# Gutter Guards Direct - URL: https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/ - llms.txt: https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/llms.txt - llms-full.txt: https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/llms-full.txt ## AI Crawler Rules - GPTBot (OpenAI / ChatGPT): ✓ Allowed - OAI-SearchBot (OpenAI / Copilot Search): ✓ Allowed - ClaudeBot (Anthropic / Claude): ✓ Allowed - Google-Extended (Google / Gemini): ✓ Allowed - PerplexityBot (Perplexity AI): ✓ Allowed - DeepSeekBot (DeepSeek): ✓ Allowed - GrokBot (xAI / Grok): ✓ Allowed - meta-externalagent (Meta / LLaMA): ✓ Allowed - PanguBot (Alibaba / Qwen): ✓ Allowed - YandexBot (Yandex / YandexGPT): ✓ Allowed - SputnikBot (Sber / GigaChat): ✓ Allowed - Bytespider (ByteDance / Douyin): ✓ Allowed - Baiduspider (Baidu / ERNIE): ✓ Allowed - claude-web (Anthropic / Claude Web): ✓ Allowed - Amazonbot (Amazon / Alexa): ✓ Allowed - Applebot (Apple / Siri & Spotlight): ✓ Allowed ## Blog Posts - [Are gutter guards worth the money?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/are-gutter-guards-worth-the-money/): We recently received an inquiry from a homeowner in Ann Arbor, Michigan, who wanted to get a quote on gutter... We recently received an inquiry from a homeowner in Ann Arbor, Michigan, who wanted to get a quote on gutter guards. As we often do, I reached out to him first to ask some questions.One of the first questions I asked was, “Do you have or have you had gutter covers in the past.”He said, “No.”I asked him who had been cleaning his gutters. He told me that a handyman had been doing it for years, but is no longer cleaning gutters.I then asked if he had looked at any other gutter guards to date. He said that he had received a quote from LeafGuard, but it was way too expensive. I agree that a system like LeafGuard is expensive. After all, it’s a one-piece, extruded aluminum gutter guard that replaces your gutters and includes an integrated solid surface cover. Imagine a Play-Doh machine that squirts out stars, squares and circles from when we were kids or your kids were kids. This is what LeafGuard does for a combined gutter and guards system.It’s probably the most expensive way to get a gutter guard installed today. But his answer was deeper than just talking about what it was going to cost him for... - [LeafFilter Gutter Guards Review](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/ultimate-gutter-guard-challenge/leaffilter-gutter-guards-review/): Follow along with the audio and graphic above or read the transcript below to learn how LeafFilter micro mesh gutter... Follow along with the audio and graphic above or read the transcript below to learn how LeafFilter micro mesh gutter guards performed in the 2024 Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge series on YouTube. LeafFilter Audio Transcript Audio Transcript: Edited for clarityCommentator: Johnathan SkardonAudio from Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge, Season 2024, Episode 24Here we’re looking at LeafFilter from the north side of the garage. If you look at the top right photo of the May shot, this is 26 months after we initially installed it. The initial installation happened a little over two years prior to this photo being taken. You can quickly scan the three photos and the common denominator is that there’s pretty much always something sitting on top of it. There was really no exception to this fact because at the beginning of year three of our testing with the LeafFilter system [there was still lots of leaves and debris sitting on top of the cover]. We’ve received a lot of comments from people that purport that we installed this product incorrectly, and I just want to be clear we used to be a dealer for this product. We used to install this product for a living. People used to... - [MasterShield Gutter Guards Review](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/ultimate-gutter-guard-challenge/mastershield-gutter-guards-review/): Follow along with the audio and graphic above or read the transcript below to learn how MasterShield micro mesh gutter... Follow along with the audio and graphic above or read the transcript below to learn how MasterShield micro mesh gutter guard performed in the 2024 Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge series on YouTube. MasterShield Audio Transcript Audio Transcript: Edited for clarity Commentator: Johnathan Skardon Audio from Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge, Season 2024, Episode 24 Here we’re looking at MasterShield on the north side of the garage. We originally installed MasterShield in March of 2020. The system, at the point that you see it here, and in that May shot, you can see I have an asterisk there, which indicates that the product had been installed at that point for 26 months. So it had been up there for more than two years. Obviously, it doesn’t look pristine or brand new at that point. And it was a rainy day. Just a couple of interesting points on this system: MasterShield has three strips of copper that are woven into the screen. It’s got a 316 stainless steel screen with the copper that gets woven into that screen. You can see in the middle shot, perhaps, you can see a little bit of the copper look in the screen at the top, the... - [What Is The Real Cost of LeafFilter Gutter Guards?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/what-is-the-real-cost-of-leaffilter-gutter-guards/): If you have seen any one of the hundreds of ads that LeafFilter shows online asking, “What do gutter guards... If you have seen any one of the hundreds of ads that LeafFilter shows online asking, “What do gutter guards cost?,” the answer might surprise you!$12,000 Value to Final Offer of $3,500 (70% Discount)$26,000 Value to Final Offer of $6,500 (75% Discount)$10,038 Value to Final Offer of $7,228 (28% Discount)The numbers above are three recent examples of starting and ending prices on LeafFilter’s plastic mesh gutter covers, as shared with us from homeowners who received quotes from the company. To breakdown the numbers a bit more, LeafFilter was willing to sell the first homeowner 180-feet of gutter guards for $12,000 or $67 per foot. They were also willing to sell the same homeowner the same gutter guard on the same 180-feet of gutter for $19.44 per foot later in the conversation. In the middle example, LeafFilter was willing to sell 330-feet of LeafFilter for $79 per foot, but 20 minutes later dropped the price to only $19.70 per foot. In the final example, LeafFilter offered to install its plastic gutter cover for $72 per foot before lowering it to $51.63 per foot, at which point the homeowner asked the LeafFilter rep to leave. Not to be outdone, the homeowner told me that another... - [GutterDome Gutter Guard Review](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/ultimate-gutter-guard-challenge/gutterdome-gutter-guard-review/): Follow along with the audio and graphic above or read the transcript below to learn how GutterDome micro mesh gutter... Follow along with the audio and graphic above or read the transcript below to learn how GutterDome micro mesh gutter guard performed in the 2024 Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge series on YouTube. GutterDome Audio Transcript Audio Transcript: Edited for clarityCommentator: Johnathan SkardonAudio from Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge, Season 2024, Episode 24Now we’re looking at GutterDome from the north side of the garage.I first got my hands on GutterDome in about 2011 or 2012. It was, I believe, a spin-off of another system. I really like the look of this one. I think if you were looking for a gutter guard that was really attractive, this one fits the bill. However, that’s about where it ends.It is also a micro mesh gutter guard. You can see on the top right photo there in the May shot that it has a relatively fine micro mesh screen. You can see the debris: Locust flowers, a couple of pine needles and even some shingle granules that have come off the roof. By and large that stuff is too large to get through the screen opening on that system. So it’s kind of a nice combination. It’s a nice look. It’s an extruded metal system.... - [ArmourGuard Gutter Guard Review](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/ultimate-gutter-guard-challenge/armourguard/): ArmourGuard Year Tested: 2024 Debris Intake Rank: 1st Place Water Intake Rank: 3rd Place Follow along with the audio and... ArmourGuard Year Tested: 2024 Debris Intake Rank: 1st Place Water Intake Rank: 3rd Place Follow along with the audio and graphic above to learn how ArmourGuard micro mesh gutter guard performed in the 2024 Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge series on YouTube. Audio Transcript: Edited for clarity Commentator: Johnathan Skardon Audio from Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge, Season 2024, Episode 24 This is ArmourGuard that we installed on the north side of the garage. If you look at the May shot, at the top, you can see that the product is sitting pretty much flat inside the gutter. In fact, we had flattened this one. It was designed to install within the gutter. It screwed in on the front lip; it had a little 90 degree bend on the back of it, and you would screw it to the front lip and then the fascia board on the back side of the gutter. It was also a five inch panel and we had a six inch gutter and, just to be perfectly honest, I didn't want to take the gutter off and have to create a new gutter for the 5" inch version of it in order to make it fit properly.... - [Roof Valleys Suck and There’s Not Much You Can Do About It!](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-problems/roof-valleys-suck-and-theres-not-much-you-can-do-about-it/): If you’re reading this article, you might own a home with one or more roof valleys. You know, the area... If you’re reading this article, you might own a home with one or more roof valleys. You know, the area on your roof where two or more roof surfaces meet. A long or short channel that rockets water towards an inside corner of the house every time it rains. Made from metal, asphalt shingles, and rubber membranes, roof valleys are a challenge in good times and bad.Let’s reveal the punch line up front: there’s not much you can do about optimizing water flows in roof valleys other than moving to a house that has nothing but straight runs of gutter.In this article, we’ll reveal several options from a list of not-so-great options.What is a Roof Valley?A roof valley is literally a channel between two roof surfaces. If you were to draw a V, it would be the point of the V, but in a linear form. Roof valleys can be as short as a few feet and as long as 60-feet. For most homes, they’re likely no more than 30-feet long. The height and pitch of your roof determines how challenging a roof valley will be. The steeper the roof and the longer the valley, the more water will collect... - [Perforated vs Micro Mesh Gutter Guards: Which is Better?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/perforated-vs-micro-mesh-gutter-guards-which-is-better/): This article will examine different leaf protectors in detail in a head-to-head review of perforated vs micro mesh gutter guards:... This article will examine different leaf protectors in detail in a head-to-head review of perforated vs micro mesh gutter guards: Which is better? We have been testing gutter guards on my garage since March of 2020. In that time, we have looked at more than 20 different gutter protection systems ranging from simple perforated aluminum panels with holes and slots to expensive, extruded aluminum micro mesh gutter guards.  We have determined that the less expensive perforated aluminum gutter guards may be just as effective at keeping debris out of your gutters as the fancier micro mesh leaf guards that often sell for twice the price. But there are caveats that are worth exploring. Gutter Guards Testing Environment To put this into perspective, each leaf guard has been tested for about a year, side-by-side, in a pretty rigorous environment. We're not dropping leaves on the rooftop and blowing them off with a leaf blower. We're not spraying the gutter guards with a water hose. We're letting Mother Nature do her thing, over an extended period of time, and documenting it along the way. https://youtu.be/HiqqVNW0bCM Two Eco-systems on One Garage During the 2nd year, we tested several perforated aluminum gutter guards on... - [New house. New gutters. New problem. How new gutter guards stopped gutter cleaning in Nolensville, Tennessee](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/gutter-guards-nolensville-tennessee/): Odds are the last thing you want to do after you buy a new home is get into the gutter... Odds are the last thing you want to do after you buy a new home is get into the gutter cleaning business.That's exactly what this Nolensville, Tennessee, homeowner learned that he would have to do after they built this custom home at the end of the street. The homeowners picked this lot because it was at the end of the street, under a couple of large Oak trees. The couple had no intention of cutting down the trees, but they also had no plans to regularly clean their gutters.They reached out to us and asked if we could help them with their leaf and debris problem. It was evident upon arrival that they had a problem. They already had plenty of leaves and small branches that had dropped into the gutters behind the garage, and with some of those gutters on the 2nd level, the problem was going to get worse before it got better.Because they have oak trees and because they have a steep pitched roof with several valleys (where two roof surfaces meet), we recommended micro mesh gutter guards as the best option. Unfortunately, the house had 5" gutters. Being new, the couple had no interest in upsizing to 6-inch gutters. We... - [Magazines profit from publishing fake gutter guard reviews](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/gutter-guard-reviews/): Well-known print and online publications Forbes, Architectural Digest, and This Old House magazines are using their editorial might and millions of monthly readers to... Well-known print and online publications Forbes, Architectural Digest, and This Old House magazines are using their editorial might and millions of monthly readers to publish misleading, if not bogus, gutter guard reviews.As publishers fortunes wane, print magazines that once relied on paid subscribers and advertisements from well-heeled brands have begun filling its web pages with topics about which they have no discernible knowledge.While you'd think that the staff members at ThisOldHouse.com would know a lot about gutters and gutter covers, when it comes to publishing gutter guard reviews, these publications have opted for the path of least resistance.In September 2010, Consumer Reports magazine published its first and only gutter guards review. According to the magazine, CR spent 16-months testing several gutter covers on small roofs specifically designed and built for the test.We wrote about it here in 2010.Without rehashing all the details, the final results from  Consumer Reports Gutter Guards Test Environment Consumer Reports' tests showed that two micro mesh gutter guards -- LeafFilter and GutterGlove Pro -- won the gutter guard reviews.LeafFilter was rated the #1 Professionally Installed gutter protection system, and GutterGlove Pro was rated the #1 Do-It-Yourself gutter guard.This test was the equivalent of pitting a Toyota Camry against a Honda Accord and announcing that both vehicles were winners in different... - [We review 9 top-selling gutter guards to see how they’re faring one month after installation](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/gutter-guards-reviewed/): One month into our test of some of the most popular micro mesh and solid gutter covers on the market,... https://youtu.be/cADuWDdLF9gOne month into our test of some of the most popular micro mesh and solid gutter covers on the market, what has changed since we installed the gutter guards, and will these changes foretell the gutter guards’ future? Admittedly, it’s been a slow first month. We installed the gutter guards in March 2020, well before trees had started to bud, blossom and bloom. We’ve had plenty of time to get to know the gutter guards in the first five episodes, and we’re waiting patiently for the onslaught of late-spring helicopters, oak tassels, and locust flowers to test the will and fortitude of the gutter guards. In Episode 6 of the Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge 2021, we begin to see early signs of flowers, blooms and debris falling off the trees and landing on the gutter guards. We had an opportunity to look at all 12 gutter guards, up close, to give you a perspective of how the gutter guards are faring after some of the early spring flowers, leaves and buds are beginning to change in complexion of the gutter guards.