There’s something very quaint and rustic about a moss-covered roof, like something out of a fairy tale. Unfortunately, the damage that moss can cause to your roof and shingles is genuine. Moss can degrade pretty much any surface that you have on your top, from wood to concrete. As moss grows on your roof, it…
Seamless Gutters Installation If you are into aluminum gutters, you will have the option of purchasing section gutters or seamless gutters. While they were only available in sections initially, you can now precisely measure the roof’s length and get one seamless piece. This ensures that the gutters connect carefully to the adjacent one. The setup…
The term gutters may not be the most interesting, but they are indeed important unless you are wishing for a drought. It’s vital to have good quality gutters to protect your roof and ensure the water drains out properly. Copper gutters have become a new trend these days, and people are looking at it as a piece…
While it is vital to clean your gutters at regular intervals, sometimes during these intervals, you may want to inspect your gutters to ensure it is clear of leaves and debris. If you don’t do this, you may be unpleasantly surprised by visitors you don’t want to have around your house or living in your gutters. Mosquitos…
The festive season is a happy time, and everyone wants to express their joy by lighting up the exterior of their home gutters. When you have gutters around your roof, it often gets tricky maintaining it and decorating around it. While some people choose to stick the lights on the gutters using duct tape, we…
Living in Portland, we’re so used to the constant rain that we hardly notice it anymore, at least until it starts hailing. Then everyone ducks for cover and heads for the nearest shelter. Hail has been known to damage cars, people, and homes, pelting your roofing and facade. But did you know your gutters are…
Here at Gutter Empire, we know that sometimes gutters can seem like more trouble than they’re worth. But if your gutters are causing you constant headaches, then it might be a sign that you need to make a change. Install Seamless Gutters Unlike conventional, non-seamless gutters, seamless gutters are manufactured as single pieces. This reduces…
Clogged gutters are a bigger problem than you think. After all, is it really that big of a deal if your gutters don’t drain as quickly as they used to? You better believe it is! Clogged gutters can’t carry water away from your house. Instead, they overflow, spreading water damage throughout your house. Your fascia…
Everyone knows gutters inevitably get clogged with leaves, branches, mulch, and other debris. But those aren’t the only hazards that can end up trapped in your home’s gutters if you’re not careful. Dangerous and aggressive pests like bees, wasps, and hornets can infest your gutters, potentially posing a risk to any outdoor activities around your…
Gutter guards claim to protect the gutter system on the home, reducing damage and the need for expensive cleaning. Most homeowners ask if gutter guards protect the gutters and if they’re worth the costs as they consider the addition. If you reside in Portland, installing gutter guards is a favorable decision you’ll value for many…