HY-C Company

06/05/2026

The cycle continues 🔄🔥

Curious about the Hearth Stopper®? Discover the benefits it can bring to your home and the story behind it over on our Learning Center blog (link in comments)!

06/03/2026

Protect your customers' roofs from pests, wildlife, and weather without blocking airflow.

In our newest video, HY-C's pest and wildlife expert walks pros through the complete installation process for the HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® Galvannealed Steel Roof VentGuard™ (RVG)... from tools and sizing to leveling and fastening.

Everything you need to get the job done right 👇 https://hubs.ly/Q04jQ4HB0

Protect your customers' roofs from pests, wildlife, and weather wit...

06/03/2026

National Inventor's Month has come and gone, but at HY-C, the celebration continues…

Meet the inventors behind the Hearth Stopper® — the only customizable, decorative, insulated fireplace cover designed to reduce drafts, save money, block pests, and look great! 🪵🔥

Thank you, Danielle and Tim Owens, for sharing your story and photos with us! 🤩

Read the Owens' story and be sure to check out the Hearth Stopper (link in comments).

Step into the minds of Danielle and Tim Owens, the inventors of the Hearth Stopper, a fireplace cover and draft blocker.

06/02/2026

The emoji we've got vs the emoji we deserve... there truly is nothing like it. 😍

Learn more about our Shelter® Single Flue Stainless Steel Chimney Caps (link in comments)

06/01/2026

If you've had a raccoon in your attic or toads on your porch lately, it's probably not a coincidence.

Spring and summer rain events push wildlife out of their natural habitats — creek beds, lowland areas, and drainage corridors — and straight toward the nearest dry, enclosed structure: Your home. 🏠

Animals most likely to show up this time of year include:
* Raccoons seeking attic and chimney spaces to den 🦝
* Opossums displaced from flooded creek bottoms
* Skunks and woodchucks drawn to rain-softened soil
* Squirrels accessing rooflines via overhanging branches 🐿️
* Bats scouting maternity roosts during the spring insect boom

And you know what? Seasonal storms don't just displace animals... they also create entry points. 😳

We broke down exactly why this happens every spring and summer, which animals to watch for, and what you can do to seal your customers’ homes before any unwanted guests move in.

Discover how to protect homes from wildlife during spring and summer displacement pressures like heavy rain and flooding or breeding season.

05/29/2026

Roof vents are one of the most overlooked entry points for pests and wildlife. Our HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® Galvannealed Steel Roof VentGuards™ seal them off without restricting airflow... and installation is simpler than you'd think 😉🔧

Watch the full step-by-step tutorial here: https://hubs.ly/Q04jprCD0
Shop Roof VentGuards: https://hubs.ly/Q04jpj7h0

05/28/2026

Big news! 🏆 We were honored by the Missouri Water Environment Association for our commitment to keeping St. Louis water clean and compliant.

To our team, this one's for you. To our community, we've got you. 💧

05/27/2026

Did you know gable vents are one of the most overlooked entry points for wildlife and insects getting into your home? 🐿️🐝

This clean install by AAA Exterminating, Inc. shows exactly how HY-GUARD EXCLUSION® Pest Armor® Gable VentGuard™ gets the job done — ¼" galvannealed steel mesh that blocks raccoons, squirrels, wasps, stink bugs, and more, without restricting airflow. Fully customizable to fit almost any shape or size opening, and Made in the USA 🇺🇸

Pro tip from Dylan Dunn: "Rivets work awesome with these if the house has metal trim or metal gable." 💡

Learn more on our website (link in comments)... and thanks, Dylan, for the pics!

05/27/2026

If you haven’t cleaned your dryer vent lately, you could be risking more than just longer dry times. 😳🔥

Lint buildup is one of the leading causes of dryer fires each year, and most homeowners don’t realize how much collects deep inside the vent. 🧺💨

Common warning signs include:�
• Clothes taking longer to dry ⏱️�
• Excess heat during cycles ♨️�
• Damp clothes after a full run 👕

The right dryer vent cleaning kit can make maintenance faster, safer, and way more effective. 👏🔧

We broke down three of the best dryer vent cleaning kits of 2026 — expert-tested and featured by Bob Vila — to help you find the right option for your home.

Looking for the best dryer vent cleaning kit for your home? See expert-tested picks for 2026, including best overall, budget, and long-reach options.

05/26/2026

Our favorite gargoyles at Elevated Tasks and Exclusion Masters have been working tirelessly to elevate the trades (literally).

With an ever-evolving lineup of hands-on, practical courses that blend field expertise with proven techniques, these height trainings are built to go beyond the basics. Like they said, this is THE place to be — and last week’s soft launch was only the beginning 👀

Be sure to check out the classes, dates, and lineups at GargoyleAcademy.com and sign up your team before spots fill up!