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Your home’s gutters are the only thing standing between it and winter water damage. While it might sound dramatic, proper ...

From gutter heaters to snow rakes, these are the best ways to tackle snow and ice buildup while protecting your gutters, roof edges, and downspouts.

This spring, get your head into the gutter and think about your home’s drainage system. Rain can bring foundation problems if your home’s gutters and downspouts aren’t working properly to redirect ...

It can feel impossible to get used to the sound of a trickling or dripping gutter downspout. If you're sensitive to these types of noises, there are a few DIY fixes you can try to reduce these sounds ...

Q: I’m re-roofing my barn with metal roofing. I was thinking of extending the roof 18 inches past the walls so dripping water falls farther away from the barn. Right now I’ve got gutters, and I’m ...

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