For most people, cleaning out gutters is a tedious yearly challenge, and yet, having clean gutters is hugely important for protecting your home against water damage. Keeping your gutters clean ensures ...

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 ...

GUTTERS AND downpipes should be cleaned and checked for signs of necessary repairs at least twice a year. Typically, the best times to do this are late spring and late autumn. If you suspect a problem ...

Having spent over 15 years writing about technology, Lawrence has turned his eye to remodeling, smart home services, maintenance and home repair projects. He now contributes DIY, informational and ...

Autumn is for addressing one of the most neglected parts of your home. By Tim Heffernan Tim Heffernan is a senior staff writer at Wirecutter, covering indoor air quality, water filtration, and ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Hate cleaning your rain gutters? Well, join the queue. But as tempting as it might be, neglecting to clean your gutters does more harm than ...

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 ...

If you’re in spring-cleaning mode, it’s important to devote some attention to the outside of your house as well as the inside. One of the most critical home maintenance tasks that should never be ...

With over a decade of experience at Which?, Tom covers everything from tech advice to money-saving tips, and highlights the best deals during major sales events. Clearing your gutters regularly is ...

The to-do list can seem never-ending when you’re a homeowner. As the weather begins to warm up, Marylanders begin to think about all the new “list items” to add when the shovels move to the back of ...