It’s no secret that the internet is full of home hacks. Some are brilliant and others are downright questionable. A recent trend involves using a pool noodle as a DIY gutter guard, keeping outdoor ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

Ask any homeowner what their least favorite do-it-yourself project is, and most of the time they will quickly reply that it is cleaning the gutters. First, it is dangerous to try to scoop out the ...

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 ...