Learn to install gutter end caps made of aluminum

There is a slight difference between the repairing process of aluminum gutter end caps and standard assembled gutter runners. The aluminum ones have a cap at the end of the gutter that stops water from exiting the gutter. First remove the end caps off the gutter usually using a rubber mallet to detach them. Use the mallet to hit the caps at the edges. This way you will knock them loose. You ...

Learn to mount a gutter guard

You now it’s the moment to install gutter guards to your gutter when the accumulating leafs are just too many. Cleaning some debris off the gutter is a relatively easy job, but when you have to deal with lots of dirt and leaves and debris that take a long time to clean and remove you will realize that this job is not so nice. There is a way to avoid all this work and mess and it is called gutt ...

Instructions for cutting angles on a seamless gutter

A very good option for the protection of your house is represented by seamless gutters. It is well known that a guttering system is a very important accessory for your home due to its functionality. Guttering systems are used to prevent leaks and a bad water flow on the roof and walls of your house. Leaks occur usually along the angle cuts of the connection of corners to rain gutters. In this ...

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The use of electric string lights is an old tradition for the Christmas holiday, from 1882. Today’s Christmas lights are more modern with all the colors available and even with blinking patterns. Facing problems with the lights during an already busy Christmas can be very frustrating. 1. Verify the outlets and the cords. Verify that all connections between strings are plugged and verify if ...

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A traditional wedding has a huge layer cake that has to be cut by someone then served around the guests and so on so that you finally realize that it is spread around the room in plates because people didn’t eat it all. This happens to most of the cake. Well. With a sweet buffet you have attractive tables filled with candies, nuts or other treats. You can hire a sweet cart for an easier cus ...

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