What Is Gutter Protection and Why Do I Need it?
Gutter protection involves the addition of gutter guards (aka leaf guards, gutter screens) for the purpose of improving water flow, reducing clogs, and preventing a costly gutter repair.
Think of your house like the human body and its gutters like the arteries that transport fluids where they need to go. If your arteries become clogged or blocked, your body can’t function appropriately and suffers greatly.
In a similar fashion, a failing gutter system can be catastrophic for a homeowner. At the least, overflowing rainwater destroys your lawn and landscaping. At worst, it creates cracks and settlement issues at the base of your foundation. This type of damage is not typically covered by homeowners’ insurance.
Clogged and blocked gutters also offer a perfect environment for pests such as mosquitoes, ants, and rats.
What Are Gutter Guards and How Do They Work?
The primary function of gutter guards is to prevent leaves, twigs, and other debris from depositing into your gutters.
Smaller particles can still work their way in but are usually carried away during the next heavy rainfall.
This type of gutter protection also helps minimize snags, tears, dents, rust, and premature deterioration.
Even the best gutter guards can’t completely remove the need for maintenance, they make gutter cleaning much simpler and can double (sometimes even quadruple) the time between cleanings.
What Type of Gutter Protection Is Best for My Home?
There isn’t a ‘one-size-fits-all’ when it comes to gutter protection. There are many factors to take into account before deciding on which type of gutter guard to install:
- The pitch and shingle type of your house’s roof.
- The amount and type of trees on your property, especially those that overhang your guttering.
- Rainfall
- The type of existing gutter products you have installed.
For instance, K-Style and half-round gutter systems require different solutions. For these and other reasons, Pro Gutter Cleaning places value on customizing a system that meets the needs of your home and environment.
Remember, a store-bought DIY solution won’t save you time or money if it doesn’t do the job correctly!
What Types of Guards Are Available?
There are quite a few gutter guards on the market. You may already be familiar with the ‘mesh’ type guards. These vary enormously in terms of price and quality. At Pro Gutter Cleaning, we recommend and install three primary styles of gutter guards.
Ready to Learn More About the Right Type of Gutter Protection for Your Home? Contact Pro Gutter Cleaning for a free, professional consultation and estimate to meet your gutter protection needs.
Now Pro Gutter Cleaning is available in Narre Warren North Victoria 3804, Australia.
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Pro Gutter Cleaning Melbourne
50 Fitzgerald Rd, Hallam VIC 3803
(03) 9034 9094
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