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All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-47940941800899390312017-03-29T10:23:00.000-07:002017-04-14T10:46:28.470-07:00Spring Home Maintenance Checklist<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-71555314595916042222017-03-21T13:21:00.001-07:002017-03-22T05:53:55.089-07:00Signs You Need a New Roof<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-18055589672672586752017-03-14T15:53:00.001-07:002017-03-14T15:53:16.964-07:00Tips for Gutter Cleaning<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Never walk on your roof to clean your gutters as this is very dangerous.</span></div>
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<br />All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-64824778531465674312017-03-07T15:00:00.001-08:002017-03-07T15:00:13.410-08:00DIY Gutter Fixes<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your gutters take a beating during the winter months. Snow, ice, & rain water can weigh them down and cause damage. If you notice that your gutters don’t look right, you shouldn’t wait to make those repairs. These are some DIY gutter fixes you can do to get them ready for spring.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The best way to make sure your gutters stay fastened to your home is by installing fascia hangers. Hook the bracket under the front of your gutter, and screw the other side into your fascia. Leave the old spikes in place so your gutters don’t have any unsightly holes.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do you find that your downspout sounds like a drum ensemble when it rains? There’s actually a very easy way to fix this problem. Snake a rope down your gutter after tying an end of it to one of the gutter hangers. The water droplets that normally hit the sides of your downspout will cling to the rope instead. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Pro Tip: Don’t use this trick on gutters that clog easily since the rope limits water flow.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Let’s say a tree branch or heavy rainwater causes your gutter to split at the seam. You have to replace the entire piece, right? Nope! You can just add a small section to the seam, and your gutters will still look uniform. Purchase a gutter piece as well as an inside or outside miter box, then cut a three-inch section to create a custom slip joint. Hang the two gutter pieces next to each other, slip the joint on, and your gutters are as good as new!</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gutter fixes are necessary when leaves and debris cause your gutters to get damaged. If those damages are beyond your repair ability, call </span><a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All Aluminum Gutters</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> for all your gutter repairs needs. We provide our customers with high quality materials and service at affordable prices. For a free estimate, call us at 631-816-2498.</span></div>
<br />All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-49570225016879497352017-03-03T10:24:00.000-08:002017-03-03T10:41:09.513-08:00DIY Gutter Projects<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In a world that’s trying to ‘go green,’ it’s wise to reuse and recycle as many products as we can. Sure, you probably recycle cans and bottles by throwing them into bins that your sanitation services pick up, but have you ever thought of recycling your gutters? If you replaced your gutters and still have the old ones lying around, use them in some DIY projects to upgrade and decorate your home.</span></div>
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<a href="http://bit.ly/2miV7oo" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gutter Paint Rack:</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Do you have a garage littered with paint cans & bottles? How about a craft room rolling in ribbon? Cut and fasten old gutters to the wall to make an easy storage rack. You’ll free up space, and everything will be organized.</span></div>
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<a href="http://bit.ly/2lCFdRQ" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gutter Book Shelf:</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Is your little one a book-lover? Use gutters to create simple bookshelves in your child’s bedroom or playroom. You can even hang them just a few feet above the floor so your children can grab the books themselves.</span></div>
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<a href="http://bit.ly/2lCAyzy" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gutter Cable Holder:</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Nobody likes having wires hanging from their desks. Attach gutters to the underside of your desk or table to cradle all the computer and charging wires. Now you won’t risk accidentally pulling on a wire with your foot.</span></div>
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<a href="http://bit.ly/2lCLA81" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gutter Lawn Edging:</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> Do you have any unsightly spaces between your grass and the sidewalk or just want to add a nice touch to your lawn? Install old gutters filled with rocks or mulch in that space to add a pretty, decorative trim to your yard.</span></div>
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<a href="http://bit.ly/2lCIYqw" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gutter Wine Cooler:</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> With summer coming up, what better way to keep your drinks cold than with a gutter cooler? Swap out the middle piece of a wooden picnic table for a section of gutter. Fill it with ice, and enjoy your drinks without even having to get up.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How are you supposed to work on all these awesome DIY gutter projects if you don’t have old gutters available? It’s important to recognize when your gutters have run their last race. </span><a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All Aluminum Gutters</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can detect problems with your gutters and install new ones so your home stays protected from water damage. Call us at 631-816-2498 for all your gutter needs on Long Island.</span></div>
