Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Rain gutters are an essential exterior component of every home. They connect to downspouts, carrying rainwater away from the roof and delivering it to the ground. It's recommended that these spouts be ...

white PVC downspouts blocking sidewalk and flowing into garden - Volodymyr Chmut/Getty Images Downspouts are often a necessary home feature for preventing flooding and water damage. While there are ...

Downspouts provide a controlled escape route for rainwater flowing through your home's gutters. Unfortunately, these devices ...

INDIANAPOLIS — Maintaining good flow in your home's gutters is definitely on a homeowner's fall checklist because of the damage falling leaves can do if they clog a downspout. But Pat Sullivan from ...

Learn how to clean gutters step by step using simple tools. Stop clogs before they cause damage. Includes safety tips and the ...

Between soccer practice, grocery runs and that ever-growing to-do list, gutter cleaning probably ranks somewhere near “reorganize the junk drawer” on your priority list. But here’s the thing — ...