Gutter Videos

General contractor Tom Silva teaches host Kevin O’Connor what he needs to know about gutter downspouts, including how they work and the different types of downspouts on the market.

In this DIY Smarts project, Tom Silva helps a homeowner solve a problem with leaky gutters over their patio.

Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows Kevin O’Connor a few ways to handle storm water, including French drains, channel drains, and dry wells

Everyone knows the importance of diverting water away from a house, but sometimes, a traditional gutter and downspout simply won’t work. Roger Cook evaluates a couple alternatives for moving rainwater effectively.

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva installs a gutter alternative where a traditional gutter does not work—and tells us how to do it.

Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook installs a decorative and functional alternative to a downspout.

Here are the steps, tools, and costs you’ll need to add gutters, downspouts, and rain barrels to your house.

In this guide and video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows us how to perform several common gutter and downspout repairs.

This Old House landscape contractor, Roger Cook, shares tips for draining downspout rainwater away from your house.

This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows a homeowner a quick and easy solution for her dripping gutters.

Read our step-by-step guide on how to install aluminum gutters for a durable, efficient drainage system that protects your home from water damage.

In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows how to collect valuable rainwater for use in the garden

A rain diverter can protect your home from water damage and ensure a dry and safe entryway. Learn how to install a rain diverter in our guide.