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So-called maintenance-free solutions could cost you more in the long run.

Several times each year, many homeowners take on the arduous task of cleaning out their gutters to allow water to drain properly. Those who are unsteady on their feet, don’t like working at heights, ...

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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 ...

Do you attend home and garden shows? These events are almost always held in the spring. They’re a great place to see new products for both the interior and exterior of your home. I recall 30 years ago ...

Q. What is your opinion of gutter covers? Internet opinions are split: they keep out leaves vs. they trap pine needles and other small debris, which can foster rot, create extra weight in the winter, ...