Homeowners often wonder whether home repairs are really necessary; while gutters are fairly invisible, some people may wonder whether gutters themselves are necessary. Learn why most homes should have gutters–and who can omit gutters–to preserve the integrity of the home.
In most homes across the U.S., gutters are very important–and are not optional.
Consider the job of gutters, which is to […]
If your basement has a leak, the origin may come as a surprise: It could be your roof gutters contributing to the problem. Learn how clogged gutters cause basement leaks and what you can do about it.
If you don’t clean out gutters, drainage can become blocked with wet leaves, twigs, and other debris. Just like your sink gets standing water when there’s something blocking the drain, your gutters will stay full of […]
Hiring a contractor is one of the most important decisions you’ll make as a homeowner, yet few people have experience with the process. Don’t be intimidated when you need to hire a contractor. Instead, learn the techniques that will help you find the right contractor and hire them with confidence.
You don’t need to reinvent the wheel when hiring a contractor. Gather recommendations from friends and neighbors. Visit your local home improvement store and ask them who they recommend. If you have a trusted contractor for one area of home repair, ask whether they know anyone who can do the type of work you need. […]
Come fall, your gutters function as baskets for the falling leaves. If the gutters are not cleaned and functioning properly, leaves will block water from draining, and leave your home at risk of water damage. Old gutters threaten your home in other ways. Learn warning signs that indicate your gutters may need replacement.
Steel or aluminum gutters last 20 years on average. However, they can fail sooner if they’re not cared for. […]
You know that gutters should be cleaned out when leaves fall, but if you are like most homeowners, you do not give much thought to cleaning out gutters in the summer. Summer is actually one of the best seasons to perform gutter work.
Spring and summer storms can send twigs, leaves, and other debris into your gutters. These will clog gutters if they are not removed. Bird nests can also clog gutters, while wasp’s nests or beehives pose a danger. […]
Brandstetter KangaRoof has been a trusted Cincinnati area roofer for over 20 years. Today, we wanted to share with you a little more about who we are and what services we offer. Read on to meet Brandstetter’s KangaRoof.
Duane Brandstetter founded Brandstetter’s KangaRoof after serving in the army. He got his start in roofing at an early age and loved the work, and he continues to love helping businesses and homeowners with home repair services.
Our roofing specialists are Joshua and Jacob Brandstetter, who grew up in the business helping their dad Duane. Both Joshua and Jacob take the lead in working with customers to make sure our clients get the care they need. […]
We know you have many choices of roofing professionals for commercial and residential roof repair in Cincinnati. So why should you choose us? Learn more about Brandstetter’s KangaRoof and the benefits of hiring us for roof repair.
It’s in your best interests to choose a licensed professional for roof repair and replacement. Not only are we licensed with 20+ years of experience, we have affiliations that prove our credibility. These include: […]
Rain is your home’s enemy. If rain penetrates the roof, basement, or other area of your home it can cause extensive water damage, mold, and mildew. The good news is, there are ways you can protect your home from the worst of rainy season, so you can enjoy peace of mind when it pours.
Rain that falls on your roof should always be directed away from the home via gutters and downspouts. If your gutters are clogged, water will pool. It can seep underneath the shingles and cause major structural damage. Have your gutters cleaned twice a year to prevent this. Spring and fall are ideal.
Check that downspouts direct the runoff away from your home; otherwise, rainwater could seep into your foundation. Extending downspouts often solves drainage issues near the foundation. […]
Mold and mildew can cause serious problems in your home and adversely affect your family’s health. The best defense is a good offense, so use these strategies to prevent mold and mildew in your home.
Ideally, your home should sit slightly higher than the surrounding soil, so water does not pool around the foundation. If your home sits flush with the surrounding land, invest in grading to create a natural pitch.
Make sure that gutters extend far enough to direct water away from the home. Add downspout extenders, which carry water 6 to 8 feet from the foundation, if your gutters don’t project water away from the home. […]
Ice dams can turn your roof into a danger zone, effectively blocking melting snow from draining off the roof. The large icicles that form concurrent with an ice dam threaten the safety of your gutters as well as your family. Learn a quick fix for ice dams, plus what to do to protect your home in the long run.
Since ice dams prevent snow runoff, roofs can grow heavy with a backlog of ice and snow. The icicles can weigh down your gutters, eventually causing them to tear away from the home. This leaves your roof vulnerable to damage and defenseless in the face of rain and snow storms. When your gutters do not function properly, your roofing system can begin to take on water. The longer the ice dam remains, the more risk to your roofing system. Once snow and ice melt start to seep inside your roofing system, you’re looking at rotting wood and mildew problems in your attic. […]
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