Posts in the Helpful Tips Category

Top 7 Gutter Problems in the Northwest

The Northwest faces lots of heavy and constant rainfall and the toll it takes can be very harsh on your home’s gutter system. Lots of people don’t realize all the factors that cause damage to your gutter system, which is why it is so important to be on the lookout for when damages do arise. […]

Most Common Problems in Winter Leading to Roofing Damage

Winters in Seattle and in the greater Pacific Northwest region can be tough. Sure, it’s fun to bundle inside during a heavy snowstorm, but the exterior of your home takes the harshest damage and you might not even realize. The snow and rainfall can add weight and moisture to your roof which will slowly damage […]

Why not use the largest exterior surface of your home to save and produce energy?

Today, energy and its costs are top-of-mind for more of us than ever before. How can we maximize our resources to reduce the cost of energy now and in the future? Cost-Effective Solar Energy: PV Solar Mounted Panels The current reality is that traditional crystalline photovoltaic solar panels offer the most cost-effective energy production. Their […]

Reasons You Shouldn’t Clean Your Gutters Yourself

When the leaves are changing into their autumn beauty, it’s time for some home projects. And, before you know it, it will look like the trees are dropping leaves by the ton. Those leaves need to be picked up so they don’t damage the grass underneath. Your lawn is making its last ditch effort to […]

Why Gutters Are Essential in the Northwest

The Pacific Northwest gets TONS of rain, so gutters are essential for almost every home. Gutters play an important role in your entire roofing system. That’s why gutter inspections and cleanings are a routine part of our roof maintenance program. And if you’re looking to replace or install a brand new gutter system, we’re equipped […]

Top 5 Ways to Get More Years Out of Your Roof! 

Having a home is a big investment that you want to take care of so it will last. A Big part of protecting your home is protecting the roof.   Your roof is vital to having a comfortable safe place to live. To protect a homeowner or business owner’s investment, the National Roofing Contractors association […]

Does Your Roof Actually Need Gutters?

Like many homeowners, you may have wondered what gutters are for and if they are even necessary. After all, they do seem to have some problems. They sometimes clog and may house nesting birds. They also can only handle a limited volume of water, which in the Seattle area can be a problem. They may […]

How Can Gutters Help During Heavy Rain Season?

In the Pacific Northwest, we get some very wet weather. Sometimes, this means blowing rain and snow, other times it means very heavy downpours. This means having high-quality, efficient rain gutters on your home is essential. We all know the purpose of rain gutters is to direct the rain water down off your roof and […]

Top 5 Signs You Need New Gutters With Gutter Guards

Gutters were created specifically for a continuously wet environment like the PAcific Northwest.  The function of gutters is to guide rainwater off the roof and drain it away from the foundation of your home. By removing the water and channeling it fat away prevents damage to your home and your landscaping. Without gutters, runoff water […]

Snow Damage Prevention

Start  By Being Proactive Most people love the idea of a white Christmas. But, most of us don’t want to deal with some of the down sides of all that snow. Wintertime in cooler, wetter climates, like the Pacific Northwest, presents a unique set of issues in the home that are not apparent during the […]