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fromHomebuilding
1 week ago

Is this 50 gutter cleaning hack one to avoid?

A cheap DIY gutter guard made from plastic mesh and cable ties can prevent leaves blocking gutters and reduce the risk of leaks and water damage.
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fromHomebuilding
1 week ago

Homeowners warned blocked gutters could lead to 5k fines under abatement notices

Neglected gutters can cause property damage and trigger abatement notices with fines up to £5,000, so homeowners should clean and maintain gutters regularly.
fromInverse
1 month ago

Contractors Say These Are the Cheapest, Most Genius Ways to Fix Damage Around Your Home

Accidentally letting your pipes freeze can result in hundreds of dollars' worth of home repairs. The solution? "Insulate exposed pipes in crawlspaces, garages, and exterior walls with foam sleeves," suggests Justin Cornforth from Ace Home Co. Or, if you don't have foam sleeves, Cornforth also says that you can "[use] heat tape to prevent them from freezing." Not only are these foam covers great for helping insulate pipes, but they'll even work to keep pipes from developing condensation during the summer. Each one is pre-slit so that they're ready to be installed right out of the box - and the self-sealing edges make them easy to secure in place.
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