Syracuse, NY -- You know that soggy spot in your yard that appears after a rainstorm? That’s not the place for a rain garden. “If you’re directing more water into it, you’ll end up with a pond,” said ...

Downspouts provide a controlled escape route for rainwater flowing through your home's gutters. Unfortunately, these devices ...

Having spent 30+ years in residential construction, contracting, remodeling, maintenance and home repair, Deane now contributes DIY, informational and financial content as a freelance writer and ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Rain gutters shouldn’t be an afterthought. Our guide to gutters will help you choose the right style to keep your roof in good ...

Disconnecting impervious surfaces, like directing gutters onto lawns instead of driveways, can significantly reduce stormwater runoff. Rain barrels offer a free water source for gardens (non-edible) ...