Are gutter cleaning tools necessary? Cleaning your gutters at least twice a year is a crucial part of home maintenance. Debris from trees — such as pine needles, branches, twigs and leaves — and other ...

Chris Wedel is a fan of all things tech and gadgets. Living in rural Kansas with his wife and two young boys makes finding ways to stay online tricky — not to mention making my homestead smarter.

Before you consider DIY gutter cleaning, invest in a good ladder. This can be a lifesaver — literally. While any basic ladder will work, we like this 23-foot multi-position aluminum model by Gorilla ...