Gutter Guards
How Do Gutter Guards Work?
Keeping your gutters clean is a key part of protecting your home. With humid climates, leaves, sticks, and other forms of debris can quickly accumulate in your gutters. This can lead to clogs that cause water damage or even flooding in and around your home. Investing in gutter guards can prevent these scenarios and bring you peace of mind. Gutter guards are designed to protect your gutters from debris while still allowing water flow so that there is no risk of blockages or flooding. Having a professional properly install top-quality gutter guards now can help save you time, money, and stress in the long run.At Landmark Roofing, we uniquely understand the importance of installing gutter guards. We are familiar with the unfortunate results of clogged gutters and are committed to helping homeowners proactively avoid unnecessary damage and inconvenience. Our experienced professionals only use the best materials and can set up dependable gutter guards in any residential or commercial building. Plus, we also install new gutter systems and conduct repairs, so we are prepared to offer a full suite of custom solutions that will keep your roof and structure in top shape. Gutter guards are designed to work in a variety of ways depending on the type of guard you purchase. Popular types of gutter guards include mesh screens, solid covers, or brush guards. When you meet with one of our expert roofers, we will evaluate the needs of your home, walk you through your options, and recommend which gutter guard type is best.
We are prepared to install any of the following types of gutter guards:
- Mesh gutter guards: These guards are made from materials like vinyl-coated steel or aluminum mesh, which allow rainwater to filter through while blocking pests, leaves, and other debris. The mesh is designed with tiny holes that are small enough to block out leaves and large objects but still allow water to pass through without restriction. Mesh gutter guards are available in multiple installation styles and tend to perform better than screen gutter guards.
- Solid cover gutter guards: Solid cover gutter guards are typically made of plastic or aluminum and fit snugly over your gutters, protecting them from debris while still allowing water flow. These guards work by creating a barrier between the gutter and the elements while still providing an unobstructed channel for water to drain away. Unlike mesh guards, solid covers completely cover the gutter system and eliminate the possibility of leaves and other debris entering the system in the first place. Additionally, these gutter covers are designed with a slight curve, which helps to guide rainwater towards your downspouts without risk of overflow or flooding.
- Brush gutter guards: These guards are made from durable bristles that collect leaves, sticks, and other debris while still allowing water to flow freely. The bristles act like a filter, trapping leaves and other objects on the top side of the guard, ensuring that your gutters are kept clear and free-flowing. The design of these gutter guards is flexible enough to fit most standard gutter systems, and they tend to be very affordable. They do require frequent cleaning, as they only trap debris.
- Screen gutter guards: Screen gutter guards consist of a perforated plastic or metal sheet that is placed atop your gutters. The sheet contains holes designed to block debris, but they are often large enough for smaller forms of debris to pass through. While cost-effective, screen gutter guards are not usually as durable as other options.
- Micro-mesh gutter guards: As their name would imply, micro-mesh gutter guards are fundamentally similar to mesh gutter guards but take their design a step further. They use finely woven mesh screens to catch even the smallest types of debris. The downside is they reduce flow rate, which can be problematic if your home or structure sees consistent rain. We can advise whether this solution is appropriate.
- Reverse-curve gutter guards: Also called surface-tension gutter guards, this design consists of an aluminum or plastic hood with a curved edge. When properly installed, reverse-curve gutter guards leave a gap between the gutter lip and the guard itself. This allows debris to slide off the curve of the guard as water moves with the curve and into your gutters. Reverse-curve gutter guards can falter during heavy rain, however, and they can be aesthetically unappealing to some homeowners.
- Foam gutter guards: These guards feature a foam insert that fits inside the gutter and is designed to catch larger pieces of debris while allowing water to pass through it into the gutter. These should only ever be pursued as a temporary solution, as foam requires consistent cleaning to remain effective and is prone to a host of other issues.
Local Leaders in More Than Roofing
We are humbled to be trusted by our communities and give back by donating a portion of our proceeds to local nonprofits and organizations.
Does My Home Need Gutter Guards?
If your home has gutters, we strongly advise you to consider getting gutter guards installed by one of our certified professionals at Landmark Roofing. Without gutter guards, the gutters of your home are susceptible to damage from wind-blown debris, heavy rain, and other environmental elements like snow and ice. Over time, this can cause blockages in the gutters due to leaves, twigs, and other small particles that become stuck along the downspouts or overflow areas. These blockages can lead to water overflowing onto your home’s exterior or even leaking into its interior, causing costly damage that could have been prevented. Even worse, clogged gutters can eventually cause structural issues, including foundation cracking. Do not be caught off guard! Getting gutter guards is the smart choice that will pay off. Our experts will help you choose the right design, ensure it matches the aesthetics of your home, and complete a timely installation. We aim to build partnerships with our customers and will remain available to conduct inspections and repairs should any issues arise.
Contact us online or call (833) 823-ROOF to request an appointment today!
