Rain gutters take a lot of abuse: rushing water during rainstorms, exposure to weather extremes, heavy loads of snow in the coldest climes, clogs of fallen leaves, and the general ravages of time.

Problems with your gutters can be frustrating: Loud drips, water collecting in places it shouldn’t, and water taking an unplanned path, which can cause damage and make rainstorms more trouble than ...

Q. Our aluminum rain gutters leak onto the patio and deck below them, causing stains and ugly dirty areas. I have tried to stop the leaks, but they always come back. Can you help? A. Aluminum gutters ...

Normal wear and tear as well as a harsh winter can cause the seams of aluminum gutters to spring a leak. It's not too hard to repair these leaks when you realize how the professionals put them ...

After 10 years in print journalism, Nick transitioned to the home improvement space. He has specialized in maintenance, mortgages, home warranties, moving, car shipping, home security and more for 7 ...

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › During installation, rain gutter end caps and seams are coated with a flexible gutter ...

Q For several years, we have intermittently had a leak coming through our ceiling above the living room on our first floor. The water doesn’t drip though the ceiling; we just have a spreading brown ...

Q: Lately I’ve noticed water leaking into my basement after heavy rain. It seems to happen every time a storm rolls in, and I’m not sure what the cause is. What should I do to repair the leaks and ...

Finding a place to rest a paint-loaded brush while painting can be a nuisance, sometimes resulting in smears or drips in unwanted places. That won’t happen if an ingenious little gadget called a Firm ...