During winter, icicles may form on your gutters. While they might look pretty, many homeowners wonder if icicles on your gutters are bad. Are they a cause for concern? Table of Contents Why Do Icicles Form on Gutters? Icicles form on gutters when snow on a roof melts due to
It’s no secret that your home’s insulation has a huge impact on its energy efficiency. Insulation works by providing an additional barrier through which heat must go through to enter or escape your home, making it more difficult for outside temperatures to impact the comfort of your home. Insulation is
Updated: June 10, 2025 A 2025 Guide for Wisconsin Homeowners What is a Rim Joist and where is it? The rim (or band) joist is the narrow board that sits on your house’s sill plate and caps every floor joist. In most Wisconsin basements it is still bare wood, riddled
When it comes to the products that they have installed for their homes, homeowners often seek out options that offer energy efficiency when making upgrades to their homes. Many roofing materials can be said to be energy efficient—many even can have an ENERGY STAR rating. But still, not all roofing
There’s nothing like those scorching summer months filled with long daylight hours. If you’re like many homeowners, you like being outside in the summer, whether you’re splashing in the pool, enjoying your backyard, or taking your family on a summer outing. But, of course, when you return home from your
An essential component to any home, gutters help protect your foundation, siding, and roof from damaging rain. Ultimately, all components of your home will need to be replaced, including windows, doors, and siding. But, while certain parts of your home—like your siding—are difficult to ignore when they need replacing, other
