Some children ask more than 300 questions per day, according to a study. We will venture a guess that not one of those 300+ kid questions is, “Why are gutters important?” Homeowners may have plenty of questions about the cost-versus-value of gutters, but not kids. Let’s find out if you even need gutters on your [...]
Are lottery tickets worth their money? Not usually; the odds are against you. Are travel insurance policies worth it? Not for most airline travel, no. Are gutter guards worth it? Yes…and no. Let’s take a closer look. […]
The siding on your house can make a huge impact on your home’s overall look and feel. Most siding materials come in textured or smooth finishes which can either be high or low gloss. You can choose from a wide range of colors, with some coming with grain-like patterns to closely resemble real wood. [...]
Once you have selected a reputable siding contractor and the right siding material, the next step is to prepare for siding installation. The siding replacement process varies depending on your home’s unique architectural attributes. To make the process seamless, here is how to prepare for new siding. […]
As the first line of defense for your home, exterior siding works overtime to keep the elements at bay, and it can do so successfully for decades. However, no siding is designed to last forever. Over time, your siding can succumb to heavy rain, whipping wind, and other weather threats. […]
Your siding plays an important role in protecting your home from the elements and adding aesthetics. With new siding, you can significantly increase your property’s value, enhance its energy efficiency, and provide better protection from the weather elements. […]
As fall begins and the leaves begin to turn, many people often admire the new beautiful colors. For homeowners, however, fall is the time to struggle with keeping gutters clean as leaves fall and clog their gutter systems. It can be a daunting task climbing up the ladder and trying to clean up the debris [...]
Every homeowner is well aware of the importance of gutters to their properties and why it’s critical to keep leaves, twigs, and other debris out of their gutters. A clogged gutter system can cause a myriad of problems, including roof leaks, damage to landscaping, and gutters pulling away from the roof. When it’s time to [...]
How important is one tiny inch? The Swedish warship Vasa sank on its maiden voyage in 1628 because the ship carpenters used different rulers. Their rulers from Sweden were 12 inches long and rulers from Amsterdam were only 11 inches! Result? The ship’s port side was thicker than its starboard side. Your home’s seamless gutters [...]
Most Californians, says the U.S. Census Bureau, will move around 11.4 times in their lifetimes. Sure, some of those moves involve no homes (college, military service), but for most Shingle Springs residents, selling and buying a home is part of their past and future. You need every strategy available to boost curb appeal and home [...]
