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Gutter Maintenance Tips #17 – Protect Your Eyes

By rempferconstruction
Jun-9-2015
Damage Prevention, Gutters
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Protect Your Eyes Cleaning out gutter on your own is no easy task. There are certain precautions that you will need to take to ensure your safety, such as using proper ladder safety. Protecting your eyes is another precaution to take. It may seem like silly advice but wearing goggles while cleaning out your gutters can help your protect your eyes from debris that may fall out or coat the air during the cleaning process. You need to remember that not only debris and leaves fall in your gutters. Animal waste and other pollen/waste can find it’s way into your gutters as well. Hopefully you are wearing gloves, especially if there is an open wound on your hand. Bacteria thrives in this environment. If you do not want to hassle with these precautions, please hire a professional to do it for you. It will not only make it easier for you but save your time as well. For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and make sure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Construction and Maintenance, damage, Debris, gutter cleaning, Gutter Guard, Gutter Guards, Gutters, Gutters and Guards, Home repair, injury prevention, Lynchburg Virginia, Materials and Supplies, Rain gutter, summer, Virginia

Gutter Maintenance Tips #16 – Practice Ladder Safety

By rempferconstruction
Jun-3-2015
Damage Prevention, Gutters
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Practice Ladder Safety As a homeowner who cleans gutters on your own, it’s important to practice ladder safety. One fall can lead to a devastating injury. We always suggest using a professional, especially if your gutters are two stories and up. It’s not only easier for you but safer, but if you are a DIYer then please review proper ladder safety rules. The American Ladder Institute has great guidelines and links to OSHA ladder safety rules and tips. ( Link ) Below is our 7 steps to ladder safety infographic. It’s always a good idea to check these 7 steps when climbing a ladder. For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and make sure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Charlottesville Virginia, Construction and Maintenance, Debris, gutter cleaning, Gutter Guard, Gutter Guards, Gutters and Guards, Home repair, injury prevention, Lynchburg Virginia, Materials and Supplies, Rain gutter, summer, Virginia

10 Quick Tips About Your Gutters

By rempferconstruction
Jun-1-2015
Damage Prevention, Fast Fact, Gutters
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10 Quick Tips About Your Gutters Gutters are an important part of your home. They help gather rain water and direct it away from your home and foundation. We have 10 Quick Tips About Your Gutters and how to keep them in working order. 1. Clean and unclog your gutters A LEAST twice a year, once in the spring and once in the fall. This ensure that your gutters will not malfunction creating costly repairs and headaches. If you live in an area where there are more trees you may want to invest in gutter guards or clean them out more frequently! 2. Always make sure that your downspouts are unclogged and that they are carrying water out and away from your home’s foundation. 3. Seamless gutters have less seams ( the only seams are at corners) and therefore have smaller chances to leak. 4. Mold, water stains or discoloration of areas around gutters indicate a need for cleaning or repair. 5. In the winter months, it’s important to have clean gutters because clogged gutters can make ice dams form or become a bigger problem, since water is backing up. 6. If you clean your gutters yourself, make sure to use proper ladder safety! 7. Standing water is a breeding ground for mosquitoes! 8. If you neglect your gutters for too long, all the weight for the debris will cause your gutters to sag and pull away from your home. This can lead to damages if they fall from your home! 9. Seamless gutters can be made of aluminum, galvanized steel or copper. 10. After cleaning all the debris from your gutters, make sure to use a garden hose to rinse out your gutters and check for leaks in the downspouts! Do not use a power washer, this can cause damage to your gutters or other parts of the home. Another tips that we tell our customers is to never climb on a ladder if you are not completely comfortable with it. This can lead to a bad injury! For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Gutters & Guards experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and make sure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Construction and Maintenance, damage, Debris, Downspout, fall gutter cleaning, gutter cleaning, Gutter Guard, Gutter Guards, Gutters, Gutters and Guards, Home repair, injury prevention, leak, Lynchburg Virginia, Materials and Supplies, Rain, Rain gutter, summer, Virginia, Water damage

