Winter ceiling stains rarely start with a dramatic leak. More often, they trace back to a quiet, overlooked chore that lets ...

Q: My white aluminum gutters get very dirty on the outside, and sometimes streak from dripping water. How can I clean them? Fantastic helped, but not a lot. A: The streaks may be the hardest to remove ...

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 ...

Q For several years, we have intermittently had a leak coming through our ceiling above the living room on our first floor. The water doesn’t drip though the ceiling; we just have a spreading brown ...

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 ...

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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 ...

Homes and gardens need maintaining to avoid hefty bills but when was the last time you cleaned your gutters? Gutters and drainpipes can get blocked with debris over time and could even result in a ...

Frozen gutters are more than just a winter nuisance; they're a warning sign. When you see those long, gleaming icicles ...