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 ...

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When people plan how to keep their homes safe and looking good, they often forget about gutters. Yet clean gutters are key to shielding your house from expensive damage. Heavy rain, melting snow, and ...

Gutter cleaning is necessary since leaves and other debris can cause clogs that prevent proper drainage. Visible debris, sagging gutters, layers of dirt, and vegetation growth mean gutters need to be ...

Q: Gutter cleaning companies are always trying to sell me on getting mine serviced multiple times each year. How often should I be cleaning them? And when is the best time to do it? A: For some houses ...

You don't want to skip cleaning them. Gutters aren’t always top of mind when it comes to home maintenance. When they work efficiently, letting rainwater flow easily, it’s easy not to give them a ...