<br />All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-83541318586185311732017-02-22T14:41:00.001-08:002017-02-22T15:13:44.231-08:00 Do's & Don'ts of Ice Dam Removal<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">After heavy amounts of snow, cold weather can cause ice dams to form on your roof. An ice dam is a ridge of ice that forms on the edge of your roof and prevents snow from melting and running down your gutters, posing a threat to your home. Of course, you’ll want to remove ice dams as soon as possible, but it’s important to follow these do’s and don’ts to protect yourself from injury.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">remove snow off of your roof once it falls. If you’re trying this as a DIY before calling the pros, use a special roof rake to get rid of the snow.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">chip away at the ice. For more immediate results, chip paths through the ice dam so water can drain down it - just be careful as you get closer to your roofing.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">properly ventilate and insulate your attic to prevent future ice dams.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">hire a professional if you are not fully confident in your handyman abilities. It’s actually safer to have a pro do this job.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Don’ts of Ice Dam Removal</span></h2>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">ever remove snow by standing on your roof. You could easily slip and injure yourself. Stand on a secured ladder to do the job instead, and have someone spot you.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">install mechanical equipment in your attic. These are major fire hazards, so just stick to insulation.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">rake across your roof. Rake down the slope of your roof so you don’t damage your shingles and cause even more problems.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">use salt or calcium snow melters on your roof. These are extremely corrosive and could harm your roofing, grass, and plants when they drain away.</span></div>
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<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">They say a good defense is the best offense. Well, that’s true here, too. The easiest way to avoid ice dam damage is by preventing them from forming in the first place. The experts at </span><a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All Aluminum Gutters</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can outfit your gutters with heat tape to melt snow as soon as it falls onto your gutters and stop ice dams from forming. Call us today at 631-816-2498 for more information on preventing ice dams from damaging your home.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ice dams can damage your home in multiple ways. Since they prevent snow from draining off of your roof, snow can seep into your ceilings as it melts and cause water damage. If melted snow refreezes, the new ice can burrow itself under your shingles and damage your roof. The weight of the ice dam can also weigh down your gutters and cause them to break off of your fascia. In order to prevent damage, you need to properly and safely remove the ice dam as soon as possible.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Do’s of Ice Dam Removal</span></h2>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">remove snow off of your roof once it falls. If you’re trying this as a DIY before calling the pros, use a special roof rake to get rid of the snow.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">chip away at the ice. For more immediate results, chip paths through the ice dam so water can drain down it - just be careful as you get closer to your roofing.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">properly ventilate and insulate your attic to prevent future ice dams.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Do </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">hire a professional if you are not fully confident in your handyman abilities. It’s actually safer to have a pro do this job.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Don’ts of Ice Dam Removal</span></h2>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">ever remove snow by standing on your roof. You could easily slip and injure yourself. Stand on a secured ladder to do the job instead, and have someone spot you.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">install mechanical equipment in your attic. These are major fire hazards, so just stick to insulation.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">rake across your roof. Rake down the slope of your roof so you don’t damage your shingles and cause even more problems.</span></div>
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<li dir="ltr" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; list-style-type: disc; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Don’t </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">use salt or calcium snow melters on your roof. These are extremely corrosive and could harm your roofing, grass, and plants when they drain away.</span></div>
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<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">They say a good defense is the best offense. Well, that’s true here, too. The easiest way to avoid ice dam damage is by preventing them from forming in the first place. The experts at </span><a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All Aluminum Gutters</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can outfit your gutters with heat tape to melt snow as soon as it falls onto your gutters and stop ice dams from forming. Call us today at 631-816-2498 for more information on preventing ice dams from damaging your home.</span></div>
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All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-86623657420173962352017-02-13T12:47:00.001-08:002017-02-13T12:47:49.672-08:00How To Clean Vinyl Siding<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Every homeowner wants their house to look bright, shiny, and clean. However, your home can take a beating during winter when snow pounds against your siding, leaving it dirty and unsightly. If you want it looking good as new, follow these tips for cleaning your vinyl siding.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For Basic Cleaning:</span></div>
