In theory, it seems so simple. String a bunch of little troughs just below the roof and garage to catch the rain, and attach similar-looking pipes to take away the collected water. In practice, it can ...

Brionna is a writer specializing in home improvement, construction, and real estate topics. She leverages her background as a civil engineer and interior decorator as well as her love for ...

Gutters serve a vital purpose by preventing water damage around your home. While they're mostly out of sight, they shouldn't be out of mind, as gutters can easily become clogged or damaged, which can ...

Rain gutters take a lot of abuse: rushing water during rainstorms, exposure to weather extremes, heavy loads of snow in the coldest climes, clogs of fallen leaves, and the general ravages of time.

A leaky gutter, left unattended, can damage even the best foundation. Periodic checks of guttering, followed by the proper repair of any leaks, are an essential part of general home maintenance. Step ...

Seamless gutters are a great type to have on any home, but even they sometimes need to be repaired or replaced. It's not that hard to repair the leaks or problems with seamless gutters if you take a ...

If it seems like there's an endless to-do list around the house, you're not alone. Sometimes getting things done is just a matter of knowing where to start, and that's where Lou Manfredini comes in.

For all the protection and peace of mind gutters provide, they don't ask for much in return. If you keep them clean, stable, solid and rust-free, they should keep water off the house and out of the ...