(By the way, if you live anywhere in Ohio and want your gutter guards or gutters installed right once and for all, we can help. Based... - [Water Drip Test: 6 Micro Mesh Gutter Guards Reviewed and Ranked](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-problems/gutter-guards-water-drip-test/): One of the top questions we get asked is "how well do gutter guards work in the rain?" Check out... https://youtu.be/6N3LzESHskkThis article accompanies Episode 5 in the Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge 2021.What do you think the top 2 questions we are asked about gutter guards?I won’t keep you in suspense. Here they are:How well will [insert name here] gutter guards keep out leaves and debris from my gutters?How well do they work in the rain?I’m going to answer question #2, from a slightly different perspective and vantage point.I’ll stand under the gutters and observe the leading edge, face and bottom of the gutters to determine how much water moves across the face and onto the bottom of the gutter before it drips to the ground.There are so many variables that determine how well a gutter guard will perform when it rains, it’s a difficult question to answer unless I’m standing in front of or looking at a picture of your home.Sometimes gutter guards do great in the rain, and other times, poorly. In an ideal world, every gutter guard would absorb every drop of water that falls from the sky, but that’s simply not possible in most environments.Factors that determine how well a gutter guard will perform in the rain include the roof pitch and shape, how many levels your house has,... - [Ultimate Gutter Guards Challenge 2021: Test setting and gutter guards we’re testing](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/gutter-guards-challenge/): https://youtu.be/wMKMljAgS_I In March 2020, two runs of dirty, old, mangled, 5” gutters were removed from my garage and replaced with... https://youtu.be/wMKMljAgS_IIn March 2020, two runs of dirty, old, mangled, 5” gutters were removed from my garage and replaced with 12 new sections of 6” gutters. Each gutter has its own downspout. Six sections of gutter are located on both the north and south sides of the garage.The Ultimate Gutter Guards Challenge 2021 is running for one calendar year. That way, each gutter guard will be exposed to Mother Nature in spring, summer, fall and winter. By extending the tests for 12-months, we’ll be able to accurately assess the gutter guards in the worst conditions and provide you with an accurate analysis of how the guards performed.The written word will be augmented by video. Lots of video that will go into far greater detail than I can capture on paper. I will climb the ladder every week or two to see what’s going on and report my findings.In one or two early videos, I referred to the north side of the garage having 5 sections of gutter in some cases and 6 sections at other times. Apparently, I cannot count! There are six, not 5, sections of gutter on the north side just as there are 6 sections of gutter on... - [LeafFilter and GutterGlove were top rated gutter guards, but how do they rank a decade later?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/gutter-guard-review-challenge/): https://youtu.be/QXyYo2jlWGU Finding comprehensive and credible gutter guard reviews is darn near impossible. Search the web and you’ll find plenty of... https://youtu.be/QXyYo2jlWGUFinding comprehensive and credible gutter guard reviews is darn near impossible. Search the web and you’ll find plenty of paid-placement services such as NCR (not National Cash Register), ConsumersAdvocate.com and many other no-name websites claiming to review gutter guards. If you look under the surface, however, you’ll find that these websites are generally nothing more than paid placement advertising and lead generation websites disguised as legitimate review services.Oh, you thought these sites are legitimate and provide unbiased information?Sorry to break the news to you. They’re only as legit as the revenue they generate from the advertisers who pay to keep them in business. What about Gutter Guard Consumer Reports? Even legitimate testing publications like Consumer Reports sorely missed the mark with its one and only gutter guards review - all the way back in September 2010 – a decade ago.And why hasn’t Consumer Reports conducted another review of gutter guards in a decade or more?Let’s not kid ourselves, finding a quality gutter guard can be a daunting task. Unenviable at best and confusing at worst, how can every professionally installed gutter guard be the “best” on the market as manufacturers often claim? How do you know which gutter guard is... - [MasterShield Gutter Guards Loveland Ohio](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/mastershield-gutter-guards-loveland-ohio/): When I contacted the homeowner in Loveland, Ohio, to learn about her gutter needs, she was a bit tepid and... When I contacted the homeowner in Loveland, Ohio, to learn about her gutter needs, she was a bit tepid and standoffish. The first thing she said to me was, ‘I have a lot of experience with gutter guards. I want something that works because nothing we’ve installed before works.’I’ve always liked a challenge. After all, installing gutters isn’t rocket science, but getting it right can be challenge, especially since most gutter installers don’t use a level when installing gutters, much less their imagination to improve a situation..https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BvIH-ep5aBQWe listen - and we're competent installers I assured her that we are different from most gutter installers. We would actually take the time to understand what the problems were and figure out a solution to those problems. Fair enough. She liked what I said and invited me to her home to review her current situation. This Loveland property suffered a Leafguard failure due to bad workmanship I was greeted by her husband and her. They walked me out onto the driveway. I asked what systems they had previously installed on their home. His answer was, “LeafGuard and MasterShield.” LeafGuard had failed in a big way I asked, “What did you like about LeafGuard?”... - [Coronavirus, COVID-19 and Gutter Guards Direct](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/company-news/coronavirus-covid-19-gutter-guards-direct/): By now, you have likely seen tens of statements posted on websites and received in your email box all stating... By now, you have likely seen tens of statements posted on websites and received in your email box all stating very similar things about employee and customer safety. We operate from the States of Ohio, Kentucky and Tennessee. All three States have enacted stay-at-home guidelines that determine who can and cannot go to work. Each State has provisions in its orders that deem "construction" and "building maintenance" as "essential" work. In other words, we can continue helping homeowners in need. What is essential work? We have a client who had 4-inches of water in her basement a few weeks ago. We installed new 6" gutters and MasterShield and Gutter Rx gutter guards on top of the new gutters. We redesigned her gutter system to redirect the water away from the areas of infiltration into her home. She no longer has water in her basement. We installed gutter guards to keep pine needles, twigs, leaves and debris from clogging her gutters so her basement will continue to remain dry. Based on our interpretation of the definitions issued by the States, this work fell under "building maintenance." I think you'd agree that having water in your basement for an extended period of... - [GutterTalk Blog merges with GutterGuardsDirect.com](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/company-news/guttertalk-blog-joins-gutterguardsdirect/): I started GutterTalk Blog as a standalone website in 2010 to educate homeowners about gutter guards and gutters. The purpose... I started GutterTalk Blog as a standalone website in 2010 to educate homeowners about gutter guards and gutters. The purpose of the blog was to provide high quality, reliable, and timely information.Since its inception, GutterTalk Blog has been a forum for unbiased and helpful information.It has granted homeowners access to practical tips, expert advice, and candid discussion in an environment where everyone claims to have the "best gutter guards.".A trusted and credible information sourceGutterTalk Blog has been featured in newspapers across the USA. Our articles and insight have helped thousands of homeowners, who have called us hundreds of times, looking for help and clarity about their own gutter guard and guttering needs, problems, and journey.We know for a fact that our competitors use information from the blog to train their sales reps and promote their own products and services. Yet, we have remained quiet in the background, rarely highlighting or pitching our own products and services.Compare gutter guard systemsThere are few industries that are as confusing as the gutter guard business. I have said for years that the more you research gutter guards, the more confusing it gets. It's the antithesis of shopping for a car, a piece of furniture, or a TV.... - [Will installing gutter guards under shingles void your shingle warranty?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/will-gutter-guards-void-shingle-warranty/): If we’ve heard this once, we’ve heard it a million times. This has become an urban legend — spread by... If we’ve heard this once, we’ve heard it a million times. This has become an urban legend -- spread by gutter guard makers over the years -- in an attempt to sway consumer sentiment their way. Installing gutter guards under shingles WILL void your shingle warranty! Warranty scare tactics After all, if a contractor is selling a gutter guard that cannot install under the shingles, then their best tactic is to scare homeowners by telling them that installing gutter guards under their shingles will void their shingle warranty! We’ve never seen it. A voided warranty, that is. And logically, it doesn’t make sense.  One of the key components of any roofing system is sticking metal under the shingles. Be it drip edging or rake edging or step flashing. Each of these components is designed to install under shingles. Each is designed to do one thing: prevent water from leaking into your house.(By the way, if you live anywhere in Ohio and want your gutter guards or gutters installed right once and for all, we can help. Based in Dayton, we serve greater Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and beyond. Contact Gutter Guards Direct today for a fast quote and for a gutter system that finally works and protects your home all the way.) Can... - [Water in your basement? 8 reasons why your gutters are the likely culprit!](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-problems/water-in-basement-gutters-likely-culprit/): When water rolls off a roof by the buckets-full and cascades over the top of your gutters, down the exterior... When water rolls off a roof by the buckets-full and cascades over the top of your gutters, down the exterior walls, to the ground below, you know you have a problem. As water seeps into the ground, down the foundation wall, into your basement, you need to take care of this problem. When you have a leaky basement, it's time to act — STAT! (By the way, if you live anywhere in Ohio and want your gutter guards or gutters installed right once and for all, we can help. Based in Dayton, we serve greater Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and beyond. Contact Gutter Guards Direct today for a fast quote and for a gutter system that finally works and protects your home all the way.) Who do you call when you have water in your basement? You could call a basement waterproofing company. They'll be glad to jackhammer your basement floors, install an elaborate drainage system, and waterproof your basement walls in an effort to keep water out. However, if the cause of the water problem isn't addressed, it may result in you flushing thousands of dollars down the drain when fixing the problem could be much easier and less expensive.... - [Gutter Cleaning: 7 Steps for keeping your gutters clean](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-maintenance/gutter-cleaning-7-steps-to-clean-gutters/): No matter the time of year, if you haven’t climbed a ladder to peek inside your gutters recently, odds are... No matter the time of year, if you haven’t climbed a ladder to peek inside your gutters recently, odds are your gutters are due for a cleaning. While gutter cleaning is likely low on your list of enjoyable weekend activities, this article highlights several reasons why this unpopular seasonal chore is vital for the well-being of a healthy home. Gutters are the primary mechanism for moving water off a roof and away from a home's foundation. This may not seem like a big deal, but one inch of rain washing off the roof of a typical 2,000 square foot home can account for as much as 1,200 gallons of water. Based on the average rainfall for the Midwest, that adds up to nearly 32,000 gallons of water per year – enough water to fill 2 average sized swimming pools!   Gutter holding leaves, debris and water prior to gutter cleaning and installing gutter guards Clogged gutters are the leading cause of water in basements  The #1 cause of flooded basements and foundation damage is clogged gutters. When gutters clog, water is unable to flow freely, which results in the gutters filling with water and cascading over the front and back... - [How we helped a client score a new, nearly free roof](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/how-we-helped-a-client-score-a-new-nearly-free-roof/): What started as a gutter and gutter guard job morphed into full-blown exterior renovation that included a new roof paid... Having spent over 20-years in the gutter, we’ve seen plenty of good, bad and ugly roofs. When we first visited this home in Whitehall, just outside Columbus, Ohio, we could barely see the roof among the two large fir trees that enveloped the front of the home. We were called by the homeowner to provide an estimate for new gutters and gutter guards. The gutters were plastic and had more or less fallen apart. They were crammed full of pine needles. The roof had pine needles inches thick on top of the shingles and the limbs from the fir trees were overhanging the house. Candidly, it was a mess! What's the best gutter guard for pine needles? The homeowner said that she was looking to move within a year or two and wanted to make improvements to her house without breaking the bank. We agreed that replacing her undersized 4" plastic gutters with 5" aluminum gutters would do the trick.  Fir tree debris clogs gutters Because she had two large fir trees, I recommended MicroScreen gutter guards as the only way to keep pine needles out of her gutters. Since the plastic gutters had performed so poorly, and perhaps because... - [Knoxville gutters leaking on a 1920s colonial; attention to detail saves the day](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/knoxville-gutters-leak-1920s-colonial/): If you’ve read our blog, you’ve likely learned how important it is for your gutters to be pitched properly towards... If you’ve read our blog, you’ve likely learned how important it is for your gutters to be pitched properly towards the downspouts in order to drain water. While this concept seems obvious — properly pitching gutters from end-to-end — it is surprisingly difficult to find in practice as found on these Knoxville gutters. Take this 1920s Knoxville, Tennessee, colonial. When the homeowner contacted us - citing that her recently installed 6” aluminum gutters weren’t performing properly - we found frowning gutters when we visited her home. BEFORE: Front gutters droop to the left and are higher on the right side, creating an asymmetrical look.  Droopy disconnected Knoxville gutters Generally under-pitched gutters are a problem. But this wasn’t the case. These gutters had plenty of pitch. In fact, I dubbed these gutters "frowning gutters" because they were installed high in the middle and drooped down very far on each end. Looking at the house from the ground, it looked like the gutters were frowning. It was a sad sight! The homeowner believed was that she had bad wood or no facia boards behind the aluminum fascia wrap and she was worried about critters getting into her attic. Additionally, on the droopiest... - [Gutter Guards Columbus Ohio: Midcentury modern swaps GutterHelmet for Micro Mesh](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/gutter-guards-columbus-ohio/): Gutter Guards Columbus Ohio Located within an oasis known as Minerva Park, a small neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, gutter guards... Gutter Guards Columbus Ohio Located within an oasis known as Minerva Park, a small neighborhood in Columbus, Ohio, gutter guards sit atop an updated midcentury modern ranch home with a large, heavily wooded yard. Trees scattered throughout the yard include some of the worst offenders: oak, locust, and maple trees that drop tassels, tiny flowers and helicopters by the bushelful every spring. By the time we arrived on the scene, the spring blooms had given way to summer heat, but there were still remnants of the tassels clogging the openings into the gutters. The homeowners installed GutterHelmet gutter guards on their home in the mid-nineties. At the time, micro mesh gutter guards had yet to be invented, and solid gutter covers were the predominant professionally installed gutter guards available. They purchased the top-of-the-line gutter guards of the time and have been pleased with its overall performance. We see lots of homes with 25-year old gutters, but not many homes have gutter guards that old. The homeowner had a new roof installed a few years ago, and that's where their problems began. GutterHelmet installs over the 1st and under the 2nd course of shingles. Homes with this type of gutter guard... - [Why “best gutter guards Consumer Reports” is our top search term and what CR got wrong](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/why-best-gutter-guards-consumer-reports-is-our-top-search-term/): In its September 2010 issue, Consumer Reports wrote its first and only article on gutter guards. That article has been... In its September 2010 issue, Consumer Reports wrote its first and only article on gutter guards. That article has been accessed tens of thousands of times over the years. We wrote a blog story about it back in 2010, talking about some of the results — mostly focused on the lower-end gutter guards that were featured. One of the top search terms on our blog is best gutter guards consumer reports, so I have decided to update our thinking on what was written then and the state of the industry now. (By the way, if you live anywhere in Ohio and want your gutter guards or gutters installed right once and for all, we can help. Based in Dayton, we serve greater Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and beyond. Contact Gutter Guards Direct today for a fast quote and for a gutter system that finally works and protects your home all the way.)Let’s start with what Consumer Reports got right The magazine took the time to write an article about gutter guards. Each year, CR polls its subscribers to give their thoughts about cars and trucks. They regularly review appliances, vacuum cleaners and lawn mowers, but they had never written about gutter guards — one of the most confusing products on the market. What... - [What gives good gutter guards a bad name?