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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 investing in gutter guards a good idea or a waste of your hard-earned cash? The gutter system that surrounds the perimeter of a house is essential for protecting the roof, attic, siding, and ...

Ana has 20+ years of experience covering home improvement and business topics for U.S. and international media. She’s been published in U.S. News & World Report, The American Scholar Magazine, ...

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 ...

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