I usually try to get up there at least twice a year—spring and fall. After a heavy storm, I'll do a quick visual check from the ground, but climbing u...

Insurance isn't always the best route though... I had minor fence damage last spring—repair was under $500—but filing a claim would've bumped up my pr...

I've noticed our south-facing roof slope is definitely wearing faster than the shaded side. Thought it was just me being paranoid, but maybe there's s...

Went galvanized on my fence last year too, and no regrets yet. Stainless was tempting, but the price difference just didn't add up for me. After a wet...

I've noticed pine needles are tricky too, but the maple trees around my place drop those helicopter seeds everywhere—they're surprisingly good at snea...

Definitely agree with this. Last summer, after a bad storm, I found water seeping into my basement through tiny cracks I didn't even know existed. End...