These gutters for metal roof overhangs drain water from the two adjacent roofing systems. Their ingenious placement makes ...

What type of gutter system pairs well with a flat/low-slope roof? Most gutter systems will work to collect and drain water away from the home’s roof, however, drainage issues may occur due to ...

A gutter system is all that is needed to direct roof water away from the foundation. But, in some areas with heavy clay soil and sloping lots, gutters aren't enough.

Your home’s gutters collect water flowing from the roof and divert it through downspouts to ground level, where the foundation drain system can take over. Advertisement THIS IS AN ADVERTISEMENT ...

Leaves, dirt, and debris can quickly block the path of water that would otherwise drain down your gutter. Blockages force the water to find another path, which is often down the side of your house.

Drain water away. When gutters are installed, ... Water should run off the roof into gutters and through downspouts and hard pipes that drain a minimum of 10 feet away from your home.

Drain water away. When gutters are installed, ... Water should run off the roof into gutters and through downspouts and hard pipes that drain a minimum of 10 feet away from your home.

You can’t stop the rain from falling, but you can control some of the water by using gutters, downspouts and drainage pipes. Here’s a brief primer on gutters and water control. Copper and wood ...

With water drainage problems, though, come opportunities, said Monica Day, a water resources educator with Michigan State University Extension. “Be creative,” Day said. “There are positive ...