As a writer for Forbes Home since 2021, Emily specializes in writing about home warranties, solar installations, car transportation and moving companies. With a background in journalism and experience ...

Jeff Somers is a freelancer who has been writing about writing, books, personal finance, and home maintenance since 2012. When not writing, Jeff spends his free time fixing up his old house. He has ...

If you're sick and tired of climbing a ladder to scoop leaves out of gutters, gutter guards and covers may be an answer. However, they're not a replacement for regular gutter cleaning. Gutter guards ...

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 scoop leaves ...

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Did you know that, according to the World Health Organization, ladder falls result in 164,000 emergency room-treated injuries and 300 deaths in the United States each year? For many homeowners, the ...

LeafFilter promises to prevent gutter clogs. See how the system performs, its cost, and where it falls short for your home.

Q: You've written many times about gutter guards but you don't seem to have found one you like. What's your advice? The mesh gutter guard seems the most promising. A: I have been testing gutter guards ...