A Guide To Gutters and Downspouts

Anthony TieuliGutters and downspouts protect a home from water damage and foundation issues. They help direct rainwater away...

How To Install a Rain Diverter

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

How To Install Fiberglass Gutters

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How To Install a Half-Round Gutter

Half-round gutters are one of the most common types of gutters, providing excellent water drainage. In this guide,...

How To Size Gutters and Downspouts

iStockProperly sized gutters and downspouts help protect your home from water damage. They channel rainwater away from your...

How To Repair a Leaky Gutter

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

Understanding Gutter Downspouts

Kevin O’Connor learns about gutter downspouts from general contractor Tom Silva. Tom teaches Kevin what he needs to...

Rain Barrel Options: A Guide To Sustainable Water Collection

Rain barrels are an eco-friendly solution for homeowners looking to conserve water and reduce their environmental impact. These...

How To Keep Gutters Running Freely

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

The Billion-Dollar Pipes: Why Luxury Homes Are Building Underground Water Tunnels

While Architectural Digest showcases infinity pools and koi ponds, the true marvels of modern luxury real estate lie...

How To Build a Low-Maintenance Home

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

Gauging Gutters

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

How To Install a Rainwater Collection Barrel

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

How To Make Your Gutters Leaf-Proof

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

How to Install Gutters

Project detailsSkill1 out of 5EasyCost$2 to $6 per linear foot, average. (Over $20 for copper).Estimated Time6 to 8...

How to Repair Gutters

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

How To Install a Patio Drainage System

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

How To Clear Gutters in a Few Simple Steps

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

How to Extend a Downspout

iStockGutters and downspouts help control water runoff from your roof. But if the rain or melted snow isn’t...

The Rainwater REIT: How Smart Investors Profit from Stormwater-Rich Land

While most investors chase waterfront properties, a more lucrative opportunity is emerging in stormwater-rich land—parcels once considered undesirable...

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