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/what-gives-good-gutter-guards-a-bad-name/): If you’re in the market for gutter guards or have gutter guards that are not performing properly, this article reveals... If you’re in the market for gutter guards or have gutter guards that are not performing properly, this article reveals what gives good gutter guards a bad name! Have you ever read a review of a product that you know is good, but the reviewer tore it to shreds? I see this all the time. A product has a bunch of 4 and 5 star reviews, and then there are a few outlier reviews that are 1 and 2 stars. We recently received a phone call from a homeowner in Knoxville, Tennessee, who wanted to know if we could help her with a problem she was having with her gutter guards. The gutter guards had been installed for a year or so. She attempted to reach the company that installed her gutter guards to get help with the problem, but, SURPRISE, they were out of business! She searched around the web and came across our company, Gutter Guards Direct, and called to tell me her story. She hired a company to install a microscreen gutter guard called Rhino/Xtreme. She said that after the gutter guards were installed, water began leaking into her basement. I believe she told me that she paid... - [What is the best gutter guard for my home?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/best-gutter-guard-for-my-home/): So you’re in the market for new gutter guards and you want to know which is the best gutter guard... So you’re in the market for new gutter guards and you want to know which is the best gutter guard for your home, right?Depending where you are in your search — just starting or down the path — we empathize with you. If you’re not confused yet by the myriad of gutter guard options available, you soon will be. Why, you ask? Because there are dozens upon dozens of gutter guards on the market. Some work well, and many don’t. What may work well for your friend, relative or neighbor, may not work well for you. This article will help you understand the most important considerations to drive your buying decision, regardless of type of gutter guard, cost, and any one company’s claims of selling the best gutter guard. You don’t need to look any further than your yard and the exterior of your home to determine what the best gutter guard will be for your home. If you’re planning to invite gutter guard dealers and contractors to your home to show you their offerings; before you call to set up those appointments, grab a pencil and paper and head outside. We’ll help you find your best gutter guard before... - [Sortation conveyor: How we helped a Fortune 500 company fix a problem](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/sortation-conveyor-oil-drip-pan-fix/): One of my goals is to help people and businesses solve their problems. It could be a homeowner with a... One of my goals is to help people and businesses solve their problems. It could be a homeowner with a failing gutter system or, in this case, a Fortune 500 company with a package sortation conveyor problem.Package sortation conveyor what, you ask?More on that in a minute... Helping solve problems is why businesses exist, right? It seems like that is a pretty obvious goal, but I’m not so sure. In this industry, I am fairly convinced the goal of many contractors is to lookout for themselves -- number 1 -- and the customer is somewhere down the list. In other words, the customer is a means to an end rather than the primary focus of their everyday work.Maybe I have it backwards. Maybe I should look out for myself first, and worry less about the issues of my customers.I don’t know.For the purpose of this article, I’m going to focus on how we work with our customers to solve their problems.Personally, I think this is pretty cool because it is so outside the realm of our everyday work; it has helped two really big companies solve one really important problem by keeping workers safe.The OpportunityIn 2016, I received a phone... - [Spring Has Sprung, So Have Your Gutters; 5 Tips for Trouble-Free Gutters](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-maintenance/5-tips-for-trouble-free-gutters/): Spring is the time of year when you find out if your gutters are working as intended or are in need... Spring is the time of year when you find out if your gutters are working as intended or are in need of TLC. With spring rains comes the opportunity to check your gutters to make sure they are successfully moving water off your roof and away from your home.5 reasons your gutters may not be up to snuff Now it's time to give them the attention they deserve.1. Clogged guttersDetecting leaves and debris is easy to do and you'll know this is a problem whenever you see water cascading over the gutters to the ground below. Leaves, twigs or tree saplings growing out of your gutters is a telltale sign that you have neglected your gutters for too long and they need help — stat.  Walk around your house when it’s raining and listen for water running down the downspouts. If you hear a trickle rather than a gush, then you know it is time to clean out the gutters. This is also a good time to consider installing a quality gutter guard system to keep your gutters clog-free. Gutters clogged with dead leaves Gutters clogged with leaves and saplings 2. Leaky guttersPoorly sealed inside miters, outside miters, end caps and rusting galvanized metal... - [Icicles Go Better with Gutter Guards than Open Gutters](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-maintenance/icicles-go-better-with-gutter-guards-than-open-gutters/): In my blog post, Why Icicles Hanging from your Gutters is a Good Thing, Really, I said that if you have... In my blog post, Why Icicles Hanging from your Gutters is a Good Thing, Really, I said that if you have gutter guards installed on your home, icicles will hang from your gutters in the wintertime. I also said that if you don’t have gutter guards on your house, your gutters will fill with ice and snow, and if enough of the white stuff accumulates inside your gutters, icicles will also form off the edge of your gutters. Snow has melted from the MicroScreen gutter guard Icicles and gutter guards My belief is that it’s better to have gutter guards with icicles than open gutters with icicles because most snow and ice will be unable to enter into your gutters, heat from the sun will melt the snow and ice on top of the gutter guards and on the roof more quickly, and your gutters won’t be at risk of falling off your house like they would if they resemble ice cube trays. I have an area on my garage where I test gutter guards. Last year, I let the gutters fill with leaves and debris, then I installed a few sections of MicroScreen US micro mesh gutter guard so I... - [Why Icicles Hanging from your Gutter Guards is Good, Really](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-maintenance/icicles-hanging-from-your-gutter-guards-is-good/): This may be a controversial post because icicles hanging from gutters isn’t a good thing, right? If you’re a homeowner... This may be a controversial post because icicles hanging from gutters isn’t a good thing, right? If you’re a homeowner who recently installed gutter guards and woke up to see icicles hanging from your gutters, you’re probably wondering what the heck is going on, especially if this is the first time it has happened. Icicles on your gutter guards I have heard from countless homeowners over the years who are upset because their new gutter guard system — a system they purchased during the warmer months — has allowed icicles to form and is no longer working properly. (By the way, if you live anywhere in Ohio and want your gutter guards or gutters installed right once and for all, we can help. Based in Dayton, we serve greater Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and beyond. Contact Gutter Guards Direct today for a fast quote and for a gutter system that finally works and protects your home all the way.) I have read blog comments and product reviews where homeowners declare their gutter guards useless because icicles are now forming on the edge of their gutters where icicles had not previously appeared. Even after spending hundreds or thousands of dollars on gutter guards, these homeowners are convinced that the only option is to remove... - [STOP: Don’t Hire a Gutter Contractor Until You Ask These 5 Critical Questions](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/dont-hire-a-gutter-contractor-until-you-ask-5-questions/): When inviting a gutter contractor into your home, it’s natural to ask: How long has your company been in business?... When inviting a gutter contractor into your home, it’s natural to ask:How long has your company been in business?Are you a member of the Better Business Bureau?Can you provide references?These are the most common questions asked, but are not the only ones you should be asking. Embed the following 5 critical questions into your conversation to make sure you’re picking the best contractor for the job:1. What size gutters do you install? Downspouts from upper gutters were routed to bypass the roof in order to prevent water overflow problems Most homes have 5″ gutters. In some cases that’s adequate, but jumping to 6” gutters will vastly improve performance for an extra buck or two per foot. If the gutter contractor only sells 5″ gutters, he has no incentive to offer you the best solution.What’s more, many newer homes (up to 25 years old) with 5” gutters should never have had that size gutter installed because they were too small. This is especially true of larger homes that have steep and expansive roofs and homes that have gutters on multiple levels (2nd level drops to 1st level gutters).Downspouts from upper gutters were routed to bypass the roof in order to prevent water overflow... - [Why Do My Gutters Look Like Ice Cube Trays? 4 Tips for Trouble-free Gutters and Downspouts](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-problems/why-do-my-gutters-look-like-ice-cube-trays/): It’s January, and we’re getting a brief respite from the bitterly cold Arctic blast that has covered much of the... It’s January, and we’re getting a brief respite from the bitterly cold Arctic blast that has covered much of the US for the past few weeks. If you are looking out the window wondering where that drip, drip, drip is coming from, it is likely caused by the build-up of water that froze inside your gutters -- resembling ice cube trays. Gutters sagging and pulling away from house due to ice build-up Depending on the size of your gutters, standing water and ice adds 6-8 pounds per foot of gutter. The extra weight, combined with the expansion of ice behind the gutters, is one of of the leading reasons why gutters fall off homes.4 reasons water freezes in your gutters and what you can do to fix the problem1. LeavesIf you're guilty of not cleaning your gutters last fall, leaf accumulation is the leading cause of why water freezes inside your gutters. As leaves fall off trees and pile up inside your gutters, rainwater pushes the leaves toward the downspouts where it settles and quickly clogs the three or 4-inch opening into the downspout. Once this occurs, the downspout is rendered useless and water will back-up inside your gutters and... - [Staying out of the gutter: Gutter guards can help eliminate debris. But will they take the place of regular cleaning?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-maintenance/staying-out-of-the-gutter/): April 08, 2011 | By William Hageman | Tribune Newspapers It’s one of the rites of spring. And of fall... April 08, 2011 | By William Hageman | Tribune NewspapersIt's one of the rites of spring. And of fall too. Homeowners drag out the ladder and spend the better part of a day cleaning debris from their gutters.One way to avoid the chore is to install gutter guards, products that keep leaves, twigs and other materials from settling in the gutter and causing clogs. The problem is, there are a lot of products on the market. And almost every sales pitch ends with "you'll never have to clean your gutters again.""The more products they look at, the more confused they become," says Johnathan Skardon, a gutter expert and blogger who has been in the business for almost 15 years. "They hear the same rhetoric from everybody — this is the best product on the market, and you'll never have to clean your gutters. You need to do your due diligence, so a year from now you won't be wondering why you bought that product."Skardon is the managing director of Gutter Guards Direct, a company that sells and installs four types, from an entry-level product to a high-grade system. He also writes the GutterTalk blog (guttertalkblog.com), which he fashions as a... - [Why Cleaning Gutters is a Top Priority this Spring](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-maintenance/why-cleaning-gutters-is-a-top-priority-this-spring/): After another cold and snowy winter, the last thing you probably want to do is climbing your ladder and cleaning gutters... After another cold and snowy winter, the last thing you probably want to do is climbing your ladder and cleaning gutters this spring. Here are several reasons why this unpopular seasonal chore is vital to the well-being of a healthy home. Gutter dislodged from facia boards by snow, ice and leaves Gutters are the primary mechanism for moving water off a roof and away from a home's foundation. This may not seem like a big deal, but one inch of rain washing off the roof of a typical 2,000 square foot home can account for as much as 1,200 gallons of water. Based on the average rainfall for many regions of the country, that adds up to nearly 32,000 gallons of water per year -- enough water to fill 2 average sized swimming pools!Clogged gutters cause flooded basementsThe #1 cause of flooded basements and foundation damage is clogged gutters. When gutters clog, water is unable to flow freely, which results in the gutters filling with water and cascading over the front and back edges of the gutter. Overflowing water will stream down a home's exterior walls and seep into the ground below. If your home has a basement or crawl space, the... - [Damn Ice Dams: Gutter Guard Snow and Ice Tests Continue](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/damn-ice-dams-gutter-guard-snow-and-ice-tests-continue/): The most expansive winter storm on record has passed, electrical power has been restored, kids are back in school, and... The most expansive winter storm on record has passed, electrical power has been restored, kids are back in school, and the trees and limbs that snapped like toothpicks under the weight of enveloping snow and ice are being cut up and hauled away to become next year's firewood. GutterRx sheds ice & snow Even though most of us are tired of the snow and ice and yearn for warmer weather, it is clear that homeowners from Massachusetts to Texas are looking for a solution to ice dams. To learn about the causes of and remedies for ice dams, read our informative February 2010 blog article, "Let it Snow, Ice and Rain." Leaf Relief has most snow & ice accumulation If you have been following our gutter guard testing and review videos on YouTube, you have seen that we are currently reviewing several gutter guards to understand how they perform in snow and ice during the winter months. (By the way, if you live anywhere in Ohio and want your gutter guards or gutters installed right once and for all, we can help. Based in Dayton, we serve greater Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and beyond. Contact Gutter Guards Direct today for a fast quote and for a gutter system that finally works and protects your... - [Gutter Guards Snow and Ice Video Review](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/gutter-guards-snow-and-ice-video-review/): We have a pretty good sense about how gutter guards perform during the spring, summer and fall, but how do... We have a pretty good sense about how gutter guards perform during the spring, summer and fall, but how do they stand up in the winter when temperatures drop below freezing and it's snowing outside? Do gutter guards produce icicles? Will gutter guards collapse under the weight of snow and ice? Are exposed gutters less susceptible to the build-up of snow and ice than gutters that have gutter guards installed? I spent time recently looking into these issues and recorded my experiences in a series of YouTube videos. Testing gutter guards from major brands We tested micro mesh gutter guards from Leaf Solution, LeafFilter and Diamondback; a solid/reverse curve gutter guard from LeaFree; Amerimax's popular plastic diamond pattern screen (model #86270); two perforated aluminum gutter screens from Leaf Relief and GutterRx, and a generic expanded metal screen. We also kept a portion of the gutter exposed to the elements to see how it would compare to the tested gutter guards. Watch the videos in sequence to see how the gutter guards perform! We will keep the gutter guards installed for the winter, and will post updates and new videos when conditions change. Testing gutter guards in snow & ice -... - [Will Perforated Gutter Guard Screens Keep Debris Out of Your Gutters?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-problems/will-perforated-gutter-guard-screens-keep-debris-out-of-your-gutters/): We often get questions from potential customers who are trying to work out the best gutter protection for their situation.... We often get questions from potential customers who are trying to work out the best gutter protection for their situation. Here we talk about how to deal with wood shake roofs. I'm considering installing a Perforated Metal Gutter Guard on my home gutters. I have a wood shake roof and trees with leaves but no pine needles. Homeowner in California Do I need to be concerned about debris getting through the holes?A. Absolutely. The measure of a gutter guard's effectiveness will be the warranty provided by the manufacturer. Some products offer warranties on the material only and nothing on performance, while others offer it on performance and material.  