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwKnRaRfxObuFsWqd39A1HhwrpsnV6nZQ1k9Nt8qcss5O0RlnlnWSDqIEkiLvmzKZ15WtLAGmyQ20avkw9_BcrARvlzwcWvS3urVXKapkaz9m24ga7bdbv-VzVsfxXYBHbQS407pRwDPfm/s1600/Vinyl-Siding.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwKnRaRfxObuFsWqd39A1HhwrpsnV6nZQ1k9Nt8qcss5O0RlnlnWSDqIEkiLvmzKZ15WtLAGmyQ20avkw9_BcrARvlzwcWvS3urVXKapkaz9m24ga7bdbv-VzVsfxXYBHbQS407pRwDPfm/s320/Vinyl-Siding.jpg" width="214" /></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Your vinyl siding should be able to be easily cleaned with some warm water and soap. Grab a soft-bristled brush, and scrub the full length of each lap. It’s best to start at the bottom of your house and work your way up, rinsing each section with your hose as you go. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">For Mold, Mildew, and Tough Spots:</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The best way to tackle tough spots is by scrubbing them with a non-abrasive cleaner, such as Soft Scrub or Windex, and a sponge. If you’re dealing with large spots, create a solution of 30% vinegar and 70% water to remove mold and other hard stains.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If You Want to Use a Power-Washer:</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">You can - but make sure to read the instructions carefully. Hold the power washer at eye level to ensure the water hits the top of the siding and is most effective. Never aim it upward as water could get driven up behind the siding. Also, check your siding manufacturer’s warning: most will advise not using a power washer around wall openings.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Are you noticing that cleaning your siding regularly still doesn’t make it look much better than it currently does? Over time, siding can deteriorate and need replacing. If you find that your siding looks warped or your energy bills are increasing, call </span><a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" style="text-decoration: none;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: #1155cc; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: underline; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All Aluminum Gutters</span></a><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. We provide vinyl siding installation and repair to homes on Long Island, New York City & Westchester. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: italic; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">All Aluminum Gutters offers free consultations and written estimates. With over 30 years of experience, we are your go-to for your vinyl siding needs. For more information, call us at 631-816-2498.</span></div>
<br />All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-15024598619287233782017-02-06T12:50:00.000-08:002017-02-06T12:50:04.607-08:00Benefits of Gutter Guards<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s important to keep your gutters clean in order to protect your home from water damage and unwelcome pests. However, like most homeowners, you probably don’t love the idea of climbing a ladder and gutting your gutters every few months. (See what we did there?) The good news is that you don’t have to! Gutter guards offer benefits that can save you time, effort, and even money when it comes to keeping your gutters clean.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gutter guards prevent leaves and other debris from getting into your gutters.</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> This means you won’t run the risk of having junk build up and clog your gutters and downspouts. If you’re a regular gutter cleaner, you won’t have to take time to dig out all the debris that would normally get caught there. If you usually leave your gutters to fend for themselves, this means you won’t have to worry about that build up causing water damage to your home.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Gutter guards keep your yard and home safe from unwanted pests. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">When gutters are clogged, the standing water becomes a breeding ground for insects, such as mosquitos. Even if your gutters are just filled with leaves and debris, other pests, such as spiders, cockroaches, and mice, take shelter there. Since gutter guards prevent debris from collecting in your gutters to begin with, they drastically reduce the chance of little nasties creating a home there.</span></div>
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All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-37454884884719881962017-01-31T15:08:00.001-08:002017-01-31T15:08:28.472-08:00Dangers of a Leaky Roof<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Higher Utility Bills:</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> You probably didn’t think that water entering your home could cost you more money in utility bills, but it can. When your leaky roof allows water to spill into your attic, your fiberglass or cellulose insulation can become saturated and not work as efficiently. This will allow heat to escape your home and cause you to hike up your thermostat, increasing your energy bills. </span></div>
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All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-73961591628515355062017-01-17T13:22:00.000-08:002017-01-17T13:22:54.860-08:00Draining Away from Your Home<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Always clean out your gutters after a storm or before it snows. This allows water to flow freely away from your home. If your gutters are full of debris, clogs can develop and cause water to sit against your roof and potentially seep into your ceilings and walls. </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: "arial"; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dig a shallow trench to daylight and bury a PVC pipe in it, guiding water to the farther end of the trench. If you can’t extend the downspout to daylight, dig the trench ten feet from your house and line it with a flexible drainage pipe.</span></div>
