If you’re in spring-cleaning mode, it’s important to devote some attention to the outside of your house as well as the inside. One of the most critical home maintenance tasks that should never be ...

Our gutter systems can be easily forgotten about when we are ticking off home maintenance tasks, but these drainage systems are essential to preventing roof damage and leaks. So how do you clean ...

Don't forget the façade when the seasons change. PC Photography/Getty Images The spring season falls between late March and early June. That’s the perfect time of year to declutter and deep clean your ...

Fall can be a surprisingly busy time for homeowners. Once summer has ended, you might find that you’re busying yourself with exterior maintenance tasks like tidying up your garden or lawn. But there’s ...

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Gutter cleaning is necessary since leaves and other debris can cause clogs that prevent proper drainage. Visible debris, sagging gutters, layers of dirt, and vegetation growth mean gutters need to be ...

Cleaning gutters doesn’t need to be a drag, but it does need to be done twice a year. If your gutters go ignored, the problems that may arise down the line can cause headaches or even financial ...

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Now is a great time to think about giving the exterior of your home a good cleaning. Winter snow, spring rains, mold, mildew and animals (of both the pet and pest variety) can take their toll on the ...

Infrequent rainstorms make gutters an afterthought for many Southern California homeowners. Rain or not, gutters need regular maintenance in order to function properly and last the duration of their ...