This Old House general contractor Tom Silva installs a gutter alternative where a traditional gutter does not work—and...

Jenn Nawada and Nathan Gilbert working on installing a rain barrel.Rain barrels are eco-friendly and cost-effective ways to...

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William GeddesHomeowners have a lot to keep on top of, which is why low-maintenance homes have become a...

Maintaining clean, free-flowing gutters helps keep your home safe from water damage. Clogged gutters can lead to a...

Watch mason Mark McCullough help a homeowner reclaim her beautiful flagstone patio from pools of water after rainfall....

A gutter system is essential to protect your basements, crawl spaces, topsoil, siding, windows, and doors. Without proper...

When a homeowner’s wooden gutters started leaking, all the contractors in her area told her it was time...

A rain diverter is a practical device that redirects rainwater away from your home’s entry points to ensure...

Landscape contractor Roger Cook walks through how to install a rain chainRain chains are a beautiful and functional...

Rain gutters aren’t very exciting. You probably never even notice yours until something goes wrong with them. And...

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Keeping your gutters clean is one important way to protect your home from water damage. Clogged gutters can...

A drainage system under a raised deck channels water away from your deck to create a dry, usable...

In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows how to collect valuable rainwater for...

This video walks through how to make your gutters leaf proof.Tools & MaterialsHammerDrill/driverStiff blade putty knifetin snipsClogged gutters...

Project detailsSkill2 out of 5Easy to ModerateCostUnder $50Estimated Time2 hoursGeneral contractor Tom Silva heads out on another house...

Foam FillersThese inserts nestle invisibly inside gutters; moisture flows through the porous foam, but solids can’t collect. Look...

A leaky gutter can lead to serious problems, including damage to your home’s foundation, siding, and landscaping. Fortunately,...