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Dear Jim: I know clogged, overflowing gutters can damage my house structure, but I also heard they can increase my utility bills. Do the gutter guards that rely on the surface tension of water really ...

Is it worth spending money to install gutter guards if you still have to clean them sometimes? For many homeowners, the answer is yes, especially for those who want to climb a ladder and a scoop ...

Gutter guards promise to eliminate the hassle of cleaning your gutters. Which type should you get? Consumer Reports tests find some work far better than others.

Krylov lays out the exact steps to clean your gutters before they backfire on you: Scoop out leaves and debris by hand or use ...

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