PORTLAND, Ore. - With rain in the forecast this weekend, now may be the best time to prepare for wetter weather. Tuesday may be prime time for clearing out the gutters. It's expected to be sunny and ...

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Dirty gutters full of leaves and other debris - Fat man hikes/Shutterstock For many homeowners, cleaning out gutters is a daunting task, especially if you aren't fond of heights. At the end of the day ...

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 ...

Clogged gutters can lead to basement flooding and foundation damage. A large, old maple tree overhanging the house was removed due to safety concerns. Despite the tree's removal, debris still clogs ...

We may earn a commission from links on this page. Cleaning your gutters can be a hassle. Leaves and pine needles will drop into them, and they can easily get clogged and overflow, causing you ...

Do you need to clean your gutters but hate getting on a ladder? You’re not alone! The last time I cleaned my gutters the ladder seemed heavier, the sun seemed hotter, and the whole thing seemed like ...

Cleaning gutters is the biannual task that not many people like or quite know how to do. Cleaning should typically take place in both spring and fall. Some people may not realize that not cleaning ...

From gutter heaters to snow rakes, these are the best ways to tackle snow and ice buildup while protecting your gutters, roof edges, and downspouts.

If you're sick and tired of climbing a ladder to scoop leaves out of gutters, gutter guards and covers may be an answer. However, they're not a replacement for regular gutter cleaning. Gutter guards ...