I would select a gutter guard from a manufacture that includes a performance warranty. This means the gutters will be professionally cleaned at the manufacturer's expense if they clog or they will offer a money-back guarantee. Johnathan Skardon, CEO of Gutter Guards Direct Tweet Gutter guards for wood shake roofs We've been installing gutter protection on cedar shake roofs across the Midwest and Midsouth for over 20 years so you can be sure it will fit right, first time. Book a consultation - [Consumer Reports Reviews Gutter Guards: LeafFilter & GutterGlove are Top Picks](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/consumer-reports-reviews-gutter-guards-leaffilter-gutterglove-top-picks/): https://youtu.be/QXyYo2jlWGU After years of requests and complaints from Consumer Reports magazine readers, subscribers will be pleased to see that this... https://youtu.be/QXyYo2jlWGUAfter years of requests and complaints from Consumer Reports magazine readers, subscribers will be pleased to see that this non-profit product rating organization has finally tested and reported on nearly 20 professional-grade and do-it-yourself gutter guards. It's no surprise to us that the micromesh gutter guard systems from LeafFilter and GutterGlove were top picks. We have found these systems to be superior to solid surface gutter guards both in their ability to handle water and keep leaves and debris out of gutters. (See our July 2009 review)(By the way, if you live anywhere in Ohio and want your gutter guards or gutters installed right once and for all, we can help. Based in Dayton, we serve greater Columbus, Cincinnati, Cleveland, and beyond. Contact Gutter Guards Direct today for a fast quote and for a gutter system that finally works and protects your home all the way.) What we found shocking was that Consumer Reports recommended inexpensive Amerimax gutter screens available at Home Depot, Lowe's and other home improvement stores as a viable alternative. In fairness to Consumer Reports, it appears from the video above that its test environment wasn't overly rigorous, which may explain the products' favorable results. I believe most homeowners who are in the market would agree that the flimsy... - [Consumer Reports Tests Gutters Guards in September 2010 Issue](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/consumer-reports-tests-gutters-guards-in-september-2010-issue/): After years of consumer complaints from subscribers, Consumers Reports magazine ranks the top professional- and DIY-grade gutter guards in its... Editor's note: The following is a copy of Consumer Reports press release announcing its first-ever testing of gutter guard systems. We removed the section summarizing leaf blowers from the press release. Consumer Reports Finds Lower Prices and Comparable Performance on Leaf Blowers and Gutter Guards in Time for Fall Spruce UpsStrong Selection for Shoppers Ranging From DIY Gutter Systems and Top Electric Leaf BlowersYONKERS, N.Y., Aug. 3 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The latest issue of Consumer Reports rates the best leaf blowers and gutter guards to ensure that yards and rain gutters are tidy for the Fall season. More than 2,600 pounds of leaves were blown away by testers to reveal a $60 Toro electric leaf blower that performed comparably to the more powerful and costly gas blowers. Gutter guards were exposed to 480 days of outdoor elements and the Amerimax gutter guards were a top pick for do-it-yourselfers. At .30 cents per foot they beat out many professional installed systems and could save homeowners cash."Consumers will find lots of confusing promises out there for leaf blowers and gutter guards," said Bob Markovich, senior home editor for Consumer Reports. "We found several top-value blowers for both small and larger properties. And we... - [Barnett’s Valley Controller Prevents Water Overflow on Roof Valleys](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/barnetts-valley-controller-prevents-water-overflow-on-roof-valleys/): Barnett’s Valley Controller I have to admit, this was a bit of a fortuitous phone call. I was traveling when... Barnett's Valley Controller I have to admit, this was a bit of a fortuitous phone call. I was traveling when I received a phone call from Lynn Barnett, a retired gutter installer and inventor from Ohio. He was calling to tell me about his new invention that replaces splash guards on roof valleys.See splash guards are great for keeping water from spilling over at the base of a valley, but terrible for allowing leaves and debris to fall to the ground. What invariably happens is that leaves, sticks and other matter work its way down the valley and lodge behind the splash guard. This creates a damming effect, and before you know it, you have to climb your ladder to clean the debris out from behind the splash guard.If you don't clean this area, leaves and debris will build-up onto the roof surface, clog gutters, and water will eventually overflow around the splash guards. It's a mess, a nuisance, and contributes to wood rot and foundation damage.The choice until now has been to keep the splash guards in place and occasionally clean this area or remove the splash guards, which will allow leaves and debris to flow off the roof... - [Grow Tomatoes in Your PVC Gutters The Hydroponics Way](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-case-studies/grow-tomatoes-in-your-pvc-gutters-the-hydroponics-way/): We recently supplied an upstart hydroponics farm in Santa Rosa, California with a large quantity of PVC gutters. When the... We recently supplied an upstart hydroponics farm in Santa Rosa, California with a large quantity of PVC gutters. When the customer called, he wanted just gutter, connectors, and plastic gutter guards to go on top of the gutters. He had no need for hangers, downspouts, and end caps -- critical elements for installing PVC gutters on a home.Hydroponic gardeningOnce I got to know him a bit, I asked what he was planning to do with the gutters, and he told me that he is going to grow tomatoes in them. While I am familiar with the concept of hydroponics gardening, I was curious to learn more, so I began exploring online, surprised to find that people all over the world are growing things in gutters.Growing food in your gutterGutters are such a great place to grow stuff we don't want, so it's no wonder that they've been adapted for food production. If you'd like to read more about this operation, visit Vertical Harvest. Free tomatoes, anyone? Tomato Plant Growing in Dallas Homeowner's Gutters While researching the topic, I found an article in the Dallas Morning News from October 2009 that highlighted how a local resident -- who had neglected her own... - [Spring is here. We want to hear from you.](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/company-news/spring-is-here-we-want-to-hear-from-you/): Daylight savings is here. Spring is just around the corner — we hope — and homeowners across the country are... Daylight savings is here. Spring is just around the corner -- we hope -- and homeowners across the country are emerging from hibernation to face the task of sprucing up their homes and yards. With the advent of spring comes the seasonal chore of cleaning your gutters -- either what you put off from last fall or anticipating what's to come after trees blossom and shed Maple seeds, Oak tassels and the like. Since we started this conversation, we have received lots of great feedback and comments from homeowners trying to figure out the best gutter guard application for their homes.  We've even heard from a handful of manufacturers commenting on reviews we've written about their products. It has been rewarding hearing from you, yet we'd like to hear more. We want your questions, comments and feedback. Gutter guards - likes and dislikes? If you're contemplating a particular brand of gutter guard, we want to hear what you like about what you've seen and what concerns you. We realize that with so many choices in the marketplace, the more products you look at, the more confusing your decision can become. In addition to scouring the Internet for information, how else... - [Let it Snow, Ice and Rain! What are the real causes of ice dams?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-problems/what-are-the-real-causes-of-ice-dams/): As the Vancouver Olympics wind down and snow continues to fall in many parts of the country, we still have... As the Vancouver Olympics wind down and snow continues to fall in many parts of the country, we still have time to talk about the effects of snow and ice on your gutter guards. Whether it's a snow load weight concern, icicles forming on the edge of your gutters, or issues related to ice dams, homeowners face these problems across the US and Canada. Gutter guards tested in snow and ice How do gutter guards handle the snow?Snow and ice accumulating on top of gutter guards generally is not an issue that will jeopardize the function of your gutters or gutter guards. Icicles can be an issue along walkways and driveways because the dripping water off the icicles can form sheets of ice on the ground, so you'll want to make sure to remove the icicles above doorways and salt the ground frequently in these areas until the icicles melt.Solid surface gutter guardsIn the case of solid surface gutter guards, snow isn't able to penetrate the gutters so as temperatures drop and the surface freezes, snow and ice will accumulate on top of the surface. In most cases, the inside of your gutters will remain relatively free of build-up since the guards are... - [Flo-Free, Leaf Defier, GutterFill & Other Open Cell Gutter Inserts](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/flo-free-leaf-defier-gutterfill-other-open-cell-gutter-inserts/): Eric submitted an e-mail asking for my opinion about open cell gutter inserts. You’ve probably seen them at your local... Eric submitted an e-mail asking for my opinion about open cell gutter inserts. You've probably seen them at your local home show, home improvement store, or online. Maybe you have them installed on your home. They are black foam-like inserts that fit inside your gutter. By filling the cavity of your gutter, they prevent leaves and debris from entering the gutters, yet allow water to flow through. There are several brands on the market and they look remarkably similar to one another. I was going to avoid writing about this style of gutter guard because I believe these products have design flaws that will render them ineffective over time, and I didn't want to comment on them before I had a chance to test them. However, I've recently heard from people who are considering purchasing this style of protection for their homes, from homeowners who purchased and installed them, and from roofing and gutter contractors who have installed them in the past. Thanks to Eric's questions, it's time to write about open cell inserts. I'm going on record to say that I have not tested these products yet, so my observations are based on my industry expertise, viewing the products,... - [What’s the Scoop on Shingle Sediment?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-problems/whats-the-scoop-on-shingle-sediment/):   Brian wrote to us that when he recently cleaned his gutters, he found a lot of shingle sediment build-up...   Brian wrote to us that when he recently cleaned his gutters, he found a lot of shingle sediment build-up in his gutters. Brian asked, "What exactly is sediment and does it contribute to clogging gutters?" Brian, thanks for your question. Shingle sediment is made up primarily of sand-like granules or grit that separate from asphalt shingles, and other small matter that sticks to the roof surface and washes into gutters. Granules naturally separate from shingles over its life. It seems to be most prevalent early and later in the shingles life. In other words, when shingles are new, excess granules from the manufacturing process fall off when somebody walks on roof and when it rains. Later in life, as the shingles become more brittle, granules continue to fall off, exposing the shingles fiber underlayment. While homeowners, roofing contractors, and gutter guard dealers may pass-off the idea that shingle granules in gutters can be an issue, I have a different perspective on this topic. Most homes on which we install gutter guards have moderate to significant accumulation of shingles granules in the gutters. It doesn't matter whether or not we're replacing existing gutter guards -- shingle granules get into the... - [A Comparison: Micro Screen vs. Solid Surface Gutter Guards – Part Two](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/a-comparison-micro-screen-vs-solid-surface-gutter-guards-part-two/): In Part One of our comparison, we tested micro screen gutter guards from LeafFilter, GutterGlove, Leaf Solution and DiamondBack. In... In Part One of our comparison, we tested micro screen gutter guards from LeafFilter, GutterGlove, Leaf Solution and DiamondBack. In the second half of our test, we'll look at solid gutter covers from LeaFree, the Solid Gutter Cover that's available at Home Depot, Lowe's and hardware stores, and Elko's GuttaPro.The products were selected because they represent three price points in the market. LeaFree is available from home improvement, roofing and gutter contractors, GuttaPro is also sold through a dealer channel, and the Solid Gutter Cover is a do-it-yourself gutter guard available at most home improvement retailers.Solid surface gutter guardsSolid surface gutter guards work similarly to one another by using surface adhesion/tension as the basic principle of physics. The premise behind the design of these products is that water adheres to the solid surface of the gutter guard and flows around a nose into a slot that is near the front edge of the gutter.The products have many different designs that purport to one up the next, but they all work in a very similar fashion. The easiest way to describe this is that the guards work in the same way as putting a drinking glass under running water: the water... - [MicroScreen vs. Solid Surface Gutter Guards: A Comparison – Part One](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/microscreen-vs-solid-surface-gutter-guards-a-comparison-part-one/): Over the past several months, I have been putting microscreen gutter guards through a basic test to see how much... Over the past several months, I have been putting microscreen gutter guards through a basic test to see how much water they can handle and how they handle debris -- small debris. The gutter guards were subjected to everything from light rain to torrential downpours. On one occasion, we had a rainstorm that dropped 3" - 8" of rainfall in several hours, with approximately 4" rain in our test area. It's fair to say that this was a good test environment to observe how these products handled water flow and small debris.Here's the scenario: Gutter guards were placed below a downspout that feeds from an upper-roof onto a first floor roof surface with asphalt shingles. This is the sole downspout for a roof section that is approximately 300 square feet. The building on which the guards were tested is 3-stories. The downspout feeds from the 3rd story to a roof on the first story, so the flow rate is quite strong during a heavy rain.I tested four microscreen gutter guards and three solid surface (reverse curve) gutter guards that were interchanged in the area below the downspout opening. The micro screen gutter guards included LeafFilter, GutterGlove, Leaf Solution, and DiamondBack gutter covers.... - [Are You a Consumer Reports Reader Looking for Info about Gutter Guards?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/are-you-a-consumer-reports-reader-looking-for-info-about-gutter-guards/): If you are one of the thousands of readers who has looked to Consumer Reports for information about gutter guards... If you are one of the thousands of readers who has looked to Consumer Reports for information about gutter guards only to find comments from other homeowners looking for the same info, I encourage you to read the posts contained in this blog. Which gutter guards to buy?I started the GutterTalk blog as a forum to educate homeowners about the array of gutter guard products on the market since there is little useful information available on the topic.The purpose of this blog is to open a dialog with you, answer your questions, and steer you in the right direction. By reading the posts, you'll find information you need to make an informed choice. The best way that I can help serve you is by responding to your questions and comments, and using your feedback to expand the content and relevancy of this blog. This will not only help you with your upcoming purchase decision, but benefit other homeowners who are facing the same issues that you are.What are my qualifications?In 1997, I became a distributor and installer of the Cinch solid surface gutter guard. A business partner and I launched a website and began selling this do-it-yourself product to homeowners and businesses... - [My gutters clog. Should I remove them?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-maintenance/my-gutters-clog-should-i-remove-them/): Believe it or not, I have fielded this question many times over the years. It’s tempting and seems like it... Believe it or not, I have fielded this question many times over the years. It's tempting and seems like it would be a cheaper alternative to continuously cleaning your gutters.   Gutters perform a vital function It's true that removing gutters would eliminate a seasonal chore from your to-do list; however, gutters play a critical role on homes, and it will cause other headaches that are much more problematic and expensive to resolve. Prevent structural damage When installed and working properly, gutters are the primary mechanism for moving water off a roof and away from a building's foundation.  This may not seem like a big deal, but moderate to heavy rainfall can produce hundreds of gallons of water around the perimeter of a home in a very short period of time.  Not having gutters installed would mean that the water would simply stream off the roof, and it would seep into the ground at the point of entry.  Prevent wet foundations If your home has a basement or a crawl space, the water will find naturally occurring cracks in the foundation and enter the structure. If you have window wells, water can build up in the wells and seep through... - [Is there such thing as a maintenance-free gutter guard?