Rain gutters play a very important role in protecting your home and foundation. However, it is easy to overlook them. If you don’t routinely clean your gutters, you could potentially be looking at more issues in the long run.

The National Fire Protection Association reports that there were 499,000 structure fires in the United States in 2018, unchanged from 2017. Fires can obviously happen anytime of the year, however, they are more common in the fall and winter months, with December and January being the peak months.

In your home, it is important to maintain a proper humidity level. When there is too little humidity, this can cause damage to wood furniture, or dry skin/chapped lips. When this happens, consider purchasing a humidifier. On the flip side, too much moisture makes your home a breeding ground for mold. This can lead to serious health issues.