With rising costs of heating and electricity bills, more homeowners are looking for ways to make their dollar go a little further. The following are some simple yet effective ways to make your home energy efficient, saving you money in the long run. Turn the heat down: Turning your thermostat down even slightly can make a difference. Every degree of …
Umbrella Property Services May 2014 Newsletter
Incredibly, the end of May is just around the corner! If you haven’t had a chance to read our May Newsletter don’t delay, read it now! Check it out here —> UPS_Newsletter_May With love, Your customer care whizz PS. No mention of window cleaning, pressure washing, or gutter cleaning in our newsletters. Just fun!
4 Pitfalls of DIY Pressure Washing
DIY Pressure Washing Pitfalls Pressure washing is an effective way to clean exterior surfaces and remove stubborn dirt, grime, and mold. While DIY pressure washing can seem like an appealing option for homeowners looking to save some money on home maintenance, it can be dangerous and costly if done incorrectly. In this blog, we’ll explore the pitfalls of DIY pressure …
Safety Tip #3 : How to Clean Gutters Safely
It’s spring (finally) and time to get all those household chores done that you have been putting off….like cleaning those gutters! In this third and final article regarding safety tips, lets take a look at how you can clean your gutters safely. At its best, gutter cleaning is a tedious and unpleasant task. Getting dental work done comes to mind as a …
7 Pressure Washing Safety Tips Every Homeowner Should Know
If you’re planning to clean your siding, deck, or driveway with a pressure washer, it’s important to remember that this powerful tool can be dangerous if misused. At Umbrella Property Services, we’ve seen how quickly accidents can happen when people underestimate the strength of pressurized water. Did you know that even electric pressure washers emit water at 1,000+ PSI, while …
Top 11 Things You Should Know Before Choosing Your Family’s Home Care Specialist
I think it’s safe to say that when it comes to hiring someone to look after the cleaning of your most prized possession, your home, it is imperative that you do your homework! Here are the top 11 things you should consider before choosing a professional contractor to clean your gutters, wash your windows and paint your home. Do not underestimate …
Home Maintenance Safety Tips: Introduction
Just the other week I was at my son’s apartment here in Vancouver along with my daughter and her family who were visiting from Alberta. My son had prepared breakfast and after everything was cleaned up, we decided that the window which had been propped up to provide some air flow, could now be closed. My son lives in an …
April Newsletter
Check out our latest newsletter featuring Release The Hounds, tips on improving your running, an amazing soup recipe and so much more. Click here–> UPS.Newsletter.14.04 With love, Your customer care whizz PS. No mention of window cleaning, pressure washing, or gutter cleaning in our newsletters. Just fun!
How to Get Streak Free Windows
Are you frustrated with your windows not being as clean as you’d like? By following our insider’s method to streak free windows, you will be one happy person! Have your exterior windows been cleaned recently making your interior windows dirtiness jump out at you? Or are you simply tired with trying to clean your homes interior windows and having streaks …
Top Reasons to Clean Gutters Properly
Clogged gutters in British Columbia’s wet climate can wreak havoc on your home, not to mention your pocketbook! Are you among the many people who neglect cleaning their gutters properly for several years at a time? It might even seem that this is without any consequence to you. However, this neglect will come back to bite you. You may ask, …








