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 ...

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 ...

The number of tasks that go into home maintenance can feel never-ending—and while some are easier than others to keep on top of, out-of-sight chores like gutter maintenance are just as important (or ...

It might not seem like it makes much of a difference, and it’s certainly not the most enjoyable task, but cleaning your gutters is more important than you might think. When your gutters become clogged ...

Keeping your gutters clean is essential to keeping your house safe and sound. If you’re anything like us, the only time we think of the roof is when Blue Bell releases its limited edition Tin Roof ice ...

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 ...

When it comes to crossing chores off your outdoor to-do list, gutters are likely the last thing you think about. After all, out of sight, out of mind, right? Ignoring your gutters and their day-to-day ...

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 ...

Bet you never wondered how to clean gutters when you swooned over your home’s curb appeal lovingly ensconced by mature trees. Funny how fervent love for foliage can turn into a disdain when leaves ...