Q. I’d like to have downspout extensions to carry water away from the foundation of my house, but wouldn’t they interfere with lawn work such as mowing and also look pretty tacky sticking out in the ...

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 ...

Q. Some of my gutters are a bit short and don’t extend all the way to the ends of the roof. There’s about 2 inches where rain runs down the roof and continues down the house wall, creating a divot in ...

Ever imagined a roof without gutters? You probably haven't, and honestly, you really shouldn't. Without gutters, your house's foundations and the surrounding area are at a massive risk of erosion and ...

We chose the Werner 28-Foot Fiberglass Extension Ladder as our top pick because it is tall enough to reach most second-story gutters, is safer to use around electrical hazards, and boasts a heavy-duty ...