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-maintenance/is-there-such-thing-as-a-maintenance-free-gutter-guard/): The short answer is maybe, but not likely. The reality is that most gutter guard systems will require maintenance at... The short answer is maybe, but not likely. The reality is that most gutter guard systems will require maintenance at some point, and certain systems will require more maintenance than others. Trees, leaves, seeds and twigs... Take a look around your yard. How many trees do you have? What types of trees are they? How close do the trees sit to your home? Once you answer these questions, then you can begin to figure out how often a gutter guard system will need maintenance and how you’ll get this accomplished. Gutter protection is vital if you have lots of trees If you have trees surrounding your home, odds are that you’ll have to maintain your gutters and gutter guards more frequently. In addition to addressing how the trees affect your gutters, this is also a good time consider pruning tree branches away from your gutters and roof. By letting tree limbs dangle over your roof, you’ll be more likely to sustain roof damage from storms and your shingles may age prematurely from algae and moss build-up that results from too much moisture and shade. If you have fewer trees, or they don’t obstruct the gutters, then it may be less... - [To Gutter Guard or Not, That is the Question](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/buying-guides-reviews/to-gutter-guard-or-not-that-is-the-question/): Virtually all homeowners (and many commercial property owners) will be faced with the dilemma of whether or not to add... Virtually all homeowners (and many commercial property owners) will be faced with the dilemma of whether or not to add gutter guards to their gutters. Unless you live in a neighborhood devoid of mature trees, you've likely pondered this question. That's probably why you're reading this blog! Initially, there wasn't much choice in gutter guards Ten or 15 years ago when there were few gutter guard products on the market, homeowners options were limited to a handful of porous gutter screens and solid (reverse curve) gutter covers. The screens were available at hardware stores and the solid gutter covers -- whether incorporated into the gutter as a single piece or an add-on to an existing gutter -- were available from just a handful of manufacturers, most of whom required dealers to install the gutter guards. Store-bought gutter screens just didn't work It's fairly well documented that the store bought screens don't work, yet this was the most popular system available because the screens were inexpensive and relatively easy to install by do-it-yourselfers. While the gutter screens help for a short period of time, they quickly collect seed pods, leaves and debris and become a breeding ground for gutter muck and... - [Let’s GutterTalk!](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/company-news/welcome-to-guttertalk/): Welcome to GutterTalk. This is a place where we will talk all things gutters with a specific focus on gutter guard... Welcome to GutterTalk. This is a place where we will talk all things gutters with a specific focus on gutter guard related issues. With many gutter guard products on the market today, consumers have many choices from which to choose, and we want help homeowners make decisions that are appropriate for their situation, separate fact from fiction, and be a sounding board for your questions, comments, and concerns.We encourage you to write us with your questions and comments so that we can share your stories with others. We will post the information on our blog and then we’ll invite user feedback. While we may not always agree, we want this to be a forum for conversation and debate. We simply request that your comments be respectful and on-topic.You can subscribe to our blog simply by selecting the RSS Reader below. That way, our blog will hit your desktop anytime there’s something new to say. ## Pages - [Is a Metal Roof Worth It? | Free Savings Calculator](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/is-a-metal-roof-worth-it/) - [GuttersUp](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/guttersup/): What is GuttersUp? GuttersUp is a new concept from Gutter Guards Direct that redefines how to think about the top-third... What is GuttersUp? GuttersUp is a new concept from Gutter Guards Direct that redefines how to think about the top-third of your home. It is the most important area on your home's exterior, yet it’s a hidden cavity—likely rarely visited—between your living space and the outside world.It contains your roof (heat deflection and water drainage) and gutters (water and debris management), your attic (heating and cooling regulation system), and your home's ventilation system (mouth, nose and lungs).Our objective is to highlight the importance of this area and address the costly issues that result from having poorly functioning gutters, ventilation, attic insulation and roofing. GuttersUp supports our mission of providing vertically integrated water and energy management solutions for discerning homeowners. What was the inspiration behind GuttersUp? GuttersUp was introduced to highlight the importance of keeping the top-third of your home water tight, energy efficient, and healthy. Having helped thousands of homeowners with their gutter, water and roofing problems, we have identified weak spots where homeowners are being forced to replace expensive mechanical and roofing systems without being made aware of the actual underlying problems.This costly undertaking is the medical equivalent of treating the symptom rather than the cause!By launching GuttersUp, we're now in... - [Springboro](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/dayton/springboro/): Get Free Estimate SPRINGBORO, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Springboro Since 1996 Sitting on the northern border of... Get Free Estimate SPRINGBORO, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Springboro Since 1996 Sitting on the northern border of Warren County, and named to Money magazine's "Top 100 Places to Live" list in 2009 and 2011, Springboro is a combination of new and old. Historically a farming community, it was incorporated in 1817.Showcasing a quaint Main Street corridor of early 1800 and 1900 homes that have mostly been converted into shops and restaurants, Springboro has blossomed over the past 3-decades.Many area farms have been converted into housing developments, which has seen it schools grow to some of the largest in the Dayton region. My journey with gutter guards began in nearby Kettering, Ohio, in the mid-1990's. What started as an effort to rid my own gutters of helicopters and leaves from maple trees, evolved into a career. After determining that the gutter protection system I installed was good enough to keep me off the ladder, I established a business selling and installing gutter guards to other homeowners in the Dayton-area.Today, Gutter Guards Direct helps homeowners throughout Greater Dayton, Cincinnati, and Springfield solve their gutter and water problems. Our approach is truly different. We will assess your current situation and provide recommendations... - [Bellbrook](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/dayton/bellbrook/): Get Free Estimate BELLBROOK, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Bellbrook Since 1996 If you are looking for a... Get Free Estimate BELLBROOK, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Bellbrook Since 1996 If you are looking for a country, park-like setting, where you have plenty of space to house and run your horses, Bellbrook, Ohio, is the place to be. Nestled among rolling Hills, you're more likely to find homes located on several acres of land amongst the trees. We have installed gutters and gutter guards on some of your Bellbrook neighbors' homes. Many years ago, Bellbrook was also home to Sugarcreek Ski Hills. That's where I learned to snow ski. I spent many free days and nights skiing on the "slopes" in Bellbrook!In addition to horse farms, Bellbrook also has it's fair share of traditional neighborhoods with plenty of trees. Like Centerville, Bellbrook offers a diverse combination of homes built from the 1950's to today. My journey with gutter guards began in nearby Kettering, Ohio, in the mid-1990's. What started as an effort to rid my own gutters of helicopters and leaves from maple trees, evolved into a career. After determining that the gutter protection system I installed was good enough to keep me off the ladder, I established a business selling and installing gutter guards to other homeowners... - [Centerville](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/dayton/centerville/): Get Free Estimate CENTERVILLE, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Centerville Since 1996 Centerville may be best known as... Get Free Estimate CENTERVILLE, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Centerville Since 1996 Centerville may be best known as having the largest collection of early stone buildings in the state of Ohio.It was home to TV talkshow pioneer, Phil Donohue, who got his start at WHIO television studios in Dayton before expanding his franchise in Chicago and, later, New York City.Famed syndicated newspaper columnist and author, Erma Bombeck, lived in Centerville when she was a writer for the Dayton Journal Herald and Kettering-Oakwood Times.In addition to early stone homes, Centerville offers a diverse combination of homes built from the 1950's to today. Most Centerville neighborhoods have been around long enough to house a diverse variety of mature trees that are prone to clogging gutters and causing homeowners' headaches.  My journey with gutter guards began in nearby Kettering, Ohio, in the mid-1990's. What began as an effort to rid my own gutters of helicopters and leaves from maple trees, evolved into a career. After determining that the gutter protection system I installed was good enough to keep me off the ladder, I established a business selling and installing gutter guards to other homeowners in the Dayton-area.Today, Gutter Guards Direct helps... - [Beavercreek](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/dayton/beavercreek/): Get Free Estimate BEAVERCREEK, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Beavercreek Since 1996 Beavercreek may be best known as... Get Free Estimate BEAVERCREEK, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Beavercreek Since 1996 Beavercreek may be best known as a bedroom community to the world-class Wright Patterson Air Force Base. Previously ranked as one of the "Top 100 Places to Live," Beavercreek offers a diverse combination of homes built from the 1950's to today. Many neighborhoods in Beavercreek have a large variety of mature trees that are prone to clogging gutters and causing homeowners' headaches.  My journey with gutter guards began in nearby Kettering, Ohio, in the mid-1990's. What began as an effort to rid my own gutters of helicopters and leaves from maple trees, evolved into a career. After determining that the gutter protection system I installed was good enough to keep me off the ladder, I established a business selling and installing gutter guards to other homeowners in the Dayton-area.Today, Gutter Guards Direct helps homeowners throughout Greater Dayton and Springfield solve their gutter and water problems. Our approach is truly different. We will assess your current situation and provide recommendations to fix your gutter and water issues for good. If you live in Beavercreek, Ohio, and are looking for help with your gutters, Gutter Guards Direct will provide... - [Kettering](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/dayton/kettering/): Get Free Estimate KETTERING, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Kettering Since 1996 Kettering is where my journey began... Get Free Estimate KETTERING, OHIO Solving Gutter & Water Problems in Kettering Since 1996 Kettering is where my journey began with gutter guards in 1996. After meeting a West Kettering patent attorney who had developed and patented a gutter cover that he called, Cinch, I asked if I could buy his leaf guards to install on my first home on Regent Street. What began as an effort to rid my own gutters of helicopters and leaves from maple trees, evolved into a career. After determining that the gutter protection system I installed was good enough to keep me off the ladder, I partnered with a friend to establish a business selling and installing gutter guards.Much of our early efforts was selling Cinch gutter guards to fellow homeowners across the country on the web, but we also found a local clientele by advertising our services in the Dayton Daily News. Our approach is truly different. We’re not the least expensive nor are we generally the most expensive provider; however, I believe we are the most comprehensive and competent gutter contractor in Kettering.From my initial encounter with the patent attorney to today, we have been helping Kettering area homeowners solve their gutter and water... - [GutterDome](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/gutterdome/): GutterDome Gutter Guards GutterDome performed well in our 2024 Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge (video below). Its stainless steel micro-mesh screen... GutterDome Gutter Guards GutterDome performed well in our 2024 Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge (video below). Its stainless steel micro-mesh screen allows in very little debris, including even pine needles. Stainless steel micro-mesh screen Like MasterShield and other tried-and-true micro mesh gutter guards, the top edge of GutterDome is installed under the first course of shingles. This allows for a smooth and low-profile transition from roof to gutter guard, with very few gaps in which debris can collect.  Get estimate on GutterDome https://youtu.be/i9cxZSNPTk4?si=BTwKD7OkgAt5gR4q&t=1990 Installing GutterDome Near You One of the things that gives us a unique perspective is that we have worked with customers from Michigan to Mississippi and New York to California. While we're not in those markets everyday, we understand the issues and know what works well in each market. We currently focus our efforts in:Ohio | Dayton | Cincinnati | Columbus | Akron | Cleveland | ToledoWestern Pennsylvania | PittsburghSoutheast Michigan | Detroit | Ann ArborIndiana | Indianapolis | LawrenceburgKentucky | Northern KY | Louisville | Lexington | Bowling GreenTennessee | Nashville | Knoxville | ChattanoogaIf you're located in any of these markets, and want to know if we're near you, please reach out to us for a free, no obligation estimate! If you're located outside of these markets and have any questions, call, text or email us, and ask, "When will you be near me?" Have a Question? Call or Text... - [Gutter Problems & Gutter Guard Problems](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-problems/): Gutter Problems A summary of common gutter problems, especially those that affect your gutter guards on your home. If your... Gutter Problems A summary of common gutter problems, especially those that affect your gutter guards on your home.If your gutters weren't installed correctly, or if they're just too worn out, you'll have all kinds of problems - whether or not you've got gutter guards.  Contact Gutter Guards Direct for a free evaluation and estimate.  We work with customers in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, southeast Michigan, and western Pennsylvania. Common gutter problems, and when they affect your gutter guards We tend to go whole-hog.  Many of our customers ask us to replace their gutters, in addition to giving them gutter guards that will (finally) work.  They’re fed up with both.Homeowners often ask about new gutters spontaneously.  Usually the topic of new gutters comes up when a customer asks why the old gutter guards don’t work.  Half the time that’s just because of a poor choice of gutter guard, and half the time it’s because of both the gutter guards and improperly installed gutters.  We explain how the gutter system affects the gutter guards’ performance, and we walk through the pros and cons of getting new gutters while we’re already up there.  We let our customers tell us what they want done,... - [Klean Gutter](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/klean-gutter/): Klean Gutter Micro Mesh Gutter Guards Klean Gutter micro mesh gutter guard is the winner of the 2025 Ultimate Gutter... Klean Gutter Micro Mesh Gutter Guards Klean Gutter micro mesh gutter guard is the winner of the 2025 Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge. Its all-aluminum and stainless steel screen provide plenty of area to absorb water while effectively shedding leaves, pine needles and small debris Copper infused micro mesh screen Klean Gutter's 316-grade stainless steel screen includes 5 strips of copper that is factory woven into the micro mesh screen. Copper naturally breaks down organic matter, such as algae and moss, ensuring years of trouble-free performance. Copper infused stainless steel micro mesh screen is available exclusively from Klean Gutter and MasterShield! Get estimate Flexible installation methods Klean Gutter offers multiple installation methods. It is designed to slide up under the 1st course of shingles in order to optimize its slope and more easily shed debris. It can also be installed within the gutter to accommodate metal, slate and tile roof systems or buyer's preference. Gutter guards installed under shingles offer many benefits over gutter covers installed within the gutters. Contrary to online myths, installing gutter guards under your shingles will NOT void shingle manufacturers warranties. Ask us why! Get estimate Klean Gutter collects the water You might be surprised that a... - [Gutter Guards and Leaves & Debris](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/leaves-debris/): Gutter Guards and Leaves & Debris Leaves, pine needles, oak tassels, maple seeds (helicopters) sticks, twigs, lichen, moss, bird nests,... Gutter Guards and Leaves & Debris Leaves, pine needles, oak tassels, maple seeds (helicopters) sticks, twigs, lichen, moss, bird nests, bird eggs, and maybe the occasional model rocket or piece of Icarus's wings. Just name it and it can wind up clogging your gutter guards - and eventually your gutters.  