Homeowners Blog
Traditional gutters have a long history, dating back to the Indus Valley civilization between 3000 BC and 1500 BC. However, for practical purposes, let’s fast forward to the 1940s when the modern-day traditional gutter, known as the K-Style gutter, was invented by Art Knudson.
If you live in a region with pine trees, particularly in Colorado, you are likely familiar with the challenge of pine needles bunching up and clogging your gutters. These long, slender needles are notorious for causing blockages, leading to water overflow, gutter damage,
Gutters are an often overlooked but vital part of your home’s defense system. They channel rainwater away from your roof and foundation, protecting your home from water damage. However, like any other part of your home, gutters can wear out over time and may
First of all, any sort of foam product that you put in your gutter to prevent clogging will need to be removed, power washed, and reinstalled every few years. It is the same for any brush-style product containing bristles. The foam absorbs the water
Here in Colorado, it all starts with a clogged elbow in a dinky little 2”x3” downspout you forgot to clean out last October or a clog in your underground drain from all the grit that washed off your shingles over the summer. The first
What type of underground drain do you have? Is the pipe made of black corrugated (ribbed) plastic or smooth PVC? Can you see the end of the pipe or is it buried? Is it designed to evacuate the water at the end of