How Often to Clean Gutters With Guards (And Stop Overflows)
Think gutter guards mean you'll never climb a ladder again? Learn why debris still causes overflows and exactly how to maintain your protected gutters this spring.
How Often to Clean Gutters (And Signs You Waited Too Long)
Generic 'twice a year' gutter advice doesn't work for every home. Discover exactly how often you need to clean your gutters based on tree coverage, and learn the warning signs that you've waited too long.
Got a Roof Leak Around Your Chimney? How to Fix It Fast
Discovering a brown water stain near your fireplace is alarming, but the culprit is rarely a failing roof. Learn how to diagnose chimney flashing failures and apply a temporary fix.
Why You Need a Spring Chimney Inspection Before the Summer Heat
Most homeowners wait until fall to book a chimney sweep, but mid-spring is the smartest time to clean out winter ash, prevent summer odors, and block nesting pests.
How to Clean Window Wells and Prevent Basement Flooding
Don't let heavy rains turn your basement window wells into aquariums. Learn how to clear debris, restore gravel drainage, and install protective covers to keep your foundation dry.
How to Clean Window Weep Holes to Prevent Leaks
Don't panic over water pooling in your window tracks. Learn how to quickly locate and clean window weep holes to prevent costly spring rain leaks.
How to Inspect Your Roof for Damage (Without a Ladder)
Winter weather can secretly compromise your roof. Learn how to safely spot missing shingles, damaged flashing, and hidden leaks from the ground before spring rains arrive.
How to Check Your Outdoor Faucet for Hidden Winter Leaks
Don't turn on your garden hose this spring without testing your exterior faucets first. Learn how a simple two-person test can save your basement from hidden winter freeze damage.
How to Grade Soil Around Your Foundation to Prevent Leaks
Fixing negative soil grading is one of the cheapest and most effective ways to stop basement leaks. Learn how to properly slope the dirt around your foundation in one weekend.
Spring Pest Prevention: How to Keep Bugs Out of Your Home
As the weather warms up, ants, spiders, and other pests start looking for ways inside your house. Learn how to proactively seal your home's exterior to stop them before an infestation begins.
Spring Deck Prep: How to Seal a Wood Deck Like a Pro
Winter weather can leave your wood deck with hidden rot and degraded sealant. Learn how to inspect, prep, and seal your deck like a pro before summer BBQ season begins.