Each year, nearly a billion birds die from window collisions in North America alone. Here’s how to make your windows bird-safe. Have you ever walked straight into a glass door because it was just too clean? (Guilty!) Now imagine being a bird flying at full speed toward a window that looks like open sky. Unfortunately, for birds, that moment of …
Ladder Safety 101: Tips for Safe Climbing at Home or Work
Ladders are one of the most commonly used tools around the home and workplace. Because they’re so familiar and simple in design, it’s easy to underestimate the risk involved when using them. But the truth is, ladder-related accidents are surprisingly common and often serious. Whether you’re changing a lightbulb or accessing a rooftop, understanding proper ladder safety is crucial. Here’s …
How to Fix a Leaky Gutter Corner: Step-by-Step Guide
How to Fix a Leaky Gutter Corner: Step-by-Step Guide Dealing with a leaky gutter corner? The easiest way to identify leaks is to inspect your gutters shortly after a rain shower. This ensures that any water dripping from the corners is from a faulty sealant rather than raindrops running off the exterior. If you see consistent dripping, it’s time to …
Here’s Why Spring is the Best Time to Clean Windows in Vancouver
The spring season gives us a lot to look forward to – blossoming flowers, sunny days, and most importantly, warmer weather. However, with budding life come bugs and birds, and of course post-winter clean-up conditions. These elements are all threats to your windows and need to be taken care of. If you haven’t already added window washing to your spring …
3 Things to Look For When Hiring A Pressure Washing Company
When going about the process of hiring a pressure washing company to clean your home or business, there are 3 very important aspects to consider. Integrity Integrity in any business is very important. It counts especially in the service industry. When trying to choose between different companies in your area, look for the one with the most integrity. Do your …
Use Your Squeegie Like A Pro
Most of us would confess that washing our windows is one of those big chores that seem to take a ton of time and even more motivation to get started. But whether we like the job or not, we have to admit that nothing brightens a living space as well as crystal clear, streak free windows. Part of what makes …
Washing Windows in the Rain: Exposing the Myth
Thinking to have your windows cleaned but you hear that there is rain in the forecast? Well here in Vancouver, you might wait a long time if you believe that rain will undo the time and effort, not to mention the expense of having your windows properly cleaned. You can quickly tell the professional window cleaners from the amateurs by …
Overlooked Home Maintenance Tasks
Here is a list of things around the home that are often overlooked, leading to greater expense and headache. Taking the time to tackle these items can save you in a huge way in the long run. Check for Roof Damage By the time you notice a problem, it’s already too late. Get up onto your roof at least twice …
What To Do With Your Old Windows
We are in the business of cleaning your windows. But just as an aside, let’s talk about something completely different while still keeping with the “window” theme. I have seen a lot of DIY ideas lately when it comes to taking something old and turning it into a very unique treasure. Do you have some windows that are just too old …
Your Winter Home Maintenance Checklist
As the crisp fall air settles in, it’s time to prepare your home for the colder, wetter months ahead. Proper fall home maintenance can help prevent costly repairs, improve energy efficiency, and keep your home comfortable all winter long. To help you get started, our property maintenance experts have put together this essential fall-to-winter checklist. 1. Inspect and Install Weather …