The Gibraltar Team in Challenging Times October 8, 2020 At Gibraltar, we recognize the collective strength of our employees drives our success, in good times and in more challenging times. Our team came together in an extraordinary way over the last several months and created a new level of community, culture and family. Across our diverse set of companies, our team of over 2,500 […] Read More
3 Steps to Protect Your Gutters from Damage April 16, 2021April 16, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutters Just like other exterior home components, your gutter serves a critical role in preserving your home’s condition and functionality. However, it will encounter damage over the years due to exposure to the elements. Thankfully, there are many ways to slow down or even prevent your gutters from getting damaged. In this post, the leading gutter […] READ MORE
Tips to Succeed in Roofing Projects April 15, 2021April 15, 2021Jeremy KelseyRoofing If you’re responsible for taking care of a commercial facility, or managing residential properties, then you must be aware about how important it is to take care of a roofing system. After all, the roofing system is one of the most important investments an individual can make, but is also regularly neglected. This component’s importance […] READ MORE
Leading Causes of Commercial Roofing Damage April 14, 2021April 14, 2021Jeremy KelseyRoofing Keeping your commercial roofing system in great condition is vital to the smooth operation of your business. After all, it ensures the safety, comfort and health of its occupants. When your commercial roof encounters damage, you should call on a certified roofing company immediately to assist you with your concerns. In this post, the top roofing contractor, […] READ MORE
The Downspout Extender, Part 1: Protect Your Home From the Threat of Basement Flooding April 13, 2021April 5, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutters Would you be surprised to learn that one of the most effective ways to prevent basement flooding is with a simple piece of guttering known as a downspout extender? For many homes, this additional section added onto their gutter system lengthens the downspout enough to provide the perfect solution to chronically damp basements and crawl […] READ MORE
Small Home Upgrades With Big Payoffs April 8, 2021April 12, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutters Home upgrades don’t always have to be expensive. Believe it or not, there are simple modifications that you can do to your home without burning a hole in your pocket. Furthermore, these projects can even give you a big payoff when they are done right. Below are some minor home upgrades that you might want […] READ MORE
The Many Benefits of Gutter Protection Systems April 7, 2021April 5, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutter Protection The main function of gutters is to direct the flow of water away from your house. Not only do they provide additional protection for your roof, gutters also help protect your landscaping and your home’s foundation. As time goes by, your gutters can begin to experience problems such as clogging and leakage. In order to […] READ MORE
April Showers Bring … Overflowing Gutters? April 1, 2021April 5, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutter Maintenance After a long winter, most everyone looks forward to the warmer weather of spring, brightly colored flowers and beautiful greenery. However, along with spring comes the need for routine home maintenance, especially with regard to your gutter system. Winters are hard on gutters. During particularly hard winters, they can become loaded down with heavy ice […] READ MORE
Save Energy & Cut Costs With a Retractable Awning March 22, 2021March 9, 2021Jeremy KelseyHome & Garden, Lifestyle Did you know heat entering your home through window glass is responsible for an estimated 20% of the load on your air conditioner? An excellent way to combat unwanted solar heat gain is by installing a retractable awning. It’s more effective at preventing solar radiation from penetrating glass than window films and tinted glass. READ MORE
Don’t Forget Spring Gutter Cleaning March 15, 2021March 9, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutter Maintenance, Gutters With all the activities and home maintenance chores that come with spring, it’s easy to forget (or procrastinate) gutter cleaning. However, it’s crucial that you don’t ignore this important task! If you don’t check for damage and clear out any dirt and debris that have accumulated in the gutters since the last cleaning, you could […] READ MORE
4 Tips for a Healthy Roof March 8, 2021March 9, 2021Jeremy KelseyRoofing If you want to start the new year off right, be sure to check your roof and make sure it’s in top condition. After all, maintaining your roof is much less expensive than having to pay for repairs or even a premature roof replacement! To keep your roof healthy, strong and prevent minor issues from […] READ MORE
Spring Home Maintenance: What You Need to Know March 1, 2021March 9, 2021Jeremy KelseyHome Maintenance After a long, cold winter, the arrival of spring is a welcome change. One aspect of spring that’s not quite so enjoyable, however, is the long list of home maintenance tasks that comes with it. As unenjoyable as these chores might be, it’s necessary that they be completed in a timely manner in order to […] READ MORE
Gutter Helmet®: The Permanent Solution to Gutter Cleaning Dilemmas February 16, 2021February 4, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutter Protection As they consider gutter protection options, homeowners always ask us if Gutter Helmet® is warranted. We want the world to know that yes, Gutter Helmet is warranted for life! We weren’t exaggerating when we created the following slogan: Never Clean Your Gutters Again®. We guarantee that once you put this innovative product on your gutters, […] READ MORE
Do Home Depot & Lowe’s Have the Best Gutter Guards? February 9, 2021February 4, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutter Protection Big-box home improvement stores offer a variety of gutter protection options. We surveyed the gutter protection products offered at two of the most popular home improvement centers around the country. Below we share what we found. READ MORE
Avoid the 5 Most Dangerous Gutter Cleaning Mistakes February 2, 2021February 4, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutter Protection The sight of people falling off of ladders, roofs and other high places is often used for comic relief on TV and in the movies. Unfortunately, in real life, these situations aren’t at all funny. There are far too many things that can go wrong when homeowners attempt to clean their gutters without taking the […] READ MORE
How Gutters Can Affect Your Home’s Foundation February 2, 2021February 4, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutters Gutters play a huge part in protecting your home’s foundation. Having a quality gutter system helps ensure that runoff from rain and snowmelt is directed safely away from your house. From the gutters, water is channeled into a downspout, which directs it safely away from the foundation. Be sure that your downspout deposits it at […] READ MORE
More Than Just Talk: Our Top Gutter Helmet®️ Reviews January 25, 2021January 7, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutter Helmet® It’s one thing to advertise that you have a great product and satisfied customers, but it’s quite another to be able to prove it with excellent reviews. READ MORE
Understanding the Differences Between Zigzag Heating Cables & Helmet Heat® January 19, 2021January 7, 2021Jeremy KelseyHelmet Heat® In a previous blog, we discussed the different options for keeping winter ice off your roof. We also explained why Helmet Heat® is the best of the bunch among gutter heating systems. Here’s more on this important topic for homeowners. READ MORE
In the Dead of Winter, Helmet Heat® Protects Homes Across the Country January 11, 2021January 7, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutters It’s time to get serious about winter. We know you’re probably still wrapped up in the activities of the season, such as putting away Christmas decorations, playing with new gadgets and staying cozy inside. But winter has only just begun, which means many more weeks of winter weather that can bring potential trouble to your […] READ MORE
5 Deicing Options for Roofs & How They Rate January 5, 2021January 11, 2021Jeremy KelseyHelmet Heat®, Uncategorized Ice is one of the biggest nuisances for homeowners in the winter. Whether it creates slick sidewalks or icicles hanging from the gutters, ice poses a serious threat to your home and to your safety, as well as that of your family. Ice that builds up along the roofline and in the gutters can lead […] READ MORE
Should You Salt Your Gutters? December 22, 2020December 9, 2020Jeremy KelseyGutters Some homeowners swear by salting their gutters, saying it’s an easy way to break up ice dams in the winter. Other people will tell you that the salt causes unfavorable side effects. Here, we weigh the pros and cons. READ MORE