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All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-7125811625209234072017-01-12T11:10:00.002-08:002017-01-12T11:10:41.335-08:00How to Prevent Ice Dams<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Install Heat Tape:</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> This is a cable that heats up enough to melt snow and ice, but not too much as to cause damage to your home. If you opt for this form of prevention, make sure to turn the cable on just before it snows to achieve the best results. If you live in an area with heavy snowfall or harsh winters, heat tape is a necessity.</span></div>
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All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-20794832306347732562017-01-06T11:29:00.001-08:002017-01-06T11:29:36.252-08:00Signs You Need New Gutters<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Seam Stress</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: Your gutters are most vulnerable to damage at the seam where two gutters connect. Here, cracks or dislocations can occur, causing a variety of problems to the outside and/or inside of your home. Your best option here is to get rid of the broken gutters and opt for seamless gutters as a replacement.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Rot</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: When gutters leak water onto your home, they can cause bigger problems than just peeling paint. Excess water can rot wood trimmings, like window sills or door jams, and cause them to allow water into your home. In these cases, issues that may seem isolated could be the result of faulty storm draining.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Mildew</span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">: There’s a very good reason downspout drains end at least six feet away from your home’s foundation. Water and moisture close to the foundation can seep into your basement and cause mildew and mold to grow on the walls. If you find this problem occurring in formerly dry areas, damaged gutters are probably the culprit.eplacing your gutters is the best move.</span></div>
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All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-89603915718128560092017-01-04T13:08:00.000-08:002017-01-04T13:08:08.824-08:00Winter Gutter Maintenance<div dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Winter means a few things on Long Island: Coffee becomes even more necessary to function and the LIRR will have even more delays. Plus, we will eventually, and quite suddenly, be hit with a snow storm that makes us wonder if we were transported to a Game of Thrones universe and actually live North of the Wall. While we prepare for these types of storms by getting the three B’s (batteries, blankets, and bagels), there’s probably a task that you’re forgetting about. Winter gutter maintenance is essential to protecting your home from major damage before and after it snows.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 700; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Check Them Out </span></div>
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<span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.666666666666666px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Inspect your gutters for any minor damages they may have incurred throughout the year. Make sure they are securely fastened to your home with gutter spikes and that there are no visible gaps. Check for any cracks or leaks that may allow water to drip onto the side of your home and ensure the downspouts are directed at least ten feet from the foundation. If you find any signs of staining or water-damage on your home, find the source of the water flow and fix it as needed.</span></div>
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<br /><br />All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-8175104132257557122016-12-13T13:28:00.000-08:002016-12-13T13:28:31.317-08:00Pre-Snow Gutter Cleaning is Important - Here's Why<br />
The days are getting colder and we all know what means- snow. There are plenty of ways to prepare for it’s arrival: putting snow tires on your car, getting sand and a shovel to clear your driveway, stockpiling blankets and hot cocoa for cozy nights inside. But there’s a big preparation task you may be forgetting: cleaning your gutters. It’s important to have clean gutters before the snow hits to avoid damage to your home<br />
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<b>Eliminate Pests </b><br />
A gutter filled with leaves and other debris is the perfect winter hiding place for bugs and other little critters. Plus, if the leaves allow for clogs and water pools in your gutter, you’re basically inviting mosquitoes to make a home there. Those unwelcome gutter guests can cause health issues, not to mention will be gross to handle once you do clean your gutters.<br />
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<b>Break the Ice </b><br />
If your gutters are cluttered, melted snow will have nowhere to go and will end up turning to ice. If you have a lot of snow, this could lead to ice dams on your roof, which can put too much weight on your gutters causing them to break. Not to mention, ice dams will most likely force themselves under your shingles, causing damage to your roof.<br />
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<b>Prevent Water Damage </b><br />
Once those aforementioned ice dams melt, the water that got pushed under your shingles will stay there and can cause damage to your ceilings and walls. Any other water that is stuck in your gutter can also pool around your house and flood into your basement or crawlspace, or even damage your foundation.<br />
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Cleaning out your gutters before snow hits will give you peace of mind knowing you’re protecting your home from potential damage. Let All Aluminum Gutters of West Babylon safeguard your home this winter by providing you with a professional gutter cleaning.<br />
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<i>At All Aluminum Gutters, our mission is to serve our customers with the extensive knowledge and expertise we have gained in our industry, while continually offering them the finest in customer service. For any of your gutter cleaning or repair needs, call us at 631-816-2498.
