4 Gutter Cleaning Tips for Spring
Spring is here! Don’t wait for April showers to reveal a fault in your gutter system. Now is the time to perform cleaning tasks and maintenance around your home. Even though this past winter was relatively mild, your gutters still bore the brunt of snow, ice and sleet. Before spring showers arrive, here are some…
Spring Cleaning Checklist For Your Home
This past winter was relatively mild for snow accumulation, but there was plenty of wind, rain and ice. While you stayed safe inside, your home bore the brunt of this bad weather. As the spring season arrives, use this simple checklist to ensure your home is safe and ready, inside and out. Inspect the Roof…
7 Winter Home Maintenance Tips
Although the winter season has officially arrived, we have yet to see its full effects in Connecticut. Now is the perfect time to make sure your home is prepared for cold temperatures, snowstorms and ice. What should you be checking around the house? Avoid Frozen Pipes Uninsulated pipes that are exposed to cold temperatures may…
Protect Your Roof & Gutters This Winter
At the end of summer, we prepare our gutters for the fallen leaves of autumn. Many weekends are spent emptying leaves from the downspout and raking up debris. Before we know it, winter is on its way and homeowners are checking their roofs for damage. You may think that once the first snowfall hits, these…
Tips to Prepare a Backyard Shed for Winter
We’ve heard about winterizing our homes and vacation cottages, but what about your storage shed? Many people who do gardening or yardwork on their property have a shed to keep tools and equipment. While you may not give much thought to the condition of the shed during warmer months, it’s essential to protect your belongings…