Your gutter guards not only must keep out all of that and more, but also still be able to let water filter through and get to where it belongs (in the gutters).Which gutter guards are best at keeping out debris?  Contact Gutter Guards Direct for a free evaluation and estimate.  We work with customers in Ohio, eastern Indiana, northern Kentucky, Tennessee, southern Michigan, and western Pennsylvania.http://youtu.be/yL2QuHBFND8http://youtu.be/ii0WPl76eLshttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Iolaa0rCYuUhttp://youtu.be/5Gc4qfwKQRohttp://youtu.be/HiqqVNW0bCMhttp://youtu.be/aHVT49Iiadchttp://youtu.be/-jeVooPUfXshttp://youtu.be/8cbG15Cia7o GET ESTIMATE - [Gutter Guards and Pine Needles](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/pine-needles/): Gutter Guards and Pine Needles Pine needles are infuriating. They get into the smallest cracks and can clog all but... Gutter Guards and Pine Needles Pine needles are infuriating. They get into the smallest cracks and can clog all but the finest, tightest gutter guard.  They're a test of your choice of gutter guard - and your choice of gutter guard installer.Which gutter guards are best at keeping out pine needles?  Contact Gutter Guards Direct for a free evaluation and estimate.  We work with customers in Ohio, eastern Indiana, northern Kentucky, Tennessee, southern Michigan, and western Pennsylvania.http://youtu.be/vLg7bw9sKI0http://youtu.be/gKRLKPJX8mohttp://youtu.be/OzZ38Khe5OYhttp://youtu.be/4uvdiZSedx0https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jeVooPUfXs GET ESTIMATE - [Gutter Guards and Heavy Winds](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/winds/): Gutter Guards in Heavy Winds Wind can blow debris off of gutter guards and help keep them clear, but it can... Gutter Guards in Heavy Winds Wind can blow debris off of gutter guards and help keep them clear, but it can also rip the gutter guards clean off of your home. Some gutter guards stand up to wind better than others do.Which gutter guards are best in the windy conditions that blast your home?  Contact Gutter Guards Direct for a free evaluation and estimate.  We work with customers in Ohio, eastern Indiana, northern Kentucky, Tennessee, southern Michigan, and western Pennsylvania.http://youtu.be/kC_4VwbRXwAhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HkVmKjjkR7shttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=67hHBkG-1Iwhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-jeVooPUfXs GET ESTIMATE - [Gutter Guards and Snow & Ice](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/snow-ice/): Gutter Guards in the Winter: in Snow & Ice Many gutter guards can handle heavy snowfall, but the weight of... Gutter Guards in the Winter: in Snow & Ice Many gutter guards can handle heavy snowfall, but the weight of the snow could cause your gutters to sag, which is often a gutter replacement job.Which gutter guards are best in the snow and ice your home needs to endure?  Contact Gutter Guards Direct for a free evaluation and estimate.  We work with customers in Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, Tennessee, southeastern Michigan, and western Pennsylvania.http://youtu.be/xYiWEpE1E40http://youtu.be/1A60J40KOKEhttp://youtu.be/SYnjjPnUkd4http://youtu.be/k4kHQDJUyuMhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZtWbYKmrxg0&feature=youtu.behttp://youtu.be/2AZsLXdlGUMhttp://youtu.be/HPjzdnBWDXshttp://youtu.be/Bd7AP48wS1ohttp://youtu.be/SCW0pvNi5xw GET ESTIMATE - [Gutter Guards and Rain](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/rain/): Gutter Guards & Rain Some gutter guards are built to handle higher volumes of water with ease.  If you live... Gutter Guards & Rain Some gutter guards are built to handle higher volumes of water with ease.  If you live in a rainy area, or in one with especially bad storms, you probably want gutter guards built for extra-heavy rain. The videos below will show you how certain gutter guards hold up in the rain.Which rain-tough gutter guards will work best in your exact conditions, and on your home?  Contact Gutter Guards Direct for a free evaluation and estimate.  We work with customers in Ohio, eastern Indiana, northern Kentucky, Tennessee, southern Michigan, and western Pennsylvania.https://youtu.be/6N3LzESHskkhttps://youtu.be/pZswca0CNekhttps://youtu.be/Uz6_eFo5XYghttps://youtu.be/ENN7rlXt9wMhttps://youtu.be/i6PPlSePBcwhttps://youtu.be/XMi29ZL6POMhttps://youtu.be/BOmGqVV82tshttps://youtu.be/v-GkRjn-cgUhttps://youtu.be/dP5DenuMZ08https://youtu.be/xQV6h7Cp81M GET ESTIMATE - [Videos](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/videos/): Beyond the Hype: Our Videos Show How Gutter Guards Actually Work in the Real World! We have spent hundreds of... Beyond the Hype: Our Videos Show How Gutter Guards Actually Work in the Real World! We have spent hundreds of hours testing and reviewing gutter guards to help you find the best gutter protection systems for your home and environment. Our gutter guards reviews, case studies, and Ask the Gutter Expert videos series showcase the most popular gutter protection and guttering systems on the market today.  Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge Videos Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge is our popular YouTube series in which we test gutter guards on a garage in tough, real-world conditions. Filmed over 3-years, for each season we tested the most popular gutter guards from leading manufacturers. The gutter guards were tested for one year and were installed next to, but isolated from, each other. Mother Nature did her thing, and we simply captured the results on video. We tested 22 gutter guards, including LeafFilter, MasterShield, Gutterglove Pro (old version), LeafSolution, LeaFree, MicroMax (formerly known as GutterLove), HomeCraft, Clean Mesh, Valor, All-American Gutter Protection, GutterDome, Gutter Rx, Shur-flo and Englert. We also tested newer gutter covers such as RainDrop and HydroFlo, as well as several DIY gutter guards sold at big box chain stores.This in-depth series showcases how each gutter... - [LeafFilter Alternatives](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/leaffilter-alternatives/): LeafFilter Alternatives: A comparison of LeafFilter vs. other gutter guards. If LeafFilter has worked out for you, we’re happy to... LeafFilter Alternatives: A comparison of LeafFilter vs. other gutter guards. 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In our experience, the main reason LeafFilter doesn’t work out is that it sits 100% inside of the gutter, rather than attaching under the first course of shingles.  That leaves both a gap and... - [LeafFilter Pros and Cons](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/leaffilter-pros-cons/): LeafFilter Pros and Cons As a company that used to sell and install LeafFilter (beginning in 2008), we can say... LeafFilter Pros and Cons As a company that used to sell and install LeafFilter (beginning in 2008), we can say it was a great product. It was one of the best micro mesh gutter guards available back then. But times have changed, and despite all its advertising and hype, there are plenty of other gutter guards on the market to consider first. If and you’re looking for an alternative that will keep away clogs and water damage over the long haul, contact Gutter Guards Direct for a free evaluation and estimate.  We work with customers in Ohio, eastern Indiana, northern Kentucky, Tennessee, southern Michigan, and western Pennsylvania. A Brief History of LeafFilter No gutter guard is perfect, despite what we hope or expect. We all want to think that adding a gutter guard to our gutters is going to be a silver bullet. We’ll never have to climb a ladder to clean off the tops of the gutter guards again. Every leaf and helicopter that falls from our trees will magically jump off. It’ll be like Teflon. Until it’s not. LeafFilter was THE first micro mesh gutter guard on the market. 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Having just moved into the home, he wasn't all that familiar with his new setup, but he knew that his current gutter system left him susceptible to ruining the expensive water pumps and filtration system.It's important to install gutters and gutter guards that are capable of handling the water off your roof and filtering out the majority of leaves, debris and sediment that could clog and damage your expensive pumps or rain barrels.Gutter Guards Direct serves homeowners in Northern Kentucky, Louisville, Lexington, and beyond.  We've installed gutter guards since 1996.  You can browse our site, check out photos of our work, see our customers' reviews, and quickly get a sense of what you can expect of your gutter guards, gutters system, and us.  Our approach is tailored to you, your home, and your needs We learned a long time ago that the... - [Westerville](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/westerville/): Get a Free Estimate Underperforming Gutter Guards on a Home in Westerville, OH How to Pick Gutter Guards That Keep... 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We learned a long time ago that the best way to solve gutter and water problems is to thoroughly assess the issues and provide products and services that will fix those problems the first time. As part of our free consultation, we will:Assess your current situation Identify the types of trees that are impacting your guttersObserve the size and condition of your gutters; your roof style and slopeDetermine what we can do to improve debris and water management Showcase several gutters guards and explain the pros and cons of each systemShare our recommendations and answer any questions you haveProvide you with a fair priced estimate Our 4-Step Gutter Guard Installation Process Gutter Cleaning(or new gutter installation)... - [North Canton](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/north-canton/): Get a Free Estimate Video of New Gutters & New Gutter Guards on This Home in North Canton, OH Replacing... 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We learned a long time ago that the best way to solve gutter and water problems is to thoroughly assess the issues and provide products and services that will fix those problems the first time. As part of our free consultation, we will:Assess your current situation Identify the types of trees that are... - [Kentucky](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/kentucky/): Get Free Estimate Kentucky Installing Hands-off Gutter Guards in Kentucky You’re not asking for much: you want gutter guards that... 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Most homes don't need such large gutters, but there are times when the roof area far exceeds the carrying capacity of the gutters, so bumping up to bigger gutters makes sense. In many cases, we install 7-inch gutters only on certain areas on a home where smaller gutters have failed. We'll show you some examples on this page.  Help me assess my gutters 7-inch gutters carry 96% more water than 5-inch gutters With nearly twice the carrying capacity of 5-inch gutters, seven inch gutters serve a unique purpose on homes that have tremendous volumes of water that overwhelm smaller gutter systems. 7-inch gutters carry 36% more water than 6-inch gutters.In most cases, you can think of 7-inch gutters as the solution for a spot or two or three on your home where water continuously overflows the gutters.The most obvious areas on... - [6-inch Gutters](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-installation/6-inch-gutters/): 6-inch Gutters 6-inch gutters are the preferred water management systems for large and small homes alike. Capable of carrying 40%... 6-inch Gutters 6-inch gutters are the preferred water management systems for large and small homes alike. 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We learned a long time ago that the best way to solve gutter and water problems is to thoroughly assess the issues and provide products and services that will fix those problems the first time. As part of our free consultation, we will:Assess your current situation Identify the types of trees that... - [Chattanooga](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/tennessee/chattanooga/): Get Free Estimate CHATTANOOGA, TN No More Gutter Cleaning, No More Ladder, & No More Water Damage. We Install the... Get Free Estimate CHATTANOOGA, TN No More Gutter Cleaning, No More Ladder, & No More Water Damage. 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We learned a long time ago that the best way to solve gutter and water problems is to thoroughly assess the issues and provide products and services that will fix those problems the first time. As part of our free consultation, we will:Assess your current situation Identify the types of trees that are impacting your guttersObserve the size and condition of your gutters; your roof style... - [Indiana](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/indiana/): Get Free Estimate INDIANA Serving Indiana Homeowners Since 1996 I got into the gutter guards industry in 1996 after meeting... Get Free Estimate INDIANA Serving Indiana Homeowners Since 1996 I got into the gutter guards industry in 1996 after meeting a patent attorney who invented a gutter guard. 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We learned a long time ago that the best way to solve gutter and water problems is to thoroughly assess the issues and provide products and services that will fix those problems the first time. As part of our free consultation, we will:Assess your current situation Identify the types of trees that are impacting your guttersObserve the size and condition of your gutters; your roof style and slopeDetermine what we can do to improve debris... - [Cleveland/Akron](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/cleveland-akron/): Get a Free Estimate Cleveland & Akron Area No More Cleaning, No More Ladder. We Install the Best Hands-off Gutter... Get a Free Estimate Cleveland & Akron Area No More Cleaning, No More Ladder. We Install the Best Hands-off Gutter Guards in Cleveland. 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After installing his leaf guards on my first home, I was so impressed by how well the gutter covers worked that I decided to help Tennessee homeowners solve the same problems.We have been servicing homeowners throughout Tennessee, including near you in Greater Nashville, Knoxville, Chattanooga, the Cumberland Gap and Smokey Mountains regions since 2008.Our innovative selection of gutter protection and guttering systems is second to none. Plus, our consultative approach and extensive knowledge will help you find the right solution at the right price every time!  Johnathan Skardon https://youtu.be/ii0WPl76eLs Gutter Guards Nashville, TN Gutter Guards Direct is near you and services greater Nashville, including Green Hills, West End, Bellvue, Belle Meade, Forest Hills, East Nashville, Hermitage, Old Hickory, Donaldson, Mt. 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Today, we represent a variety of gutter protection systems, including MasterShield and LeafLock micro mesh gutter guards, LeaFree solid gutter covers, and Gutter Rx perforated aluminum leaf guards.  You can scroll down to the bottom of this page to see photos of our work, examples of gutter guards we've installed on homes around Nashville. Gutter Guards Direct services all of Middle Tennessee, including near you in Nashville, Green Hills, West End, Bellvue, Belle Meade, Forest Hills, East Nashville, West Nashville, Hermitage, Old Hickory, Donaldson, Mt. Juliet, Lebanon, Madisonville, Goodlettsville, Hendersonville, Gallatin, Springfield, Brentwood, Nolensville, Franklin, Leiper's Fork, Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, La Vergne, Eagleville, Murfreesboro, Smyrna, Clarksville and Cookeville, Tennessee. Our innovative selection of gutter protection and guttering systems is second to none. 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After installing his leaf guards on my first home, I was so impressed by how well the gutter covers worked that I decided to help Ohio homeowners solve the same problems.Today, we service homeowners throughout Ohio, including near you in Greater Cincinnati, Dayton, Columbus, Akron, Cleveland and Toledo.Our innovative selection of gutter protection and guttering systems is second to none. Plus, our consultative approach and extensive knowledge will help you find the right solution at the right price every time!  Johnathan Skardon Gutter Guards Dayton, OH Gutter Guards Direct is near you and services the entire Miami Valley, including Dayton, Oakwood, Kettering, Centerville, Washington Township, West Carrollton, Miamisburg, Springboro, Bellbrook, Beavercreek, Xenia, Springfield, Enon, Germantown, Franklin, Middletown, New Carlisle, Huber Heights, Vandalia, Clayton, Englewood, Trotwood, Tipp City, West Milton, Eaton, Troy, Sidney and Piqua, Ohio. 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Get Free Estimate COLUMBUS, OHIO Installing the Finest Gutter Guards in Columbus & Nearby Since 1996 You love being a homeowner, but hate cleaning your gutters.  You may be hands-on, but you may be sick of taking your life into your hands every time you get up on the ladder.  You don't really want to pay for gutter guards right now, but you sure as thunder don't want to pay for new guards and new gutters and interior repairs and foundation repairs because rainwater goes where it shouldn't.  You may not claim to be an expert in gutter guards, but you do know the previous company just didn't land the plane.So why is it so hard to find a company around Columbus that can install gutter guards the right way the first time?  I suspect it's because most of them don't specialize in gutter guards, don't specialize in gutters at all, haven't been in the field for long, or have the wrong definition of a successful job.To most companies, a good job is where they sell you the priciest gutter guards on the lot, they bang out the job quickly, and you call them in a couple of years for extensive repairs.  To us, success means... - [Cincinnati](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/cincinnati/): Get Free Estimate CINCINNATI, OHIO No More Gutter Cleaning, No More Ladder, & No More Water Damage. We Install the... Get Free Estimate CINCINNATI, OHIO No More Gutter Cleaning, No More Ladder, & No More Water Damage. We Install the Best Hands-off Gutter Guards in Cincinnati. Why is it so hard to find a company near Cincinnati that can install gutter guards the right way the first time - and within their quote and your budget?  