Having spent over 15 years writing about technology, Lawrence has turned his eye to remodeling, smart home services, maintenance and home repair projects. He now contributes DIY, informational and ...

Gutter upkeep has quietly become a meaningful line item in your home budget, with national estimates putting a typical ...

Gutter cleaning used to be a forgettable line item in your home budget, but for larger houses you now routinely face invoices that clear 350 dollars for a single visit. As national averages drift ...

Autumn is for addressing one of the most neglected parts of your home. By Tim Heffernan Tim Heffernan is a senior staff writer at Wirecutter, covering indoor air quality, water filtration, and ...

If you’re in spring-cleaning mode, it’s important to devote some attention to the outside of your house as well as the inside. One of the most critical home maintenance tasks that should never be ...

Clogged gutters can lead to basement flooding and foundation damage. A large, old maple tree overhanging the house was removed due to safety concerns. Despite the tree's removal, debris still clogs ...

Let’s talk about the most important job you might not even realize you need to do: cleaning your gutters. Gutters do a lot more than direct water away from your house. They’re an essential defensive ...

Samantha Hunter is a professional copy editor who has worked with Ms. Magazine, Spin and VH1. She has also written for MarthaStewart.com, Essence.com, Esquire.com, GoodHousekeeping.com, RealSimple.com ...

Big Easy Gutter recommends several straightforward repair methods for stopping leaks, including cleaning the affected area and applying roofing cement. The company notes that these solutions are both ...

Bet you never wondered how to clean gutters when you swooned over your home’s curb appeal lovingly ensconced by mature trees. Funny how fervent love for foliage can turn into a disdain when leaves ...