5 Things to Look For in Your Gutter Protection System October 22, 2018 If you’ve decided that you never want to clean your gutters again, you have two choices: either plan on paying someone to do it regularly, or invest in gutter guards. In the end, most homeowners decide that gutter guards are the most economical and effective option. Whether you’re looking for the best gutter guards for […] Read More
7 Ways to Mosquito-Proof Your Yard This Summer July 5, 2018November 20, 2018Jeremy KelseyGutter Maintenance Your backyard can be a great place for kids to play and to entertain, except when there are mosquitoes. Nothing ruins time outside faster than being bitten by these pests. Of course, you can spray repellent on yourself, but a better solution is to do what you can to deter mosquitoes from making your yard […] READ MORE
How to Inspect the Exterior of Your Home March 2, 2018December 26, 2018Jeremy KelseyHome Maintenance Proper preventive maintenance is essential in extending the life of any of your possessions; this is especially true when it comes to homeownership. People who neglect this task and fail to regularly maintain their homes usually end up having to pay for expensive emergency repairs. For the most part, spending a little money now will […] READ MORE
Hanging Gutters? Get Advice from the Pros April 1, 2013September 9, 2019Jeremy KelseyGutters, Uncategorized If you think that hanging gutters yourself instead of hiring a contractor to do it will save you money, then more power to you. But don’t take this job lightly; improperly-hung gutters can cause numerous problems that will require more time and effort to fix. To help you get it done right the first time, […] READ MORE
9 Photos of Homes Hit by Lightning September 19, 2012September 9, 2019Jeremy KelseyGutter Maintenance, Gutter Protection, Gutters, Uncategorized There are plenty of steps that homeowners can take to protect their homes from the elements. They can do everything from putting up gutters to installing storm windows to mounting snow guards. But one aspect of Mother Nature that’s difficult to guard against is lightning strikes. Even homes with lightning protection systems aren’t guaranteed to […] READ MORE
The Latest Tools on the Gutter Cleaning Scene September 13, 2012April 20, 2020Jeremy KelseyGutters, Uncategorized The Latest Tools on the Gutter Cleaning Scene Companies are always trying to come up with better ways to help people clean their gutters. Some of them invent new products or upgrade old ones. Other companies garner feedback on their existing products to make sure that customers are satisfied with their efficacy. But customer needs […] READ MORE
5 True-Life Stories of Gutters Gone Wrong May 21, 2012September 9, 2019Jeremy KelseyGutter Maintenance, Gutter Protection, Gutters, Uncategorized Image: everythinggutter.blogspot.com You know that a reality television program is going to be exciting if you can imagine its title with an exclamation point on the end of it. Like “Mega Disasters!” Or “Wildest Police Chases!” Or maybe “When Animals Attack!” Or how about “Hogs Gone Wild!” (Yes, all of these are or were real/ice-dam-prevention/ […] READ MORE
When a Gutter Cleaner Becomes a Good Samaritan April 24, 2012February 4, 2019Jeremy KelseyGutter Maintenance, Gutter Protection, Gutters, Uncategorized Every day across America, there are countless stories about people helping those who are less fortunate than themselves. Individuals and companies alike often give money, donate products or services, or volunteer their time to raise money for worthy causes. But sometimes, the most caring gesture that someone can perform for someone in need is to […] READ MORE
The 8 Most Creative Custom Gutters January 30, 2012September 9, 2019Jeremy KelseyGutter Maintenance, Gutter Protection, Gutters You may not be aware of this, but gutter systems have a long and storied history of combining fashion with function. The most obvious example were gargoyles, whose presence on buildings and churches did more than just ward off evil spirits or improve the structures’ appearances; they also strategically hid the drainage downspouts from the […] READ MORE