I suspect it’s because most of them don’t specialize in gutter guards, don’t specialize in gutters at all, haven’t been in the field for long, or have the wrong definition of a successful job. To most companies, a good job is where they sell you the priciest gutter guards on the lot, they bang out the job quickly, and you call them in a couple of years for extensive, expensive repairs.  To us, success means we install gutter guards that you forget about, because they just work.  That means not only that you don't need to clean your gutters anymore, but also that you don’t need us again any time soon unless you buy another house. My crew and I have installed gutter guards since 1996, and we know what’s needed to meet just about any gutter goal you’ve got.  You can get a clear sense of... - [5-inch Gutters](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-installation/5-inch-gutters/): 5-inch Gutters 5-inch gutters are the most common gutter size installed in the United States and, likely, worldwide. 5″ gutters... 5-inch Gutters 5-inch gutters are the most common gutter size installed in the United States and, likely, worldwide. 5" gutters are available in various styles, including K-style, half-round, and fascia profile.  Why you should never buy 5-inch gutters We're going to go on the record and say it: 5-inch gutters should be outlawed. That's right. Banned. Illegal. Scrapped. Recycled. Whatever. We can't tell you how many times we've shown up to homes with improperly functioning 5" gutters, but it's most days, including on this home!If you have a home that is more than 10 or 15 years old, you likely have 5-inch gutters. If you have a home that was recently built and it has 5" gutters, the builder likely did you a disservice.There's no reason to install 5" gutters anymore. But it happens, everyday! This is a strong statement, but hear us out by reading what we have to say.  Help me assess my gutters 5-inch gutters carry 40% less water than 6-inch gutters While homes have gotten bigger, fancier, and often entail more elaborate roof configurations than homes built decades ago, 5-inch gutters still reign supreme despite being undersized for many applications.Whether you are building a new home, remodeling... - [Gutter Guards Direct](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/): Ready to Eliminate Gutter Cleaning for a Lifetime? When it comes to gutter guards, the more you look, the more... Ready to Eliminate Gutter Cleaning for a Lifetime? When it comes to gutter guards, the more you look, the more confusing it gets! End your search today by choosing from our comprehensive selection of gutter guards, gutters, and more from Gutter Guards Direct. LEARN MORE Gutter Guards Direct has been helping homeowners and businesses solve gutter and water problems since 1996. We offer several gutter protection systems ranging from perforated aluminum to the latest-and-greatest micro mesh gutter guards. We also install 5", 6" and 7-inch gutters. Our consultative approach allows us to gain a comprehensive understanding of the problems you are having with your gutters so we can fix the issues right the first time! Gutter Guards Our unparalleled selection of innovative gutter guards ensures that you will find the right gutter protection system for your home the first time! Learn more Gutters We don't live in a one-size-fits-all world, so why should you be limited in your choice of gutters? Installing 5", 6" and 7" gutters in 30+ colors! Learn more Services Storm damage? Need help with an insurance claim? Questions about your gutters? Water and drainage problems? We have the answers! Learn more Locations Near You One of... - [Dayton](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/ohio/dayton/): Get Free Estimate DAYTON, OHIO Protecting Dayton-Area Homes Since 1996 I got into the gutter guards industry in 1996 after meeting... Get Free Estimate DAYTON, OHIO Protecting Dayton-Area Homes Since 1996 I got into the gutter guards industry in 1996 after meeting a Dayton patent attorney who invented a gutter guard. After installing his leaf guards on my first home in Kettering, I was so impressed by how well the gutter covers worked that I decided to help other homeowners solve the same problems.We service homeowners throughout the Miami Valley, including Dayton, Oakwood, Kettering, Centerville, Washington Township, West Carrollton, Miamisburg, Springboro, Bellbrook, Sugarcreek Township, Beavercreek, Xenia, Springfield, Enon, Germantown, Franklin, Waynesville, Middletown, New Carlisle, Huber Heights, Vandalia, Clayton, Englewood, Trotwood, Tipp City, West Milton, Eaton, Troy, Piqua and Sidney.Our innovative selection of gutter protection and guttering systems is second to none. Plus, our consultative approach and extensive knowledge will help you find the right solution at the right price every time!  Johnathan Skardon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bJDyEz2-sjI LeafLock Gutter Guard (micro mesh) https://youtu.be/HkVmKjjkR7s?si=T6XRlDsdKKOXbe36 Our approach is different, and that's a good thing! We learned a long time ago that the best way to solve gutter and water problems is to thoroughly assess the issues and provide products and services that will fix those problems the first time. As part of our free consultation, we will:Assess your current situation Identify the types of trees... - [gutter-guards-cincinnati](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards-cincinnati/): Gutter GuardsCincinnati Are you tired of leaves, and other debris clogging your gutters?  Eliminate a Seasonal Chore for a Lifetime!... Gutter GuardsCincinnati Are you tired of leaves, and other debris clogging your gutters? Eliminate a Seasonal Chore for a Lifetime!Gutter Guards Direct is Cincinnati’s best gutter guard installer. We install quality micromesh gutter guards throughout Cincinnati and adjacent areas! Get My Estimate 5/5 Ashley DarnaHome Owner We would absolutely recommend Gutter Guards Direct to a friend to get the job done correctly. View ALL REVIEWS goodbye Cleaning Gutters Cleaning Gutters is a chore everyone hates and it's expensive. Install gutter guards; Stay off the ladder and protect your home from roof to basement.  Clogged gutters damage your roof, cause wood rot, damage your foundation and lead to basement flooding. No Leaves No Pine Needles No Seed Pods No Shingle Grit No Rodents No Nests We Are Top Rated How does it work? 1 ConsultationGet in Touch. Either through chat, email or the phone, we listen answer all your questions. At your convinience. 2 Free Site VisitWe will visit your home, assess your environment, and help you choose the best gutter guards for your environment. Get Free Quote 3 Get Free EstimateWe will issue a FREE no obligation detailed quote based on the best gutter protection system for your home. 4 InstallationThe... - [FREE ESTIMATE](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/free-estimate-2/) - [Jobs](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/careers/): We’re hiring! All jobs are remote; full, part-time or contract, with flexible hours, so you can work from home.  If... We're hiring! All jobs are remote; full, part-time or contract, with flexible hours, so you can work from home. If you're interested in applying for any of these jobs, please click on the highlighted job titles and locations. - [MicroScreen US](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/microscreen-us/): MicroScreen US Gutter Guards MicroScreen US is a micromesh gutter guard we used to offer, but we have since replaced... MicroScreen US Gutter Guards MicroScreen US is a micromesh gutter guard we used to offer, but we have since replaced this with Mastershield as we believe it offers better performance for our customers. Louvres and micromesh MicroScreen US Gutter Guard is an gutter protection system comprised of an aluminum panel that has a series of upward louvers through which water flows, coupled with an integrated stainless steel micromesh screen that keeps out leaves and the smallest debris, including pine needles, oak tassels, and shingle granules. MicroScreen US includes a Lifetime No-Clog Warranty. Installed under shingles Fits 5″ and 6″ gutters   Slides under the first course of shingles to prevent water from wicking under the shingles and down the fascia board   Maintains roof’s forward slope to allow leaves to fall to ground We now prefer Mastershield Since the early days of gutter guards, the market has progressed considerably and newer technologies are available. Having amassed 20 years experience as a company, we are now recommending Mastershield instead of MicroScreen US. If you're looking for a micromesh gutter guard system, Mastershield is a great choice and has a lifetime no-clog warranty. Check out Mastershield Don't take our word for it.... - [Gutter Guard Warranty](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/gutter-guard-warranty/): Gutter Guard Warranties This page is for our customers only, to assist you in viewing or claiming under your warranty... Gutter Guard Warranties This page is for our customers only, to assist you in viewing or claiming under your warranty agreement. Customers OnlySelect the gutter guard brand(s) installed on your home (info found on your invoice and agreement) to complete and submit your warranty.DiamondBack (DB) MicromeshGutter RxKlean GutterLeafOff/LeafLock Solid Gutter CoverLeaFree Gutter GuardMasterShield Gutter Protection | Write down the User ID and Password in order to register your warranty with MasterShield | User ID: mastershield |  Password: gutrgrdPlease call or text us if you have any questions about the warranties. Why Gutters from Gutter Guards Direct? Here's why...  Rated 5 out of 5 From the quote experience through job completion, Gutter Guards Direct was most professional and did everything they were hired to do, and then some. We are totally pleased with everything they helped us with, and will hire them again with pleasure. John M. Gutter Guards Direct, LLC provided a fair estimate without the "high pressure" sales tactics employed by the other companies we contacted. Their product was the best fit for our project. The installation was performed exactly as expected. I recommend Gutter Guards Direct. Scott M. When I did make a phone call to Gutter Guards Direct,... - [Perforated Aluminum Gutter Guards](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/perforated-aluminum/): Perforated Aluminum Gutter Guards These metal gutter covers come with smooth or wavy surfaces with punched holes to allow rainwater... Perforated Aluminum Gutter Guards These metal gutter covers come with smooth or wavy surfaces with punched holes to allow rainwater through. Ideal for blocking large flat leaves from deciduous trees, but generally unsuitable for smaller debris such as pine needles, locust flowers or oak tassels.  Perforated aluminum gutter guards are made from flat sheets of aluminum that are formed into shape by a roll forming machine. Most roll-formed aluminum gutter guards have a simple profile that is either has a smooth or wavy surface. A series of holes, slots or louvres are perforated into the panels so water can flow through the cover openings into the gutter. Depending on the product brand, holes, slots and louvres vary in diameter, size and frequency. There are several brands of perforated aluminum gutter guards on the market: Leaf Relief ShurFlo Gutter Rx Leaf Relief Gutter Guard Perhaps the most well known brand is Leaf Relief. Leaf Relief is a flat panel that has a vertical lip on the leading edge and a rubber gasket on the rear edge of the panel. It has hundreds of tiny holes on the panel. The holes are so small that there is considerably more solid surface area... - [Gutter RX FAQ](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/perforated-aluminum/gutter-rx/gutter-rx-faq/): Gutter RX FAQ Gutter RX is one of the leading brands of perforated aluminum gutter guards, known for its durability,... Gutter RX FAQ Gutter RX is one of the leading brands of perforated aluminum gutter guards, known for its durability, capacity to deter birds and rodents, all supported by a manufacturer's 20-year no clog warranty, you're at the right place to see the most popular answers to Gutter Rx FAQ.  Technical & Installation Information We take pride in helping homeowners to choose the best gutter guards for their unique situation. To see if Gutter Rx is right for your environment, we answer several popular Gutter Rx FAQs. View Product Info Gutter Rx FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) https://youtu.be/xYiWEpE1E40 Will GutterRx handle heavy rain? Yes. The surface of Gutter Rx is made up of hundreds of small holes that act as an opening into the gutter. Depending on the location on the surface, the hole sizes vary in order to drain the most rainwater possible. The wavy surface also slows the forward progression of water. Will GutterRx prevent ice dams? Ice dams are caused by poor insulation and ventilation in a home's attic. Gutter Rx will neither prevent nor cause ice dams. GutterRx will reduce the amount of snow and ice build-up in your gutters. Impact of Weather Gutter Rx FAQ: Colors and... - [The Impact of Weather on your Gutters](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/weather/): Weather & Your Gutter Guards Come sun, rain, wind or snow, your gutters and gutter guards must protect your property... Weather & Your Gutter Guards Come sun, rain, wind or snow, your gutters and gutter guards must protect your property from everything Mother Nature throws at it. The weather also influences what kind of debris clogs your gutters. Only an experienced gutter guard specialist can figure out which gutter guard works best on your home for your particular environment and weather conditions. The weather can cause a number of issues for property owners, which may affect the functioning of your gutters and gutter guards. It's important to understand if you live in a particularly wind-prone area how the leaves will be carried from the trees, the ground and the roof into your guttering.Sun has the advantage of keeping leaves dry so they don't stick or clog - but shingle roofs can quickly dry out leading to the asphalt releasing its granules into the gutter - a major clog risk.Some gutter guards are specifically built to handle higher volumes of water with ease. If you live in a rainy area, one not well-secluded by trees or other buildings, you may want gutter guards built for heavy rain.Wind can blow debris off of gutter guards and help keep them clear, but it can also rip... - [Gutter Guards](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/): Locations One of the things that gives us a unique perspective is that we have worked with customers from Michigan... Locations One of the things that gives us a unique perspective is that we have worked with customers from Michigan to Mississippi and New York to California. While we're not in those markets everyday, we understand the issues and know what works well in each market. We currently focus our efforts in:Ohio | Dayton | Cincinnati | Columbus | Akron | Cleveland | ToledoWestern Pennsylvania | PittsburghSoutheast Michigan | Detroit | Ann ArborIndiana | Indianapolis | Muncie | Ft. Wayne | Columbus | Bloomington | LawrenceburgKentucky | Northern KY | Louisville | Lexington | Bowling GreenTennessee | Nashville | Knoxville | ChattanoogaIf you're located in any of these markets, and want to know if we're near you, please reach out to us for a free, no obligation estimate! If you're located outside of these markets and have any questions, call, text or email us, and ask, "When will you be near me?" Have a Question? Call or Text Us! https://youtu.be/DrptyBJTG8k - [Products](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/products-2/) - [Solid Gutter Covers](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/solid-gutter-covers/): Solid Gutter Covers First patented in 1908, solid gutter covers protect millions of gutters worldwide. The #1 professionally installed type... Solid Gutter Covers First patented in 1908, solid gutter covers protect millions of gutters worldwide. The #1 professionally installed type of gutter guard, solid gutter covers can be an effective way to keep leaves and debris out of your gutters. Gutter Guard The granddaddy of professionally installed gutter guards, Gutter Guard gutter cover is a solid aluminum panel that slides under the shingles and secures to your gutters with an internal bracket system. Historically, it is one of the most popular types of gutter guards installed on homes in the U.S. and Canada. Learn more LeaFree Gutter Guard A budget friendly solid gutter cover, LeaFree is available in standard and high-flow versions. It is made of heavy-duty 24 gauge aluminum and is available in 15 colors + copper. LeaFree's interlocking panels create a seamless and attractive appearance. Learn more - [Locations Near You](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/locations/): Locations Near You       From Motor City to Music City and Windy City to Name Your City, we... Locations Near You     From Motor City to Music City and Windy City to Name Your City, we can help! Your Gutter Guards Experts Gutter Guards Direct has been helping customers in Ohio, Indiana, Western Pennsylvania, Southeast Michigan, Kentucky and Tennessee solve their gutter and water problems since 1996. Contact us today to see if we service your area.  1-800-750-2131 Toll-free in US and Canada Contact us: Call or Text >> OhioCincinnati: 1-513-723-1609Dayton: 1-937-660-3646Columbus: 1-614-356-8164Cleveland/Akron: 1-440-534-2525MichiganDetroit: 1-248-833-6393IndianaIndianapolis: 1-317-743-0583 PennsylvaniaPittsburgh: 1-412-643-4700KentuckyLexington: 1-859-407-5370Louisville: 1-502-754-2900Northern KY: 1-513-723-1609TennesseeNashville: 1-615-224-8080Knoxville: 1-865-622-2141Chattanooga: 1-423-428-8283 - [Micro Mesh Gutter Guards](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/): Micro Mesh Gutter Guards Micro mesh gutter guards were designed to address the shortcomings of other gutter guards. The first gutter... Micro Mesh Gutter Guards Micro mesh gutter guards were designed to address