Question: This is the first year I have noticed a drip line rut in the yard below my gutters. Is this because of the heavy rains? Are my gutters too small? I have standard-sized gutters, and when I ...

We clean our open rain gutters at least five times a year but they still overflow in heavy rains. I’m baffled and am wondering if gutters are really necessary. I have seen homes without them. What is ...

If water can’t leave the roofline, it will find its way into your foundation through saturated soil and persistent pooling. Clogged gutters that overflow consistently create the single most common ...

Q: I had a contractor install pop-up gutter drains. They were supposed to be dug 10 feet out. He only did this for one at the back of the house. The other three are only 4 to 5 feet out. I wasn’t ...

Dear Karen: There are several causes of overflowing gutters. They are either clogged, rusted and leak at the seams, and/or they are loose or sloped the incorrect direction. You will not know which of ...

Dear Jerry: I’m writing in that hopes you can help us with a problem with the gutters on our older Cape Cod-style house. Since the installation of a new roof (tear off) and gutters, we’ve had a ...

Why it matters: Clogged gutters can cause wood rot, pest infestations, and foundation damage, leading to costly repairs that often start where you can’t see them. Cost control tips: Material choice, ...

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Regular gutter cleaning prevents water, pest, roof, and landscaping damage. Signs gutters need cleaning: overflow, visible debris, or sagging structure. Clean gutters to avoid costly repairs; hire ...

While early autumn is considered the optimal time to cover your gutters, winter brings its own set of challenges, including twigs, fallen pine needles, seedpods, ice, snow, and sludge. So, if you ...

When it comes to crossing chores off your outdoor to-do list, gutters are likely the last thing you think about. After all, out of sight, out of mind, right? Ignoring your gutters and their day-to-day ...