Fascia Replacement: How To Tell

By rempferconstruction
May-18-2015
Damage Prevention, Gutters, Roofing, Soffit & Fascia
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Fascia Replacement: How To Tell Fascia Replacement: How To Tell when your fascia needs replaced. Have you noticed that your gutters are sagging or setting out AWAY from your home? This can be a sign that your fascia has rotted. The fascia board become spongy and stays wet. It can allow your gutter hangers to become loose causing gutters to pull away from house. If you think that this is your problem, please call a professional to take a look as well. Typically when we do work on your gutters we’ll let you know if your fascia is in need of replacement because it can cause damage to your gutters! The products we use to replace old wooden fascia with Cellular PVC trim. Celluar PVC Trim treated like wood but do not rot. You can paint to match color of home or keep them white to give your home a defined look. Contact us to learn more about the different types we offer. For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Gutters & Guards experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and make sure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Charlottesville Virginia, Construction and Maintenance, Debris, Downspout, fascia, fascia repair, gutter cleaning, Gutter Guard, Gutter Guards, Gutters, Gutters and Guards, Home repair, injury prevention, Lynchburg Virginia, Materials and Supplies, Rain gutter, spring, Virginia

Gutter Maintenance Tips #9 – Clean Leaves From Roof

By rempferconstruction
Apr-22-2015
Damage Prevention, Gutters, Roofing
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Clean Leaves From Roof When it comes to cleaning your gutters there are a few things you need to do BEFORE you start. The biggest task you need to tackle is clean leaves from roof. If you don’t clean your roof from all debris that same debris can get in your gutters and undo all that hard work you put into cleaning them out. There are a few different techniques you can try if you are not hiring a professional. Chances are leaves are in your valleys if you have a lot of trees. If you leave them on your roof they will trap moisture and eventually decompose. This can lead to weeds and possible leaks. You can use a leaf blower to get them off your roof but PLEASE use caution and safe practices. Wet leaves make it more difficult. Another option is using a water hose but we warn you not to use a power washer. A power washer has too much force and can damage shingles. If this seems unsafe to you please call a professional. For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Gutters & Guards experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and make sure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Charlottesville Virginia, Construction and Maintenance, damage, Debris, gutter cleaning, Gutter Guard, Gutter Guards, Gutters, Gutters and Guards, injury prevention, Lynchburg Virginia, Materials and Supplies, Rain gutter, Roof, spring, Virginia, Water damage

Preparing For Spring Gutter Cleaning

By rempferconstruction
Feb-19-2015
Damage Prevention, Gutters
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Preparing For Spring Gutter Cleaning It’s almost that time again. With winter coming to a close, it’s time to get those spring projects ready to go. An important task like gutter cleaning should be on that list, along with all the other spring cleaning to-do’s such as lawn seeding and prepping your flower beds. The big question that you may find yourself asking is: DIY or hire a professional (a guide to see if you are willing to DIY). Once you figure out which path you plan on taking, we have a guide on what to do next. Preparing For Spring Gutter Cleaning is an easy job but here are some steps on how to get the ball rolling. Remember if you have any repair work make sure you are fully equipt to handle the job. If the repairs are too difficult or dangerous ( in a high spot), we urge you to please call a professional. It’s not worth the risk. If you must DIY please take advantage of our ladder safety 101 guide (guide 2). If you are looking for a gutter maintenance and cleaning specialist please contact us! For a free estimate on gutter installation, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and make sure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Charlottesville Virginia, Construction and Maintenance, damage, Debris, fall gutter cleaning, gutter cleaning, Gutter Guard, Gutter Guards, Gutters, Gutters and Guards, injury prevention, Lynchburg Virginia, Materials and Supplies, Rain gutter, spring, Spring cleaning, Virginia, winter

