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Q. My aluminum rain gutters overflow in a hard rain, and I’m sure it is because they are not sloped properly, so the water runs to the downspouts. The reason, I think, is because the fascia boards ...

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Dear Karen: There are several causes of overflowing gutters. They are either clogged, rusted and leak at the seams, and/or they are loose or sloped the incorrect direction. You will not know which of ...

Q: Every time it rains, I see a beautiful cascading waterfall. Unfortunately, the waterfall is right above my front door. Help me keep the rain off my head and explain how to install rain gutters. A: ...

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Everyone knows how crucial a roof is to a home - not only do they protect us from all types of weather conditions but they keep us dry and protect us from extreme ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- Gutters play a significant role in protecting your home by diverting water and melting snow away from it. When your gutters are secure and functioning properly, water ...