Watching leaves turn to beautiful hues of red, yellow, and orange every fall is one of the best things about nature. The only problem is that they don’t stay those vibrant colors for quite long enough ...

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 ...

Fall can be a surprisingly busy time for homeowners. Once summer has ended, you might find that you’re busying yourself with exterior maintenance tasks like tidying up your garden or lawn. But there’s ...

Q - My old gutters are sagging and pulling away from the house. What is the best way to get them secured to the house again. A - Re-hanging the gutters. Not my most favorite thing to do, but you might ...

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 ...

Cleaning your home’s gutters is a messy job, but someone undoubtedly should do it. Stopped-up gutters can cause major problems, from wet basements to ruined siding and trim to damaged interior walls.