For many, fall is all about cooler weather, brighter landscape colors, and cozying up indoors. However, as another season is approaching, you need to make sure your home is prepared for the conditions it may bring. Regularly taking care of your house can help improve its defense against harsh weather conditions and outdoor elements. … [Read more...]
3 Useful Facts About Downspouts You Probably Didn’t Know
Some homeowners don’t really think about how important their downspouts are until a huge rainstorm hits your area and you find that they aren’t working as they should and you end up with a leaky roof or a flooded basement. Needless to say, downspouts are an integral part of any effective gutter system. To drive home the point, the trusted gutter cleaning service providers over at Advantage Seamless shares three useful facts about downspouts that most people don’t know … [Read more...]
Why Do Your Gutters Overflow When It Rains?
The gutters around your house are more important than most people realize. Without gutters to redirect the flow of water, rain would settle and accumulate on your roof which can lead to leaks. It could also end up pooling near your foundation, causing thousands of dollars worth of damage. If you have a basement, the water could end up flooding it. … [Read more...]
What Causes Water to Leak Behind Your Gutters?
Your gutters have one job: to direct rainwater to your downspouts and into your drainage system. This prevents water from getting where it isn’t supposed to - like the foundation of your house. Unfortunately, it doesn’t always work out that way. Sometimes, water tends to drip behind the gutters, down your fascia and soffit, onto the side of your house and finally your foundation. In today’s post, the gutter cleaning experts over at Advantage Seamless explains why this happens and … [Read more...]
How to Prevent Wood Rot Around Your Home
If drizzle gets into cracks and underneath painted or coated surfaces, it can cause wood rot around your home. If left untreated, this sly form of damage may spread and infect other components that are primarily made of wood, resulting in serious structural damage and even termite infestation. So, how do you prevent these issues from occurring? One of the leading gutter contractors in Minnesota shares tips in this article. … [Read more...]
