#gutter-maintenance

#gutter-maintenance

Cluttered Gutters: Leaves accumulating in gutters can lead to roof damage and foundation issues. Clear out gutters, inspect for damage, and ensure proper drainage. Clogged Cleanouts: Leaves entering cleanouts can cause water flow backups. Regular inspection, drain snaking, and maintaining cleanout caps are crucial to prevent plumbing issues. Unclean Sump Pump: Debris in the sump pump's filter screen can cause clogs and standing water. Regular visual inspections and maintenance are necessary to ensure the sump pump functions correctly.

Accidentally letting your pipes freeze can result in hundreds of dollars' worth of home repairs. The solution? "Insulate exposed pipes in crawlspaces, garages, and exterior walls with foam sleeves," suggests Justin Cornforth from Ace Home Co. Or, if you don't have foam sleeves, Cornforth also says that you can "[use] heat tape to prevent them from freezing." Not only are these foam covers great for helping insulate pipes, but they'll even work to keep pipes from developing condensation during the summer. Each one is pre-slit so that they're ready to be installed right out of the box - and the self-sealing edges make them easy to secure in place.