‘Tis the season for holiday decor! Before you pull out your inflatable Rudolf and climb on the roof to hang your Christmas lights, there are a few things you should know to protect your roof from damage. Here are our top tips for hanging lights safely: Clean out your gutters It’s a good idea to make sure your gutters are clear of leaves and other debris before hanging up your lights. Otherwise, you may experience your lights getting stuck in the leaves and sticks, making it difficult to remove the lights after installation. Having leaves and debris near Christmas lights…

Rain gutters are essential to protecting your home from mold, mildew, and other water damage. While they can add a nice decorative element to your house, their primary purpose is to direct rainwater away from your siding and foundation. Gutters are typically installed under the edge of your roof to capture rainwater as it streams down your roof. The gutters then direct the rainwater towards downspouts, which then dispense the water into drainage systems that relocate the water away from your home’s foundation. In the south, rain gutters are essential to housing structures due to the significant rainfall and humidity…