Do you really need rain gutters to divert water from your home to avoid damage? Not necessarily. Rain gutters can effectively divert rainwater away from a building’s foundation, but they are not the only option. There are several other ways to divert rainwater...
Gardening in rain gutters is all the rage these days. However, quite a few plants thrive in a rain gutter environment. The thought of strawberries in rain gutters may never have crossed your mind, but you can turn your humdrum gutters into a place to grow rain gutter...
Leaf guards for gutters are designed to protect your gutters from dirt, debris, and fallen shrub rubbish, such as twigs and leaves. Before we dive into whether or not you still need to clean your gutters even if you have leaf guards, let’s take a look at what a leaf...
The cost of rain gutters can vary significantly depending on the size of your home and the type of gutters you choose. There are plenty of inexpensive options, and you can save even more money by installing them yourself. But there’s a good chance you won’t be happy...
There’s a lot to consider when choosing a new rain gutter for your home, like shape, material, and total cost. Gutters are an integral part of your home’s drainage system, and a poorly installed gutter can lead to devastation during a big rain storm. In addition to...
If you’ve spent hours of your spring on a ladder cleaning out your gutters, you might want to consider leaf guards. These simple guards can keep a significant amount of leaves and debris out of your gutters, so your job will be much easier next spring. But if your...