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Icicles dangling from homes in the winter may paint a pretty picture, but they cause more harm than meets the eye. Icicles are a major sign of ice dams, which can be one of your home’s worst enemies. Learn more about ice dams and how to avoid the potential damage they cause during the snowy, winter months below.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Ice dams are continuous chunks of ice that form along your roof. Without proper removal, the ice that develops may grow large enough to prevent snow from melting and water from properly draining off the roof. If this happens, the water may back up underneath your roof shingles and make it’s way into your home.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Most ice dams develop on the edge of your roof, but they can form in other locations. It all depends on the slope, orientation, and style of your roof. Be sure to monitor all areas for signs of ice dam formations. </span><br />
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<li><b>Check for water stains or moisture -</b> Check for water stains in your attic or along the ceiling of your home. This excessive moisture can be a sign that an ice dam has formed and water has come through the roof of your home. </li>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">One of the best ways to prevent an ice dam is by simply keeping your attic and roof cold. After a snowfall, a cold roof will have a thick blanket of snow. A warmer roof, however, will have clear spots where the snow has melted and will have icicles hanging from the eaves. </span><br />
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<br><li><b>Add roof and soffit vents -</b> This process will draw in cold outdoor air and flush out warmer attic air, cooling the attic and the roof in the process. </li>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Gutters are best known for catching and redirecting rainfall, but that’s not all they have up their sleeve! When the time comes to replace your trusty gutters, think twice before you toss them in the trash. There are a few pretty nifty ways to reuse and recycle old gutters that you probably never even thought of.</span></div>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Let’s face it, no matter how organized you may be, you’ll always need more storage options in your garage. Give those tools and gardening products somewhere to rest -- for cheap!</span><div>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Strawberries are just one of the many plants that thrive better when hanging. If you’re not looking for a sweet treat, try mounting your old gutters on a wall or fence and growing some herbs.</span></div>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Fill your child’s room with plenty of bedtime stories! Paint a pair of old gutters and mount them on the wall for quick and easy “library pockets.” Then, hit the bookstore to fill them with their favorites.</span></div>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Books and garage goodies aren’t the only things that can be stored in your refurbished gutters. Craft supplies like ribbon can stack securely for ease of use.</span></div>
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<br><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Wouldn’t it be nice if you could enjoy some time sitting around the picnic table next summer without having to get up to refill your glass. This fun table inset uses old gutters to create a built-in cooler. Talk about convenience!<br /><br />How will you be repurposing your old gutters after upgrading to a new, seamless aluminum system this fall? We’d love to hear all about your upcycled creations!<br /><br /><i><a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/">All Aluminum Gutters</a> is a full service gutter cleaning, repair and installation company serving all of Long Island, Queens, Westchester and The Bronx. For more information about our services, dial 631-816-2498.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It’s autumn and leaves are everywhere: In our walkways, blanketing our lawns and most often, piling up in our gutters. While cleaning leaves out of the gutters might not be your favorite DIY task, these easy leaf recycling tips for afterwards might help make some of your favorite gardening pastimes more prosperous.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Shredded leaves are the perfect addition to any compost pile. After all, it’s free organic matter, that’s already on it’s way to decomposing. What more could you ask for? They’re a great source of carbon, and work best when layered with nitrogen-rich grass clippings and kitchen scraps.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Contrary to what it’s unsettling name might have you believe, leaf mold actually isn’t a dangerous fungus, but rather a beneficial soil additive. Unlike a traditional compost pile, a leaf mold pile uses only leaves that decompose completely in 6-12 months. After the process is complete, leaf mold can be added to the soil around your plans to promote moisture and deliver nutrients.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Skip the bagging step all together and scatter the leaves in your gutters right under your shrubs and into your shower beds. This will provide an added layer of insulation for the winter, and deter weeds from germinating.