After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

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.

Ever imagined a roof without gutters? You probably haven't, and honestly, you really shouldn't. Without gutters, your house's foundations and the surrounding area are at a massive risk of erosion and ...

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 ...

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 ...

Q: Every time it rains, I see a beautiful cascading waterfall. Unfortunately, the waterfall is right above my front door. Help me keep the rain off my head and explain how to install rain gutters. A: ...

The downspout is an essential part of a gutter system that guides water and debris away from the home. It's vital all year ...

Last night, I noticed that there was ice forming on the side of my house. Further investigation revealed that one of the main downspouts was frozen, which I'm guessing caused a nice chain reaction and ...

Samantha Hunter is a professional copy editor who has worked with Ms. Magazine, Spin and VH1. She has also written for MarthaStewart.com, Essence.com, Esquire.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, RealSimple.com ...

Bet you never wondered how to clean gutters when you swooned over your home’s curb appeal lovingly ensconced by mature trees. Funny how fervent love for foliage can turn into a disdain when leaves ...