MINNEAPOLIS (WCCO) --When the leaves start falling this time of year people start thinking about their gutters again. You want to make sure the leaves don't clog them before a big rain or a freeze.

Owning a home means actively taking care of it, even the less-appealing chores like cleaning out the gutters. And like many of these tasks, not doing them can lead to a host of future issues like ...

Our gutter systems can be easily forgotten about when we are ticking off home maintenance tasks, but these drainage systems are essential to preventing roof damage and leaks. So how do you clean ...

Gutters are located high and out of sight, so it's easy to forget about them or minimize their importance. Gutters are a key element of roof drainage, a system that keeps the foundation in good ...

What is the best tool for cleaning gutters? Uncleaned gutters lead to water buildup and overflow that spills down the side of your home. This water finds its way into the soil, leading to cracks in ...

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Do you need to clean your gutters but hate getting on a ladder? You’re not alone! The last time I cleaned my gutters the ladder seemed heavier, the sun seemed hotter, and the whole thing seemed like ...

Cleaning gutters is the biannual task that not many people like or quite know how to do. Cleaning should typically take place in both spring and fall. Some people may not realize that not cleaning ...

Gutter cleaning is necessary since leaves and other debris can cause clogs that prevent proper drainage. Visible debris, sagging gutters, layers of dirt, and vegetation growth mean gutters need to be ...