Well-maintained rain gutters are essential for sustaining a home’s integrity.
They protect your home from rotting, leaking, and pest infestations, among other threats, by collecting and guiding rainwater away from your home.
The problem with poorly-maintained gutters is that they can get clogged with leaves and other debris, causing water to accumulate and possibly penetrate and damage your home’s foundation. This is where gutter guards come into play.
Gutter guards are designed to keep debris from infiltrating your home’s gutters, while also allowing rainwater to filter through.
There are several different types of gutter guards and it’s important to figure out which one best fits your home’s needs.
This will depend on various factors including the area you live in, the types of trees and animals that share the neighborhood with you, and the weather in your part of the world.
No gutter guard keeps debris out forever
While many types of gutter covers prevent leaves, pine cones, and other large roof debris from gathering inside gutters, many gutter screens fail to keep fine debris like dirt and shingle granules from collecting inside gutters. A homeowner may occasionally need to sweep the surface of the cover or replace a gutter insert to allow rainwater and melting snow to pass through.
