What Are Gutter Guards?

February 24, 2023

Are you tired of cleaning the gutters along the roof of your house? We understand, and it's a very messy chore. Still, keeping your gutter system clean is crucial to avoid clogs and prevent damage to foundation plantings and the foundation itself. Fortunately, there's an easy-to-install solution to this problem.

Gutter Guards, Your Gutter's Best Friend

The primary purpose of gutter guards is to keep the inside of your gutters clean and free of debris. Usually made of aluminum, plastic, lightweight metal, or even nylon mesh, a gutter guard is a piece of hardware made to fit the width of your gutters. It covers the gutter's surface to keep the debris away without affecting water flow toward the downspouts.


There are many benefits to installing gutter guards:

• Gutter guards help gutters work more quickly and efficiently, moving water away from your home.


• Prevent spillage during heavy rains when the water threatens to overflow your gutters.


• Reduce the chances of ice dams by effectively draining water before it can freeze inside the gutter.


• Reduce gutter cleaning frequency, and when you do your maintenance cleaning, there will be less debris to clean, which makes it far more manageable.


• Prevent mold and mildew by keeping your gutters clean and free of the debris mold spores best thrive in.


• By keeping your gutter clean of combustible debris, gutter guards could protect your home against fire. The University of California mentions that the best gutter guards for this purpose should be made of metal.


• It prevents birds, rodents, and insects from entering your guttering system.


• A complete guttering system with gutter guards will raise your property's value and appeal.


• Protect your home from water spilling onto the roof, pooling against the fascia board, or at your home's base. All of these issues pose potential risks of structural damage.

Because of all of these benefits, your gutter will also last longer. There's no question that gutter guards are a good investment. However, which one should you choose?

What To Consider When Choosing the Best Gutter Guards

There are many types of gutter guards in the market. They vary in the way they work and the materials they are made of. Here's a comprehensive list of available gutter guards you could install in your home. Choose the one that works best for you and your budget.

• Brush Gutter Guards
  These are among the cheapest gutter guard options. They are made of heavy-duty bristles and are pretty straightforward and quick to install. Brush Gutter Guards are your best bet if you are looking for the most budget-friendly gutter guard solution. Still, you should keep in mind that these don't protect against small debris and are a little bothersome since you will need to take the brush guard entirely out of the gutter to clean it.


• Foam Gutter Guards
  This gutter guard uses a barrier mechanism to block all debris from entering your gutter system. They are usually made of porous materials like polyether or polyurethane foam to allow the water to pass through. They also need to be taken out when cleaning and can constitute fire hazards because of the materials they are made of. Yet, they are also an affordable gutter guard to buy and easy to install.


• Mesh or screens Gutter Guards
  These gutter guards are usually placed on top of the gutter and use a screen or mesh made of stainless steel with tiny holes to keep debris out of the gutter. These gutter guards are very effective and can keep even sand, grains, and twigs out of your gutter system. Of course, it all depends on the quality of the mesh or screen and how small those tiny holes actually are.
  
  Even though this type of gutter guard is a little more expensive, mesh or screens gutter guards are among the best in the market, and we highly recommend them. However, to rip all the benefits of this solution, make sure you hire a professional to install them properly.


• Solid Cover Gutter Guards
  If you were looking for the gutter guard with the longest lifespan, then this is it. Solid cover gutter guards offer thorough protection to your gutters because they cover them completely. Because of their design, water flows directly into the gutter while all debris falls to the ground. The only downside is that these are more visible than our other gutter guard options and slightly more expensive. Still, the benefits well outweigh these issues, and you should consider them for your home if you want to give your gutters as little maintenance as possible while still keeping them in top form.

Have you chosen the perfect gutter guard for your home? Now, you only need the best company to help you get them.

Gutter Guards Installation With Rain Gutters Solution

There are many benefits that gutter guards offer to both residential and commercial owners, and the best way to take advantage of these benefits is by purchasing and installing your gutter guards with a trusted and experienced company.

Rain Gutters Solution is a family-owned company with over 20 years of experience serving the South Florida community and surrounding areas. Our business strives to provide customers with exceptional quality, timely completion of work, superior service, and guaranteed satisfaction. We offer services and materials for seamless gutters, custom rain gutters, and gutter guards in both commercial and residential locations. When manufacturing, repairing, or cleaning rain gutters, we deliver results of the utmost quality.

Get your gutter system to the next level by calling us at (305) 270-7779 or filling out the contact form. Our high-skilled professionals will provide the guidance you need to choose the best gutter guard for you and install them so seamlessly that they will last for ages!

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