The Pacific Northwest gets TONS of rain, so gutters are essential for almost every home. Gutters play an important role in your entire roofing system. That’s why gutter inspections and cleanings are a routine part of our roof maintenance program. And if you’re looking to replace or install a brand new gutter system, we’re equipped […]
Top 5 Ways to Get More Years Out of Your Roof!
Having a home is a big investment that you want to take care of so it will last. A Big part of protecting your home is protecting the roof. Your roof is vital to having a comfortable safe place to live. To protect a homeowner or business owner’s investment, the National Roofing Contractors association […]
Does Your Roof Actually Need Gutters?
Like many homeowners, you may have wondered what gutters are for and if they are even necessary. After all, they do seem to have some problems. They sometimes clog and may house nesting birds. They also can only handle a limited volume of water, which in the Seattle area can be a problem. They may […]
How Can Gutters Help During Heavy Rain Season?
In the Pacific Northwest, we get some very wet weather throughout Portland and Seattle. Sometimes, this means blowing rain and snow; other times, it means very heavy downpours. This means having high-quality, efficient rain gutters on your home is essential. How Do Gutters Work? The purpose of rain gutters is to direct the rainwater down […]
Guardian Metal Roofing: Seattle and the Pacific Northwest
The original version of this article appears on the Classic Metal Roofing website » Matt and Lori Swanson are well-versed in the challenges metal roofing faces in the Pacific Northwest. Guardian Home is a local, family-owned business proudly serving the Seattle area for 16 years now. “We have a great understanding of a roof system […]
Top 5 Signs You Need New Gutters With Gutter Guards
Gutters were created specifically for a continuously wet environment like the Pacific Northwest in Portland and Seattle. The function of gutters is to guide rainwater off the roof and drain it away from the foundation of your home. By removing the water and channeling it fat away prevents damage to your home and your landscaping. […]
Do I need Gutters for my home in the Northwest?
As usual, the winter weather in the Pacific Northwest is rainy and snowy. While the temperatures aren’t frigid and rarely dip below freezing, it rains nearly everyday. If that doesn’t bother you, then you’re in the right place. However, this year, the weather is snowier, wetter, and windier this year than usual. And, the winter […]
Snow Damage Prevention
Start By Being Proactive Most people love the idea of a white Christmas. But most of us don’t want to deal with some of the downsides of all that snow. Wintertime in cooler, wetter climates, like the Pacific Northwest, presents a unique set of issues in the home that are not apparent during the summer. […]
Storm-proof Your Roof
The arrival of heavy, cool-seasonal rains over Portland and Seattle may seem encouraging, since the wetter weather chips away at a years-long drought. But, these storm systems also blast Washington State with heavy rain and mountain snow. As winter storms head east, it plasters our homes and businesses with snow, howling winds and heavy rain. […]
Prepare your home for the coming cooler months
In the northern climate of Portland and Seattle, having proper attic and crawlspace insulation and ventilation is extremely important to keep your house warm and moisture free. Every home is unique and has specific requirements that need to be taken into consideration to keep you warm all winter. Most homes in the Pacific Northwest probably […]
