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Why you should consider covered gutters for your home

by Carrie Hall 02/06/2024

If your home does not have covered gutters, it's worth considering gutter guard options. Keeping your gutters clean ensures proper drainage of rain runoff to avoid damage to your home's foundation. If you're interested in learning more about gutter guard options, here are some of the basic facts to know:

Do covered gutters really work?

Although a covered gutter can't necessarily guarantee you'll be free of issues, it can greatly reduce the amount of time spent cleaning and maintaining your drainage system.

The advantages of using gutter guards

A gutter guard helps in protecting a drainage system from water damage and prevents the spread of waste. Leaves, weeds, feathers and other debris can clog the gutter system quickly and hinder drainage.

Pest populations are also attracted to dripping, dirty gutters and will pose additional risk to your walls, roof and drainage. Installing gutter guards is a simple way to avoid unwanted issues and keep your drainage system clear.

Types of gutter guards

Some gutter guards are made of material meant to trap debris while allowing water to slice through. Micro mesh gutter guards and screen gutter guards are both examples of this concept.

There are also surface tension gutter guards made of metal or plastic, which direct the flow of debris out of the gutter entirely. Surface tension gutter guards, also called reverse curve gutter guards, are generally more costly and trickier to install. Mesh and screen gutter guard varieties are DIY-friendly, affordable and available in dozens of styles and strengths.

Can I put gutter guards on myself?

If your home is only one story tall, installing gutter guards is a relatively simple process requiring basic tools. However, it's safer to opt for professional installation if your gutters are higher than one story.

Gutter maintenance is a key part of protecting your home from the wear and tear of the elements. By using gutter guards, you can avoid serious clogs and make your own home maintenance job much simpler.

About the Author
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Carrie Hall

Carrie has been in the ski resort real estate world for over 20 years as an Realtor, investor, landlord, vacant land owner, and timeshare promotions. A native of the resort town of Whistler, BC, she’s been a full time Park City resident since 2001. Her broad experience includes the sale of vacation properties & homes in the Park City, Midway/Heber, Kamas Valley areas and the surrounding recreational cabin communities.
Carrie is a Certified Negotiation Expert with expertise in environmental issues, water laws and contract law.