Rain gutters take a lot of abuse: rushing water during rainstorms, exposure to weather extremes, heavy loads of snow in the coldest climes, clogs of fallen leaves, and the general ravages of time.

Big Easy Gutter recommends several straightforward repair methods for stopping leaks, including cleaning the affected area and applying roofing cement. The company notes that these solutions are both ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

1. Clean area with a wire brush or abrasive paper. Wipe area with solvent and allow to dry. Cut a patch to cover the area plus 50mm all around if using fibreglass, 50mm longer for a metal patch. See ...

Gutters play a huge role in the structural integrity of any building. They collect rain run-off from a roof and channel it to downspouts that carry it to the ground and away from the façade and ...

Normal wear and tear as well as a harsh winter can cause the seams of aluminum gutters to spring a leak. It's not too hard to repair these leaks when you realize how the professionals put them ...

Q-The aluminum gutters on my house leak where sections meet and overlap. I sealed these joints by coating them on the inside with asphaltum and other caulking materials, but they soon started leaking ...

Aluminium guttering is not new, but for those considering installing or repairing any rainwater goods it’s worth a look, says Emily Padfield. Guttering is hardly a sexy subject, but when it can be ...