The best gutter guards for pine needles need small perforations that let water pass through but aren’t large enough to let pine needles into your gutters. Striking this balance can mean the difference between years of maintenance-free gutters or frustrating, continuous gutter cleaning. A micro-mesh gutter guard is the best option for keeping pine needles out of your gutters. We recommend the gutter guards from HomeCraft Gutter Protection. These guards come with a lifetime warranty, which not...

Heat pumps and air conditioners are HVAC tools that make your home’s temperature more livable. However, there are several key differences, and it’s good to understand them to make the most informed decision for your home’s HVAC system. Paul Lambert, the founder and CEO of California home heating and cooling company Quilt, knows that choosing the right system for your home can be challenge=ing. Heat pumps operate as both a heat and cooling system, so they can be the perfect all-in-one system...

When pests invade your home, you can tackle minor problems cheaply by heading to the home improvement store for a $7 can of bug spray or a $6 pack of mouse traps. But, if you’re dealing with an infestation or want to prevent pests from ever making themselves at home, you’ll need to invest in a professional pest control service. Pest control prices range from $275 to $615 for a one-time treatment of a moderate insect or rodent problem, depending on where you live, the size of your home and the...