If you’re a homeowner in Toronto, you know that the weather can be unpredictable. Homes are battered year-round by heavy spring downpours, humid summer storms, freezing winter slush and autumn leaves. It’s easy to get caught up in visible upgrades like siding or...
The weather in Toronto can change quickly from heavy spring rains to icy winter storms, so the outside of your home needs to be ready for anything. The eavestrough system is one of the most important parts of your home’s defence, but it...
As winter comes to an end and spring arrives, now is the best time to check on and take care of the outside of your home. Bad weather, snow, and ice can cause damage that you can’t see right away, but it could...
The Canadian climate is somewhat unpredictable and unforgiving. Snow, frost and ice-heavy wind, rain, and summer heat – The exterior of your home sees day-to-day exposure to all types of weather. One of the best things you can do to protect your home...
As the snow starts to fall in Toronto and the surrounding areas, homeowners have to deal with a special set of problems. The harsh Canadian winter isn’t just hard on us; it’s also a tough test for your home’s first line of defense:...
Homeowners often wonder whether gutters and fascia should be replaced together or separately. It’s a question we at Ontario Siding & Gutters frequently get asked, and for good reason. Both are designed to protect against water damage and maintain a clean exterior. Most of...
When it comes to defending your home from undesirable water, the kind of gutters you choose is just as important a decision as the fibre optic siding or roofing. They serve the vital purpose of leading rainwater away from your foundation, walls and...
In celebration of fall colors in Toronto, it’s also a reminder that it’s time to prepare your home for the coming winter. There is one major facet of fall maintenance that is often forgotten, however — your gutters. Clearing gutters during the fall helps to...
Are you tired of cleaning out your gutters? Obviously, your answer is yes. Cleaning gutter is a very daunting task for homeowners. It is a very smelly and messy job and can lead to several injuries from ladder accidents. Dry leaves, dirt, debris,...