Gutter Videos
These This Old House videos showcase all of our gutter projects, how-tos, and designs.
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How to Install a Patio Drainage System
Mason Mark McCullough helps a homeowner reclaim her beautiful flagstone patio from pools of water after rainfall.
Understanding Gutter Downspouts
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.
How to Repair Gutters
In this DIY Smarts project, Tom Silva helps a homeowner solve a problem with leaky gutters over their patio.
Backyard Drainage Solutions
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
How to Divert Water Without Gutters or Downspouts
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.
How To Install an Alternative to Gutters
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.
How to Install a Rain Chain
Ask This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook installs a decorative and functional alternative to a downspout.
How to Install a Rain Gutter
Here are the steps, tools, and costs you’ll need to add gutters, downspouts, and rain barrels to your house.
How To Repair a Gutter
In this guide and video, This Old House general contractor Tom Silva shows us how to perform several common gutter and downspout repairs.
How To Drain Downspout Water Flow Away From a House
This Old House landscape contractor, Roger Cook, shares tips for draining downspout rainwater away from your house.
How to Repair a Leaky Gutter
This Old House general contractor Tom Silva has a fast fix for a dripping rain gutter
How To Install Aluminum 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.
How To Install a Rainwater Collection Barrel
In this how-to video, This Old House landscape contractor Roger Cook shows how to collect valuable rainwater for use in the garden
How To Install a Rain Diverter
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.