Homeowner uncertain whether pitch is the problem or wider gutter needed.

We clean our open rain gutters at least five times a year but they still overflow in heavy rains. I’m baffled and am wondering if gutters are really necessary. I have seen homes without them.

If gutters are seen overflowing during a rainstorm, homeowners are advised to observe from a safe distance and take note of problem areas.

But there is still a chance rainwater can flow past the gutters in a heavy downpour. If your gutters have a screen to keep leaves and debris out, this may add to the overflow problem.

Home Fix: Dwight Barnett answers home-improvement questions. This week's topic is on pop-up gutter drains and how to keep house gutters from overflowing.

Properly installed gutters keep the integrity of your home intact by draining water from rain away from your home, thwarting any unwanted and potentially costly water damage.

Cleaning out gutters can be risky business and avoiding the job can turn into a major headache, causing damage to your home. Gutter Helmet is a patented gutter protection system designed to be inst… ...

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

When gutters are obstructed by leaves, pine needles, acorns, or other debris, water can overflow and pool near the ... Splash blocks and trenching are also used in problem areas to manage drainage in ...

Gutters play a major role when it comes to managing rain water. Without gutters, rain can run off your roof and onto the ground near your foundation, potentially splattering dirt on your siding or ...

Professional gutter installation costs between $8 and $15 per linear foot, more than twice the cost of doing it yourself. Read on to find out how to install rain gutters.