Our gutter systems can be easily forgotten about when we are ticking off home maintenance tasks, but these drainage systems are essential to preventing roof damage and leaks. So how do you clean ...

Do you need to clean your gutters but hate getting on a ladder? You’re not alone! The last time I cleaned my gutters the ladder seemed heavier, the sun seemed hotter, and the whole thing seemed like ...

Keeping your gutters clean is essential to keeping your house safe and sound. If you’re anything like us, the only time we think of the roof is when Blue Bell releases its limited edition Tin Roof ice ...

Cleaning gutters is the biannual task that not many people like or quite know how to do. Cleaning should typically take place in both spring and fall. Some people may not realize that not cleaning ...

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Gutter cleaning is necessary since leaves and other debris can cause clogs that prevent proper drainage. Visible debris, sagging gutters, layers of dirt, and vegetation growth mean gutters need to be ...

Cleaning your house’s gutters is a messy job, but someone has to do it. Leaf-clogged, stopped-up gutters can cause major problems, including wet basements, ruined siding or trim, and water-damaged ...

Spring is the season to tackle many home improvement projects like planting new flowers and painting the exterior of your house, thanks to the warmer weather and longer daylight hours. While fall is ...

Clogged gutters can cause serious problems, from foundation damage and roof rot to flooding. Clean gutters twice a year—typically in spring and fall—to prevent ice dams and wood rot. Use gloves, a ...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s called fall for a reason and it has consequences for lawns and rain gutters. “We’ve done a lot of houses that have developed foundation (problems),” said Adam Planting ...