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 ...

Watching leaves turn to beautiful hues of red, yellow, and orange every fall is one of the best things about nature. The only problem is that they don’t stay those vibrant colors for quite long enough ...

MACON, Ga. — Spring cleaning season is here and you might still have ‘cleaning the gutters’ as a chore on the honey-do list. There are a few safety tips to keep in mind If you’re planning on tackling ...

Man on ladder removing leaves from gutters - Marc Dufresne/Getty Images Of all home maintenance tasks, cleaning out clogged gutters is one of the chores many homeowners dread the most. Although the ...

Fall can be a surprisingly busy time for homeowners. Once summer has ended, you might find that you’re busying yourself with exterior maintenance tasks like tidying up your garden or lawn. But there’s ...

Cleaning gutters doesn’t need to be a drag, but it does need to be done twice a year. If your gutters go ignored, the problems that may arise down the line can cause headaches or even financial ...

The gutter system's downspouts should also be flushed out to ensure proper drainage. Ice damming can cause issues to your gutters and leaks in your home. Rain gutters are seemingly simple fixtures but ...

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 ...

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 ...

Cleaning gutters doesn’t need to be a drag, but it does need to be done twice a year. If your gutters go ignored, the problems that may arise down the line can cause headaches or even financial ...