HomeServe details six effective methods to thaw frozen gutters, including using calcium chloride, hot water, and ensuring proper attic insulation.

Depending on your location, you may be all too familiar with gutters clogging and freezing in the winter. This accessory may ...

"While icicles are rarely sharp or large enough to impale a person, they can still cause bruises, cuts, and broken bones when they fall. In fact, about 15 people are killed by icicles annually in the ...

Last night, I noticed that there was ice forming on the side of my house. Further investigation revealed that one of the main downspouts was frozen, which I'm guessing caused a nice chain reaction and ...

Snow days at home are exciting, but your roof and gutters may beg to differ. Major snowfall causes accumulation, which can mean serious damage. That’s why so many homeowners invest in heat cables for ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

This spring, get your head into the gutter and think about your home’s drainage system. Rain can bring foundation problems if your home’s gutters and downspouts aren’t working properly to redirect ...

Q: I’m re-roofing my barn with metal roofing. I was thinking of extending the roof 18 inches past the walls so dripping water falls farther away from the barn. Right now I’ve got gutters, and I’m ...