Salt & Snow Removal

By rempferconstruction
Feb-3-2015
Damage Prevention
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Salt & Snow Removal This time of year snow removal is a common task for a homeowner. It can mean getting up early to clear the walkway and driveway to removing snow from your roof. Using salt to melt ice is a go to solution for most homeowners when it comes to melting ice from your porch, but using it on a regular basis during the winter months can cause pits in the cement used for walkways, steps and other concreted areas. It will eventually cause it to crack or cause potholes in the surface. If you get too much around the metal of your railing or patio furniture, it can cause corrosion to take place. Using too much salt for snow removal can also be harmful to the nearby streams and lakes. So it’s important to use salt sparingly. There are 3 easy steps to cut back on the amount of salt used when clearing walkways. Shovel the snow first to removal all of the light, fluffy snow. Then shovel again, using the shovel to break up chunks of ice. If there are still slippery spots that cannot be removed with simple shoveling, use salt to melt ice or another type of de-icer to remove ice. An important factor to remember is that salt stops working ( as a de-icer ) at 15 degrees (fahrenheit). So other methods will need to be used. Sand can be used to create traction on walkways. After all the snow has melted and dried up sweep up all of the excess salt to prevent it from going into the water ways and to use it again. It’s also important to clean the large amount of snow from your roof to prevent ice dams and too much strain on your roof. For more information about rooftop snow removal please view a previous post on the subject. For a free estimate on gutter installation, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and ensure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Construction and Maintenance, Home repair, ice, injury prevention, Lynchburg Virginia, Materials and Supplies, Virginia, Weather, winter

Winter Curb Appeal

By rempferconstruction
Jan-16-2015
Damage Prevention, Gutters, Inspiration
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Winter Curb Appeal Winter-time is usually when you are not thinking about curb appeal and thinking more about how is my house handling this weather. We suggest that you think about both. You can do small little things to keep your home looking great when there is a foot of snow in your yard. Below is a few different suggestions to help you get your home looking great this winter. Keep Your Pathways & Walkways Clear Slipping can be a dangerous thing to happen in the winter. Making sure that you always have plenty of de-icer and a snow shovel handy is important for making this happen and keeping your walkways pedestrian safe. You can also see if your gutters are leaking. If you see a slick spot (or happen to find one) this will let you know that your gutters may have a problem that needs to be addressed when it’s warmer. Take a photo so you want to remember the spot when it gets warmer. It not only gives your home some great winter curb appeal; it keeps your family safe. Exterior Lighting This can be an important part of keeping around your home safe. Since the days are shorter and it gets darker earlier, it’s a pretty smart investment when it comes to safety around the home. There are lots of different ideas to choose from when it comes to exterior lighting. We really like this idea (link). It gives this home almost a fairy-tale look. If whimsical isn’t your style there are also some really great lighting hardware that can bring light to your home while keeping a more conservative look.We suggest something more modern and sleek, such as this (link) Whatever you choose you can rest knowing that your home is a little more safer when you can see where you’re going. Winter Decor Add a festive wreath to your entry door, or decorating your empty flower boxes with a seasonal flowers. Using evergreens and other fake plants would be easier to manage especially when the temperature drops down into those brisk/cold days. Though this is more of a holiday design it could last all year-long. (link) If that isn’t something you’d want to keep all winter long you can add a bird house or something else to keep your flower box full during the winter months (link). Don’t forget about a wreath. Wreaths are a fast and creative way to add curb appeal and charm to your home. We found a fantastic guide with over 35+ different wreath ideas that range from holiday to just winter themed. (link) To learn more about winter curb appeal please visit our pinterest board Outdoor Decor. For a free estimate on heated gutter guards, adding regular gutter guards or gutter repairs, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and ensure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Construction and Maintenance, curb appeal, Gutter Guard, Gutter Guards, Gutters, Gutters and Guards, ice, injury prevention, leak, Lynchburg Virginia, Materials and Supplies, Rain gutter, Virginia, Weather, winter

