Don't forget the façade when the seasons change. PC Photography/Getty Images The spring season falls between late March and early June. That’s the perfect time of year to declutter and deep clean your ...

When it comes to cleaning, most of our efforts are focused on the inside of our homes – scrubbing sinks, floors, and tiles until they shine. However, the exterior of our homes, particularly the ...

If you’re in spring-cleaning mode, it’s important to devote some attention to the outside of your house as well as the inside. One of the most critical home maintenance tasks that should never be ...

Spring is the season to tackle many home improvement projects like planting new flowers and painting the exterior of your house, thanks to the warmer weather and longer daylight hours. While fall is ...

Clogged gutters can lead to basement flooding and foundation damage. A large, old maple tree overhanging the house was removed due to safety concerns. Despite the tree's removal, debris still clogs ...

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Does every house in the Midwest need rain gutters? Does every house in the Midwest that has rain gutters have them properly installed, maintained and protected? The answers are “Yes,” “No,“ "No” and ...

Infrequent rainstorms make gutters an afterthought for many Southern California homeowners. Rain or not, gutters need regular maintenance in order to function properly and last the duration of their ...

Gutters serve a vital purpose by preventing water damage around your home. While they're mostly out of sight, they shouldn't be out of mind, as gutters can easily become clogged or damaged, which can ...

Now is a great time to think about giving the exterior of your home a good cleaning. Winter snow, spring rains, mold, mildew and animals (of both the pet and pest variety) can take their toll on the ...

The spring season falls between late March and early June. That’s the perfect time of year to declutter and deep clean your home. However, most of the focus tends to be on the interior rather than the ...