home. Major storms have...
Why Your Gutters Overflow During Storms
You hear the rain start outside, and everything seems normal at first. Then you look out the window and notice water pouring over the edge of your gutters like a waterfall. Instead of moving through the system and out of the downspouts, water is spilling over the...
Why Bigger Gutters Make A Bigger Difference
If you are looking at new gutters, the choice can seem pretty simple at first. Most homeowners see a 5-inch gutter and a 6-inch gutter and think, “It’s only one inch. How much difference can that really make?” That is a fair question. One inch does not sound like much...
Should You Repair or Replace Your Gutter System?
If you are dealing with gutter problems, you are probably asking yourself a simple question. Should I fix this, or is it time to replace the whole system? It is not always an easy, clear answer. Maybe you have noticed a leak. Maybe a section is sagging. Maybe water...
How Your Fascia And Gutters Work Together To Protect Your Home
Most homeowners think of gutters as their own system. They catch water and move it away from the house. That part is true, but gutters do not work alone. They rely on the fascia board system. The fascia is the board that runs along the edge of your roof. It is what...
9 Common Gutter Myths Homeowners Believe
Gutters seem simple. Water hits the roof, flows into the gutter, and moves away from the house. Because of that, many homeowners do not think much about them until something goes wrong. But over time, a lot of myths have built up around gutters. Some of these ideas...
Why Proper Downspout Placement Matters
Most homeowners think about gutters when it rains hard. Water runs off the roof, drops into the gutter, and then disappears through the downspout. It seems simple. But where that water goes after it leaves the downspout matters a lot more than most people realize. If...