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Always clean the gutters in fall and consider cleaning them again in spring for the best results. Cleaning gutters in fall is necessary to reduce the risk of ice dams, clogs, and overflow damage.

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 ...

The typical range for gutter cleaning costs is $119 to $228 with a national average of $163. The most significant cost factors for gutter cleaning are house height, gutter length and condition, gutter ...

Last year, water from a damaged gutter on the third floor of Natasha Seaman’s Jamaica Plain home seeped all the way down to the ceiling of her first-floor dining room. So Seaman and her husband hired ...

A 2025 survey by LeafFilter gutter protection reveals that 4 in 10 homeowners have experienced damage to their home from clogged or poorly maintained gutters. These issues range from leaks and ...

Q I have noticed a drip line rut in the yard below my gutters. Is this because of the heavy rains? Are my gutters too small? I have standard gutters, and they and the drains are not clogged. A ...

Gutters can get blocked with fallen leaves and rainwater but experts have shared some simple tips for cleaning them yourself and how to avoid ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

Continuous overflow of sewage water is a growing civic problem in much of Karachi. What was once an occasional inconvenience has now turned into a daily struggle, affecting health, mobility and basic ...