Why It Is Important To STILL Clean Your Gutters If There Are No Trees Around Your Home!!
You have NO Trees Around Your Home. Literally ZERO. Then why is it still important to clean your gutters? When most homeowners think about cleaning their gutters, they immediately think about leaves and other debris from nearby trees. If there are no trees around the house, it can seem logical to assume that gutter cleaning […]
Old School Weatherstripping
One of my favorite types of weatherstripping is also one of the oldest. It is the traditional metal interlocking weatherstripping that was commonly used on older homes. If you have ever looked closely at an old wood entry door and noticed metal strips running around the edge of the door and the jamb, you may […]
Is It Okay for Your Wood Siding to Touch Your Roof Shingles?
Wood siding and roof shingles have to meet somewhere, but they do not necessarily have to be touching. In fact, leaving a little space between them can make a big difference in how well the siding holds up over time. Wood siding should not be installed so that it rests directly on, or touches, roof […]
What Is A Portico?
You have probably passed by one a thousand times without really noticing it – or knowing what it was called! It is a common architectural feature that can add character, protection, and a sense of importance to the entrance of a home or building. It is called a portico. A portico is a covered entrance […]
What Does It Mean When Your Copper Piping Starts To Turn Green?
It is not unusual for me to be at a client’s home and notice that some part of their copper piping is starting to turn green. What exactly does this mean? Copper pipes are strong and can last for many years, but they still react with their surroundings. That green color is usually a sign […]
Why Is Water Pouring OVER My Gutter System?
If water is pouring over your gutters, the problem is not always a clogged gutter. Many homeowners assume overflowing water means leaves or debris are blocking the system. Others immediately conclude that their gutters were installed incorrectly or that the gutters are simply too small. While those problems can certainly occur, they are far from […]
Is Your Kitty Litter Box Giving You The ‘Ick’?!?
Many cat owners love their furry friends, but nobody enjoys staring at a litter box every day. The smell can spread, the sight is unpleasant, and guests may wonder why it sits in plain view. Fortunately, a little creativity can make this necessary part of pet ownership almost disappear. With thoughtful planning, you can keep […]
Why Is The Roof Cleaner Below My Chimney?
Have you ever looked at a roof and noticed that the shingles below a chimney sometimes appear much cleaner than the shingles around them? It is an interesting thing to spot once you know to look for it. A roof may have dark streaks, green growth, or what many people refer to as mold and […]
Shiplap
Shiplap is a type of wooden board that has a special groove cut along its edges so each board overlaps the next one. This overlapping design helps create a tight fit and gives walls or ceilings a clean, lined appearance. Long ago, shiplap was commonly used on barns, sheds, and even ships because the overlapping […]
Why Do People Have Lions In Front Of Their Homes?
Recently, while walking down a street in Fall River, Massachusetts, I couldn’t help but notice that many homeowners had placed ornamental lion statues on either side of the entrances to their yards. This is something in certain areas that is surprisingly common. Many people also wonder why these stone or concrete lions are almost always […]
