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.

Problems with your gutters can be frustrating: Loud drips, water collecting in places it shouldn’t, and water taking an unplanned path, which can cause damage and make rainstorms more trouble than ...

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 ...

Winter roof trouble rarely starts with a dramatic leak. It usually begins quietly, with a neglected gutter that cannot move water away fast enough, then escalates into heavy ice, warped shingles, and ...

Homeowners should carefully check the exterior and grounds of their houses in spring for winter-related problems. Special attention should be paid to three areas: Paint, gutters and caulking. Snow, ...

You either love them or you hate them. They are either a great amenity on your home that helps keep the basement dry or they are an annual pain in the back and maybe even an eyesore on the home. Of ...