"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." Gutters serve a vital purpose by preventing water damage around your home. While they're mostly out of ...

A frozen downspout may seem like a common winter occurrence. In reality, it can pose a silent threat to your home's structural integrity. When ice blocks your downspout, melting snow and runoff back ...

The UK is known for bad weather and the Met Office regularly has to issue weather warnings for thunderstorms, heavy rain and strong winds. Due to this, many people will be used to making sure the ...

Winter roof trouble rarely starts with a dramatic leak. It usually begins quietly, with a neglected gutter that cannot move water away fast enough, then escalates into heavy ice, warped shingles, and ...

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