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 ...

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Your home’s gutters are the only thing standing between it and winter water damage. While it might sound dramatic, proper ...