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 ...
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How Can You Clean Gutters Without a Ladder?

Gutter cleaning is essential home maintenance, but there's no need to jump on a ladder. Here's how to do it from the ground.
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 ...
Gutters with a build-up of ice and snow - Suzanne Tucker/Shutterstock Cleaning gutters is a task that nobody really looks forward to. Frankly, it's kind of gross, but neglecting your gutters does more ...
Q. I have read your past columns about gutter guards. You seem to have tested many, but are still not satisfied. I have the same problems you have with year-round debris from my trees, and spring is ...
Clogged gutters can cause serious problems, from foundation damage and roof rot to flooding. Clean gutters twice a year—typically in spring and fall—to prevent ice dams and wood rot. Use gloves, a ...
Whether you live in a single-story home on a slab foundation or a 3-story house with a walkout basement, there’s no shortage of options when it comes to choosing ladders for gutter cleaning. If you’re ...
Plugged gutters can lead to all sorts of maintenance issues that cost far more time and money to fix than what you save by skimping on gutter cleaning. Photo: 123rf Q: Gutter cleaning companies are ...