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Layering some shredded leaves at the bottom of your planters and underneath the topsoil in your spring bulb beds can set your green thumb up for success. As the leaves break down, they’ll provide a continuous flow of nutrients to the roots. When planting bulbs, make sure to add an extra layer of leaf insulation above the top soil as well.<br /><br />Are your gutters looking mighty full of leaves and debris this fall? If so, just give the gutter cleaning experts at <a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" target="_blank">All Aluminum Gutters</a> a call. Serving all of Long Island, Queens, Westchester and The Bronx, there’s no gutter job we can’t handle!<br /><br /><i>To learn more about our gutter cleaning and repair services, visit us online or call 631-816-2498 today.</i></span>All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-24722685144606094722016-11-09T13:46:00.000-08:002016-11-09T13:46:46.763-08:00Why Do Leaves Change and Fall?<div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: arial, tahoma, helvetica, freesans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2px; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The autumn season has been affectionately nicknamed “the fall,” and for good reason. As most of you would have guessed, this clever nickname comes from the act of leaves falling down from the trees at this time of year. So, while we understand why the season is called as such, not many people understand what makes the leaves change and fall in the first place. Allow us to explain.</span></div>
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When looking at the reasoning behind the brilliant changing leaves, the first thing we need to consider is the sun. In autumn, the sun is more scarce than in the summer. For that reason, the chemical reaction that occurs in plant leaves is altered. The bright colors that you see today were actually always present, just masked by the photosynthesis of chlorophyll -- which causes the usual green pigment to show. When chlorophyll production is halted, the carotene (yellow), anthocyanin (red), and tannin (brown) pigments become more predominant.<br /><br /></span><h4>
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Now that you understand where the vivid colors come from, you’re probably wondering why they have to be shed in the first place. Couldn’t they just continue on their merry green to orange cycle throughout the season? Unfortunately, the answer is no. Believe it or not, the deciduous trees that shed their leaves in fall are actually doing so for protection from harsh weather conditions. You might be thinking, “but wouldn’t leaves keep them warm?” On the contrary, leaves are most susceptible to damage. Shedding them minimizes the amount of seasonal damage and allows the tree to preserve water and energy throughout the season.<br /><br />Regardless of why they change or fall, one things is for certain… when they make their way into your gutters they can sure wreak havoc! Don’t let your gutters suffer this season. Call <a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" target="_blank">All Aluminum Gutters</a> and request a professional gutter cleaning today.<br /><i><br /></i></span><div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The DIY home improvement trend is huge right now. Heck, it’s even got it’s own </span><a href="http://www.diynetwork.com/" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">network</a><span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">! But before you set out to fix a faulty gutter on your own, ask yourself these three questions:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Think about the risks involved with the repair job you’re looking to perform. Some gutter jobs are bigger than others, and therefore can be more dangerous. An estimated 500,000 people are treated for ladder-related injuries each year, and approximately 300 of these are fatal.<br /></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">If you don’t have the right equipment, not only are you escalating the risk factor, but you’re also setting yourself up for a failed DIY attempt. Calling a professional will ensure your gutters are repaired with precision, using only the perfect tools for the job.<br /></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">A good gutter repair job takes a lot of time, energy, and patience. That being said, sometimes it’s worth it to call in the professionals based on those factors alone. Also think about what will happen if your repair doesn’t go according to plan. Will you be spending more money in the long run to fix an even bigger issue? Most likely, yes.<br /><br />At the end of the day, unless you’re knowledgeable and experienced with gutter installation and repair, we suggest calling in a professional contractor. At <a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" target="_blank">All Aluminum Gutters</a>, we understand our customers want to fix their gutter in the most cost effective way possible. That’s why we offer free, no-obligation estimates and promise to beat any written estimate you provide.