Gutters are used to drain rainwater from the roof and direct it to an area where it will be slowly absorbed into the ground. Without them, water may fall close to the foundation, which can lead to water infiltration in the basement. Broken gutters can cause rainwater to travel back up towards the roof and […]
Thanks to the heavy rain associated with early summer in Manitoba, Winnipeg regularly experiences insect and mosquito problems. Besides being unpleasant, mosquitoes can also carry the West Nile virus. Thus, it is our shared responsibility to do everything we can to stop the proliferation of insects in the city.
While it may be tempting to ignore gutter problems, it is important to repair leaky gutters. A gutter that no longer fulfills its purpose (keeping water away from the foundations) can cause serious problems. Leaky gutters increase the risk of water seeping into the roof and foundations because, in many cases, if the water is […]
Metal gutters can be noisy, especially if they are full of corners, bends and water deflectors. The noise can be bothersome for some homeowners, such as those with bedrooms on the second floor, but there is a solution.
From time to time, downspouts may lead water too close to the foundations, which may become a serious issue as it drastically increases the likelihood of water infiltration in the foundations. In addition to potentially destroying your plant beds. Resolve this issue by leading water farther away from your residence.
Homeowners often wonder when the best time is to install new gutters. Be it to replace damaged gutters or install new ones, certain times in the year are better suited than others to undertake this task.
When summer arrives, most homeowners want to have a nice lawn. Some basic rules apply in order to obtain a lush green lawn. Here are some steps to follow if you want to help your grass flourish.
Rain gutters have a tendency to collect leaves and debris when they’re not equipped with efficient gutter protection or cleaned on a regular basis. Falling leaves and debris thus accumulate and cause clogs. Here are a few clues that your gutters are clogged.
Insects often find their way in gutters. In fact, insects tend to prefer damp locations. As insects constitute a problem at that time of the season when you want to enjoy the outdoors, several homeowners try to get rid of them. Here’s a few tips on how to avoid standing water and the proliferation of […]
Copper gutters have a charm and warmth to them that no other materials have, especially when used on historical houses. However, over time, eavestroughs made of copper tend to tarnish and lose their luster. Here are a few tips on how to clean them so that they can shine as bright as on the first […]
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