The Chicago area receives 35.82 inches of rainfall a year. That’s less than Seattle at 37.19 but Seattle’s rain is mostly gentle and over a long period. According to the Chicago Tribune, Chicago’s rain is so intense that it is more likely to cause floods.
When the rain falls, do you have blockages in your rain gutter? They may need cleaning? Read on for spring cleaning tips for getting your gutters clean.
Continue reading “Fall Cleaning Tips: How to Clean Your Gutter Right”Are you wondering how often should you clean your gutters? Well, you’re in the right place, so wonder no longer.
In premise, the answer to that question is highly variable, and the most obvious approach to cleaning gutters is when they are dirty. However, what constitutes dirty gutters, and what other elements can damage their integrity?
In this article, we will cover all of that and much more.
So get your gear ready and keep reading to learn more.
Continue reading “How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters?”When it comes to completing home chores, it’s surprising how many people get some of them wrong. That is especially true with window cleaning. All too often, people go into window washing with the best intentions not knowing how to clean windows. They see the dust and grime that’s built up over the season and long for a crystal clear, streak-free window.
The result usually comes out somewhere in between clear and streaked or spotted windows. Today, we’re going to provide some tips on how to clean windows like a pro.
With these tips, you’ll never go back to the old way. We promise.
Continue reading “How to Clean Windows: Technique Tips and Best Products”A deck can add a lot of value to your home… but only if it’s in good condition.
An old, splintering deck can do more harm to your home than good. But just because your deck is old doesn’t mean it’s past saving. Deck restoration can make your deck look as good as new.
However, this might not be a job you should try to do on your own. Hiring a professional might be a better choice.
If you’re trying to decide whether or not to DIY, we’ve put together this guide to help you weigh the pros and cons of each option. So let’s get started!
Continue reading “Should Deck Restoration Be Done by a Professional?”As the saying goes, April showers bring May flowers. In Chicago, we should be thinking more about August showers, since August gets the most rain per year on average!
If you don’t prepare your gutters for the Chicago summer storms, you may face a few problems that are much harder to tackle.
Fortunately, gutter cleaning is both cost-effective and easy with the help of professional gutter cleaning services!
Read on for the top 5 benefits of gutter cleaning and spare yourself some expensive issues down the line.
Continue reading “5 Big Benefits of Gutter Cleaning This Summer”Do you have a deck on your home, or are you thinking about having one built? This can really enhance your outdoor living space and add value to your home.
Having a deck professionally installed will run you about $31 a square foot. It’s an excellent investment, but you’ll want to make sure that you take good care of it so that it lasts for years.
Continue reading “Deck Maintenance: How Power Washing and Care Extends a Deck’s Lifespan”Spring is the time of year when many of us begin to clean out our closets, organize the garage, and generally freshen up our homes. But spring cleaning should not be limited to our home’s interiors, this season, add the exterior of your home to your spring cleaning list.
The exterior of our homes and other structures on our property can take quite a beating over the long cold winter months. Exposure to snow, ice, and wind can begin to degrade our homes roofing, siding, windows, and decking materials.
Continue reading “Spring Clean Like A Pro With My Window Washing”There are more than 2.7 million people living in and around Chicago. Each one of them has a home, which provides shelter and comfort all year round.
However, to really enjoy your home you need to keep it in good shape. Often people think about home maintenance being about plumbing or roofing repairs. But your windows are equally important.
Keeping them clean and checking them regularly ensures that your home stays light and secure. This is why, when it comes to window and glass cleaning, it is a good idea to consider using a professional service. Want to know more?
Then you’re in the right place! Read on to find out how a professional cleaning team can help and when you should consider using one to clean your windows.
Continue reading “When Should You Consider a Professional Glass Cleaning Service?”A mold-covered, mildewy home is far less likely to sell than a pristine, freshly-painted one. Yet, climbing onto a ladder to scrub hard-to-reach places is no homeowner’s idea of a relaxing weekend. Fortunately, the extended reach and spray of a pressure washer can blast away dirt and grime. This leaves you with a squeaky-clean home that’s bound to impress potential buyers.
House pressure washing isn’t a complicated process. And, it’s one of the most environmentally-conscious ways of cleaning a home’s exterior. Residents can enjoy improved health after pressure washing their homes. They can also enjoy increased property values. Keep reading to discover some of the most astounding benefits of an outside house cleaning.
Continue reading “7 Important Benefits of House Pressure Washing (And the Ugly Consequences If You Don’t)”Spring is a time of renewal, with the warmer weather and longer hours of daylight, homeowners emerge from their winter dens to survey their kingdoms. Our home’s exteriors and other outdoor structures tell the story of the long cold months with their layers of grime and molds that enjoyed the time in the dark, cold months.
Continue reading “Spring Cleaning Tips For Home Exteriors”
