Gutters with a build-up of ice and snow - Suzanne Tucker/Shutterstock Cleaning gutters is a task that nobody really looks forward to. Frankly, it's kind of gross, but neglecting your gutters does more ...

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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.

Cleaning your house’s gutters is a messy job, but someone has to do it. Leaf-clogged, stopped-up gutters can cause major problems, including wet basements, ruined siding or trim, and water-damaged ...

It might not seem like it makes much of a difference, and it’s certainly not the most enjoyable task, but cleaning your gutters is more important than you might think. When your gutters become clogged ...

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 ...

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 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 ...

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*Refers to the latest 2 years of stltoday.com stories. Cancel anytime. I have 5-inch guttering that was replaced within the past year. Now it has black streaks running down it every 3-4 inches. What ...