<br /><br /><i>For more information about our affordable gutter repair, installation and cleaning services, call 631-816-2498 today.</i></span>All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-11298815001417031912016-10-26T11:19:00.002-07:002016-10-26T11:19:29.580-07:006 Spooky, Scary Gutter Surprises<div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: arial, tahoma, helvetica, freesans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2px; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Slugs: </b>If you’ve ever had the misfortune of stepping on an unsuspecting slug in the dark of night, you know first hand how icky their slimy, soft texture can be. Now, imagine a colony of slugs slithering through your dirty gutter system. It’s enough to send shivers down your spine!<br /><b><br />Spiders: </b>While they may be the perfect decoration item for this spooky, scary time of the year, they’re definitely not a pest you’d want nesting around your home. Sure, a few spiders are good for natural pest control, but an entire colony residing in your eaves is a creepy though.<br /><b><br />Centipedes: </b>As if eight legs wasn’t enough, let's add about a hundred more! While they’re generally harmless, like their gutter dwelling friends the slug and the spider, they’re still not getting an invite indoors any time soon. Unfortunately, if they take up residence in dirty gutters, they just might enter unannounced.<br /><b><br />Mosquitoes: </b>We realize it’s the off-season for these tiny vampires, but nonetheless, they’re definitely up there on our list of “least favorite insects.” To make matters worse, they thrive and breed in standing water. That means your gutters are a prime target if they’re not draining correctly.<br /><br /><b>Termites:</b> The jaws, or mandibles, of these tiny creatures are strong enough to chomp right through the wood of your fascia boards. But they won’t stop there. Once inside your walls, termites will eat their way right through your beams, compromising your home structure.<br /><b><br />Mice: </b>Cute and furry, yes. A pleasure to have living in your gutters and eaves, no. Like the other critters mentioned above, mice not only leave droppings and contaminate your home with disease, but they can attract larger predators as well. You certainly don’t want a family of raccoons nesting up there with them!<br /><br /><b>Mold: </b>Last, but certainly not least, damp, rotting wood’s favorite companion: mold. Not only does it cause irreversible and costly damage to you home, but it can compromise your indoor air quality and the health of your family members.<br /><br />Do yourself a favor. Keep your home and family safe from spooky, scary gutter dwellers with a hearty gutter cleaning from the professionals at <a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" target="_blank">All Aluminum Gutters</a>. At least that’s one thing that won’t be frightening you this Halloween!<br /><br /><i>For more information about our gutter cleaning services, visit us online or call 631-816-2498.</i></span>All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-22585983057821933302016-10-21T11:20:00.000-07:002016-10-21T11:21:30.799-07:00Your 4-Step Guide to Wood Siding Repair<div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: arial, tahoma, helvetica, freesans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2px; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Hopefully your siding hasn’t been completely ruined! If the damage affects only one area, carefully remove those pieces of siding by hand, remembering to pull out the nails they leave behind. Do not, we repeat, DO NOT use power tools. This can potentially damage any previously unaffected siding.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Measuring out siding takes a lot of patience and precision -- that’s why most people opt to leave it to the pros. If you do embark on a DIY repair journey, make sure you’re measuring accurately. Though seams can be filled, large gaps will be unsightly and ineffective for protection.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Almost done! Now that your new siding is cut to perfection, grab your stud finder and a handful of stainless steel ring-shank nails. It’s important to nail your board directly into the studs, and to use nails that won’t rust or come loose over time.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Finally! All that’s left is to paint -- but be sure to use a good quality, water-proof exterior paint. You want to make sure that your new siding not only looks good, but performs good as well.<br /><br />Would you prefer to have a professional take care of the dirty work? Or perhaps faulty gutters were to blame for the damage in the first place. Either way, <a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/">All Aluminum Gutters</a> is here to assist with all your gutter repair and siding repair needs.<br /><br /><i>For more information about our siding and gutter repair services, call 631-819-2498 today.</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">New and old, all homeowners are guilty of these common </span><a href="http://www.ezsmarttools.com/blog/common-homeowner-mistakes" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">maintenance mishaps</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> to some degree. Read on to find out many of these homeowner sins are you’re guilty of committing, perhaps without even knowing it.