Q: I recently purchased a two-story home and have noticed that after any bad weather—even light rainfall—my gutters don’t drain properly. My neighbor suggested gutter guards, but they’re pricey. Are ...

Installing gutter guards for metal roofs helps to stop the gutter system from clogging by preventing leaves, sticks, pine needles, and other debris from entering. A roof gutter guard can make this ...

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Your roof gets most of the credit for protecting your home, but your gutters quietly determine how long that roof actually lasts. When water cannot move cleanly through the system, it backs up, creeps ...

Maintaining your home’s gutter system is an essential part of protecting your property from water damage, foundation issues, ...