Q: I recently purchased a two-story home and have noticed that after any bad weather—even light rainfall—my gutters don’t drain properly. My neighbor suggested gutter guards, but they’re pricey. Are ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Kristin is a lead editor at Forbes Home and has nearly a decade of ...

Gutter guard manufacturers promise to make your life easier. Install this awesome system on your roof and you'll never have to clean your gutters again! That's the promise, but how accurate is this?

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. Learn More › A: Yes, we think they are. Gutter with guards need to be cleaned out less frequently.

Installing a gutter guard is time and mone well spent. This reduces time you'll spend removing leaves, dirt and debris that have become wedged in your steps for gutter maintenance, but what if there ...