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Slamming the door. </b>We know, we sound like your mother here, but slamming the front door over and over can actually damage your home in the long run. The more force you exert, the more likely your hinges and door jambs will become weakened, allowing moisture and cold air to enter your home. So essentially, you’re letting the prospect of mold in, and the hard earned money you’re spending to heat or cool your home out.<br /><br /><b>Overworking extension cords.</b> It might seem easier to run extension cords throughout your home, rather than hiring an electrician to install more outlets -- but fight the temptation. Using extension cords in excess is a very serious fire hazard. We’d bet you’d rather have a home with more outlets, than no more home at all due to a fire, wouldn’t you?<br /><br /><b>Relying on drywall screws. </b>That towel bar in the bathroom and that mirror in the hall may be holding on by a thread. Many homeowners assume that drywall screws are the best option for hanging decorative items, but in actuality they’re not very good at handling weight at all. Instead of reaching for the same old screws, take a trip to the hardware store, speak with a salesperson, and stock up on a few different types so you have exactly what you need whenever you want to hang.<br /><br /><b>Forgoing gutter maintenance.</b> Don’t let your gutters go uncleaned and uncared for. Trust us, you’ll be kicking yourself when your foundation starts to crack and your siding is peeling due to water damage. Having your gutters cleaned and inspected regularly can help avoid such costly mishaps in the future.<br /><br />Looking for a trustworthy gutter contractor to perform gutter cleaning and repair work for on your home? If you live in Long Island, Queens, Westchester, or the Bronx, you’re in luck!<br /><br /><i>Dial 631-816-2498 to speak with a representative and learn how <a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" target="_blank">All Aluminum Gutters</a> can help get your gutters in tip top shape before the fall season sets in.</i></span>All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7994404854171533282.post-12419582097550269492016-09-28T08:33:00.000-07:002016-09-28T08:33:29.432-07:006 Steps to Give Your Gutters a Vibrant Facelift<div style="background-color: white; color: #444444; font-family: arial, tahoma, helvetica, freesans, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 18.2px; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Your gutters are one of the first defenses your home has against the elements, which is why it’s not uncommon for them to get a bit dingy over time. Fortunately, there’s an easy way to give your gutters the facelift they deserve -- with a fresh coat of </span><a href="http://www.homeimprovementpages.com.au/article/how_to_paint_your_gutters" style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;" target="_blank">paint</a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> of course! Here’s how:</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><b>Step #1: Remove the downspouts.</b><br />The best way to ensure your entire gutter system is painted to perfection is by taking down any removable pieces -- like the downspouts. That way, you’ll be able to paint them more thoroughly.<br /><br /><b>Step #2: Peel existing paint.</b><br />Before you can begin painting, you first have to remove any loose or flaking paint from previous paint jobs. Peel away as much existing paint as possible with your hands first.<br /><br /><b>Step #3: Sand shiny remnants off.</b><br />After peeling away the easy parts of the existing paint job, you’ll have to put a little more elbow grease in, in order to really get your gutters in good shape for a new coat. Grab a foam sanding block and sand the top coat off. Make sure there’s no glossy sheen left behind, or you’ll have a hard time getting the new paint to adhere.<br /><br /><b>Step #4: Wash it all down.</b><br />You’ve peeled, sanded, and now you’ve got to scrub! Sponge down your gutters with mild dish detergent and water to remove any dirt or dust from sanding. Make sure they’re rinsed and dried thoroughly before you begin to paint.<br /><br /><b>Step #5: Hit them with the primer.</b><br />Just like the walls in your home, your gutters need some TLC before slapping on the color of your choice. Select a good, water resistant primer to not only help the color adhere, but to protect your gutters from rust and erosion as well.<br /><br /><b>Step #6: Slap on some color!</b><br />Finally, the moment you’ve been waiting for. After all that prep work, it’s time to paint on that gorgeous color you’ve selected. Give your gutters two or three coats, and enjoy the finished product.<br /><br /><i>Not sure if repainting your current gutter system will do the trick? Not to worry! <a href="http://www.allaluminumgutters.com/" target="_blank">All Aluminum Gutters</a> offers gutter installation and repair services to Nassau County, Suffolk County, Queens and the surrounding areas. If you’re looking to revamp your gutters before the heart of autumn hits, call 631-819-2498 today.</i></span>All Aluminum Guttershttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16623260476426530262noreply@blogger.com0