Make sure your gutters are properly secured and drain toward the downspout, and, as a rule of thumb, be sure that you have at least one downspout for every 20-25 feet of gutter.

We love watching the hills and woods light up as leaves gradually turn red, yellow, and orange in the fall. We don't love all the yard work: raking lawns, blowing sidewalks, and scooping leaves from ...

Gutters overflow because the drains or the gutters themselves are clogged. Gutters should be cleaned and maintained annually; if you live in a heavily wooded area, the gutters may need to be ...

Home Fix: Dwight Barnett answers home-improvement questions. This week's topic is on pop-up gutter drains and how to keep house gutters from overflowing.

Properly installed gutters are integral to a healthy home. It's important to be able to spot improperly installed ones. Here's how to fix them if you find one.