Winter Ladder Safety

By rempferconstruction
Dec-8-2014
Gutter Guards, Gutters
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Winter Ladder Safety Winter Ladder Safety. This time of the year, we hope you have already had your gutters cleaned but for those who are still working on it we have a few ladder safety tips to make sure that your experience is safe as possible. The most important rule is to NEVER try and do work when it’s wet and slippery.Climbing on ladders can be very dangerous when the weather conditions are rainy, misty or snowy. Get down immediately if high winds, rain, snow or other inclement weather begins. Winds can blow you off the ladder and rain or snow can make both the rungs and the ground slippery. Use ladders with slip-resistant feet and wear clean, dry and slip-resistant shoes when climbing a ladder. When you climb, always face the ladder and grip the rungs to climb – not the side rails. Always keep three points of contact on the ladder whether two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand. When climbing, keep your hips between the side rails and do not lean too far or overreach. Re-position the ladder closer to the work instead. If you have to use a step ladder near a doorway, lock or barricade the door and post signs so no one will open it and knock you off the ladder. A straight or extension ladder should be placed one foot away from the surface it rests against for every four feet of ladder height. When you climb, always face the ladder and grip the rungs to climb – not the side rails. Always keep three points of contact on the ladder whether two hands and one foot, or two feet and one hand. When putting up holiday decorations, always use the proper step stool or ladder to reach high places. Don’t stand on chairs, desks or other furniture. When climbing, keep your hips between the side rails and do not lean too far or overreach. Re-position the ladder closer to the work instead. Other quick tips to remember: Keep large pets such as dogs inside or on a rope far away from the ladder. Do not use a ladder in the wind. Do not drink before or while climbing the ladder. Avoid using medication that makes you drowsy before climbing on the ladder. Never climb above the third rail from the top of a ladder. For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repairs or adding gutter guards, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and ensure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Charlottesville Virginia, Construction and Maintenance, Debris, Downspout, fall, fall gutter cleaning, fall weather, Gutter Guard, Gutter Guards, Gutters, Gutters and Guards, Home repair, injury prevention, Lynchburg Virginia, Materials and Supplies, Rain gutter, Virginia, winter

What Causes Icicles On Gutters?

By rempferconstruction
Dec-4-2014
Damage Prevention, Gutter Guards, Gutters, Roofing
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What Causes Icicles On Gutters? What Causes Icicles On Gutters? This is a question that is often asked when you see them on your roof-line. After a big snowstorm, the snow that remains on your roof (because of the temperature and slope) will start to slowly melt and then it refreeze into icicles. Icicles caused by many different reasons: inadequate insulation house air leakage into from the attic through thermal bypasses improper house ventilation Icicles influenced by the structure of the house, weather conditions, and the color of your roof. If you have an older home, it’s important to keep your insulation and ventilation up to date. Ways to reduce the chances of bad icicles and ice dams is by proper air sealing around your roof-line and attic, high levels of insulation, and adequate ventilation in your home. You can also have a roof rake to rake large amounts of snow off of your roof. If you already have ice dams and icicles on your roof then there isn’t too much you can do. DO NOT try and remove the icicles by chipping away at them. It’s a hazard to both your roof and gutters not to mention if they fall the could damage something on the way down. Plus it’s not safe to be chipping on top of a ladder. What you can do to reduce the ice dam on your roof is using a melt sock. To learn more about raking snow and snow melting , we have a post that sets out the pros and cons of each method. If your roof or gutters are damaged by the stress of snow and icicles, please give a professional (like Gutters & Guards,Inc ) a call and we’ll be happy to help you get your roof and gutters back into working order. For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repairs or adding gutter guards, call us today! Gutter s& Guards experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and ensure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

Tags: Charlottesville Virginia, Construction and Maintenance, Gutter Guard, Gutter Guards, Gutters, Gutters and Guards, Home repair, ice, injury prevention, Lynchburg Virginia, Rain gutter, Virginia, Weather, winter

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