the shortcomings of other gutter guards. The first gutter guard to truly encapsulate your gutters, they will keep the smallest and most problematic leaves and debris out of your gutters. Micro mesh guards are also effective at keeping mosquitoes and bees from breeding and nesting inside your gutters. MasterShield Gutter Guard MasterShield is one of the most effective and versatile gutter guards on the market today. With its NEW copper-infused surgical grade stainless steel micro mesh screen, MasterShield is the obvious choice for discerning homeowners who want the latest and most effective gutter guard technology. Learn more LeafLock Gutter Guard LeafLock micro mesh gutter guard offers the ideal combination of defense against the most common leaves and debris with a more open micro mesh screen that captures water like no other gutter guard available on the market today. Learn more https://youtu.be/6N3LzESHskkhttps://youtu.be/pZswca0CNekhttps://youtu.be/Uz6_eFo5XYghttps://youtu.be/yL2QuHBFND8https://youtu.be/vLg7bw9sKI0https://youtu.be/E2z7x4AtQ64https://youtu.be/l5rkbDkOmdIhttps://youtu.be/b1dTB8xYe4g - [MasterShield](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/mastershield/): MasterShield Gutter Guards MasterShield gutter guard is the ultimate micro mesh gutter protection system that will keep out the smallest... MasterShield Gutter Guards MasterShield gutter guard is the ultimate micro mesh gutter protection system that will keep out the smallest and most challenging leaves and debris Patented copper infused micro mesh screen MasterShield's surgical grade stainless steel screen now includes 3 strips of copper that is factory woven into the micro mesh screen. Copper naturally breaks down organic matter, such as algae and moss, in order to keep the screen clean and free-flowing. Copper infused stainless steel micro mesh screen is available exclusively from MasterShield! Get estimate Rigid, one piece aluminum construction MasterShield can withstand 20 lbs of material on its surface and up to 4 feet of snow and ice. Whether you live in a heavily wooded area or a cold climate, rest assured that MasterShield is up to the task of protecting your gutters and home year round. Unlike PVC and plastic gutter guards, MasterShield's aluminum frame will not collapse, warp or deteriorate. Get estimate https://youtu.be/Og3nXK_zRjQ MasterShield, show me the water You might be surprised that a gutter guard with such a fine screen can handle high volumes of water, but MasterShield draws water through the tiny screen openings while effectively shedding leaves and debris. If you're looking... - [Best Gutter Guards](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/best-gutter-guards/): What are the bestgutter guards(for you)? The environment in which you live is the most important factor for determining the... What are the bestgutter guards(for you)? The environment in which you live is the most important factor for determining the best gutter guards for your home. When we visit homeowners in Ohio, Southeast Michigan, Western Pennsylvania, Indiana, Kentucky and Tennessee, prior to providing an estimate for gutter guards, we will make note of the types of trees you have and how they impact your gutters. We will also address any potential pest and rodent issues. What's more, we look at technical considerations, such as gutter style, roof types, downspout placement, and the integrity of your exterior siding, fascia boards, and wood trim to help determine the best gutter guards for you. Finally, how does weather in your region impact what you should do?You'd probably agree, the only way to pick the best gutter guards for your home is to properly assess and analyze your individual situation. Seeking guidance from an experienced gutter guard installer ensures that you won't waste your money by choosing the wrong gutter guard. Selecting the best gutter guards can be a daunting process, but don't worry, we're here to help and guide you. What types of trees do you have? Deciduous These trees bloom with a variety of flowers and blossoms in early spring. Flowers... - [Customer Reviews](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customer-reviews/): Customer Reviews We’re pretty proud of the work we do for our clients, and are grateful for the opportunity to... Customer Reviews We're pretty proud of the work we do for our clients, and are grateful for the opportunity to work with them. Here are just a few customer reviews highlighting how our clients feel about working with us.  If this looks as good to you as it does us, please contact us to learn how we can assist you with your project. Customer Reviews – Gutter Guards Direct 129 Verified Reviews — Real Customers, Real Results ★★★★★ 4.9(91) ★★★★★ 5.0(27) ★★★★★ 5.0(11) ★★★★★ 4.9 Overall 129 reviews All 129 Google 91 BBB 27 Facebook 11 Sort: Randomized Most Recent Highest Rated Lowest Rated BBB Accredited Business · A+ Rating Accredited since June 2018 · Better Business Bureau ↑ GET ESTIMATE - [Roofing](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/roofing/) - [Gutter Cleaning](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-cleaning/): Gutter Cleaning A clean and properly functioning gutter is the best way to avoid foundation damage, flooded basements and dangerous... Gutter Cleaning A clean and properly functioning gutter is the best way to avoid foundation damage, flooded basements and dangerous mold. If your gutters and downspouts are clogged, we recommend a thorough gutter cleaning and installing gutter guards... Gutter Basics Gutters are the primary mechanism for moving water off a roof and away from foundation walls. 1-inch of rainwater washing off a 2,000 square foot home can account for as much as 1,200 gallons of water. Based on typical rainfall totals, that's enough to fill 2 swimming pools -- annually! Clogged Gutters The #1 cause of flooded basements and foundation damage is clogged gutters. Excess water in gutters leads to wood rot, termite damage, and mosquito infestations. Ignoring clogged gutters can cause thousands of dollars of damage that is not covered by homeowner's insurance. Gutter Cleaning The simple way to avoid water damage is gutter cleaning on a regular basis or installing gutter guards that will permanently keep leaves and debris out of your gutters. We offer 3 gutter cleaning services. Reserve your gutter cleaning today! Or get gutter guards and we'll clean your gutters for free!We offer free gutter cleaning and a complimentary gutter tune-up with the purchase of gutter guards. Please note that... - [Storm Damage & Insurance Claims](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/storm-damage/): Storm Damage & Insurance Claims Look at the extent to which communities are suffering from stronger and more frequent storms.... Storm Damage & Insurance Claims Look at the extent to which communities are suffering from stronger and more frequent storms. Tornadoes, high winds, and hail are just a few reasons why you'll need help recovering from storm damage. Storm damage Some storms are more damaging and obvious than others. Floods and tornadoes cause obvious and catastrophic storm damage to homes and communities.Hail storms with large hail stones are obvious, too, but smaller sized hail and high winds can cause damage that is equally important to repair, but often goes unnoticed.  Ask us how Knowledge is power We have been helping homeowners assess and identify storm damage for more than a decade. It comes down to experience. The more we see, the easier it is for us to uncover storm damage on your home. Unfortunately, insurance adjusters don't understand gutters and gutter guards like they do roofs. This means that gutters and gutter guards are often undervalued. We will help you recover the full value of your gutters and gutter guard systems so that your new system works better than ever.We have been on the front lines helping homeowners survey and protect their homes. I'd like a free inspection Money in the... - [Gutter Installation](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-installation/): Gutter Installation Gutters are the primary way to get water away from your home. If your gutters become blocked, costly... Gutter Installation Gutters are the primary way to get water away from your home. If your gutters become blocked, costly water damage, leaky basements, and wood rot can occur. Learn how we solve gutter installation problems. Knowledge and experience are critical I started selling gutter guards in 1996. We began gutter installations several years later because I was tired of fixing everyone else's mistakes. By my account, more than 90% of the jobs we work on today have issues due to poor workmanship, improper gutter installation, and contractors' lack of knowledge and experience. We take pride in helping homeowners assess and fix their gutter and water problems right the first time.  Ask us how Gutter installation size matters There are many factors that go into making sure you have correctly sized gutters on your home. And odds are, you probably never paid attention to your gutters until you ran into a water problem, right?That's why we offer 5" gutters, 6" gutters, and 7-inch gutters. No matter the style and size of your home, we will help you select the proper gutters to solve your gutter and water problems once-and-for-all. Help me pick a size Heavy gauge, all aluminum seamless gutters Our... - [Gutter Guard](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/solid-gutter-covers/gutter-guard/): LeafOff Gutter Guard LeafOff Gutter Guard is one of the most recognizable gutter protection systems on the market today Solid... LeafOff Gutter Guard LeafOff Gutter Guard is one of the most recognizable gutter protection systems on the market today Solid performance, classic design Gutter Guard's ribbed panel slows and disperses the water as it nears the gutter. Water bonds to the surface of the panel, flowing down and around the curved nose, into the gutter.A continuous 3/8″ open water channel will handle the heaviest downpours while keeping out leaves and debris. Get estimate Nose forward design sheds debris The bulbous nose extends past the gutter lip, allowing water to follow the curve of the gutter guard and flow into the gutter, while most leaves and debris are washed away. Get estimate Heavy duty, all aluminum gutter guard Gutter Guard is made of heavy-duty .024 gauge aluminum and includes a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty. Unlike plastic, aluminum will not warp or distort over time, so it will provide better overall performance and maintain it’s attractive appearance. Get estimate Proprietary, patented gutter bracket Gutter Guard uses a heavy-duty internal bracket that supports and suspends each gutter panel above the gutter. The gutter guard slides under the second course of shingles and secures to the internal gutter bracket. The proprietary bracket is capable of... - [LeaFree](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/solid-gutter-covers/leafree/): LeaFree Gutter Guard LeaFree is an effective solid gutter guard that keeps out leaves and debris, squirrels and birds Reliable... LeaFree Gutter Guard LeaFree is an effective solid gutter guard that keeps out leaves and debris, squirrels and birds Reliable performance LeaFree Gutter Guard handles any rainfall ever recorded. Specialized patent pending inside miters and high water flow panels are available for areas where water flow is extreme. Get estimate https://vimeo.com/393817317 Nose forward design LeaFree's nose extends past the gutter lip, allowing water to follow the curve of the hood and flow into the gutter, while leaves and debris are effectively washed away. Get estimate Heavy duty, all aluminum gutter guard LeaFree is made of heavy-duty .024 gauge aluminum and includes a lifetime manufacturer’s warranty. Unlike plastic, aluminum will not warp or distort over time, so it will provide better overall performance and maintain it’s attractive appearance. Get estimate Attractive appearance LeaFree is designed to slide under the shingles and sits relatively low on the gutter. The low profile design enhances the look of your home, blends in with your roofline, and creates a uniform appearance across your home.LeaFree is available in 15 colors + copper to match the most popular gutter and shingle colors! Get estimate Preset water channels By maintaining a constant opening without the need for hangers... - [Gutter Rx](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/perforated-aluminum/gutter-rx/): Gutter Rx Gutter Guards Gutter Rx is an economical, yet effective gutter guard system that fully encapsulates your gutters, keeping... Gutter Rx Gutter Guards Gutter Rx is an economical, yet effective gutter guard system that fully encapsulates your gutters, keeping out leaves, debris, squirrels and birds Gutter Rx is compatible with any style of roof Gutter Rx's innovative, all aluminum, interlocking panel design securely attaches to existing 5-inch gutters and 6-inch gutters. It installs within the gutters and does not interfere with your roof.Gutter Rx is compatible with any roof style, including:asphaltwood shake shinglesclay tileslatestanding seam metalrubber roofing Get estimate https://vimeo.com/331897095 Effective water and debris management Gutter Rx's wavy surface helps prevent leaves and debris from sticking to its surface. Hundreds of optimally sized holes across each panel accept high volumes of rain water, and quickly dry out any debris on the surface, allowing it to fall to the ground with a light breeze. Get estimate Stops most leaves falling into your gutter GutterRx is designed to prevent most leaves and debris from entering your gutters, including pesky helicopters and whirlybirds from Maple trees and oak tassels from Oak trees. If your gutters suffer from the "blow over effect" -- leaves that land on your roof and inside your gutters from neighboring yards and lot lines -- Gutter Rx can be... - [LeafLock](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/leaflock/): LeafLock Gutter Guard LeafLock distinguishes itself by offering many of the same features and benefits as top-of-the-line gutter guards at a... LeafLock Gutter Guard LeafLock distinguishes itself by offering many of the same features and benefits as top-of-the-line gutter guards at a budget-friendly price Patented micro mesh technology LeafLock's patented design blends performance and versatility that is rarely found in today’s gutter protection systems. It’s all-screen design maximizes the area into which water can flow — making it one of the top performers on the market! Get estimate https://vimeo.com/331980189 Larger screen maximizes water flow LeafLock has a screen surface that is about 33% larger than comparable micro mesh gutter guards from LeafFilter, GutterGlove and MasterShield.An enlarged screen opening maximizes water flow. LeafLock micro mesh  gutter guard handles virtually all the water that it encounters, which is especially important if you have valleys, a steep roof pitch or a metal roof. Get estimate Effectively sheds leaves and debris LeafLock's forward slope is sufficient enough to prevent leaves and debris from collecting on the screen surface while keeping leaves, oak tassels and most pine needles out of your gutters.LeafLock is an “open framework” gutter cover. Air circulates around the gutter guard, quickly drying any leaves and debris that are sitting on the screen; allowing it to blow to the ground below. Get estimate Installs... - [Why Gutter Guards Direct?](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/about-us/why-gutter-guards-direct/): Why Gutter Guards Direct? Experience and Knowledge. (Gutter Guards Direct has lots of it!) Few gutter protection companies have more experience... Why Gutter Guards Direct? Experience and Knowledge. (Gutter Guards Direct has lots of it!) Few gutter protection companies have more experience and knowledge solving gutter and water problems than Gutter Guards Direct. Our founder, Johnathan Skardon, started selling gutter guards out of his garage in 1996. With over 25-years experience helping homeowners and businesses, from Michigan to Mississippi, solve gutter and water problems, we have seen all there is to see, and we have fixed virtually every problem there is to fix. Choice. (Gutter Guard Direct believes in it!) If you went to a corner car lot to buy a car and you had the choice of just one make and model of car, would you buy it?Probably not! You'd likely take off and visit car dealerships that offer several models from the same brand -- say Toyota, Honda or Chevrolet. Perhaps you'd visit an auto dealer like CarMax that offers many car brands and models on the same lot. We apply the same logic to gutter guards. Choosing from one brand and 1 model of gutter guard isn't the best way to buy gutter guards.The best way to buy gutter guards is to look at various types of guards. Why? Because different gutter guards... - [Services](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/services/) - [About Us](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/about-us/): About Gutter Guards Direct It began with an onslaught of leaves! I bought my first home in 1992. It was... About Gutter Guards Direct It began with an onslaught of leaves! I bought my first home in 1992. It was a modest, 3-bedroom Cape Cod.There were several large Maple trees in my neighbors' yards and my yard, that dumped helicopters, whirlybirds and leaves into my gutters every spring and fall.Coincidently, I had a friend who invented and patented a gutter guard, so I asked him if I could buy his gutter guards to install on my house.The gutter guards worked so well that I wanted to share what I'd learned and allow others to benefit from this technology.  In 1996 I launched a website, GutterGuard.com, to sell gutter guards to homeowners across the U.S.What started as my own DIY project evolved into a career. We've seen it all... and fixed it all Having personally spent thousands of hours in the gutter working on virtually every type of gutter and water issue, my Gutter Guards Direct team and I are uniquely qualified to help you solve your gutter and water problems.We have sold and installed most styles of gutter guards, including:micro mesh gutter guardssolid gutter coversperforated aluminum gutter screens Industry-leading gutter guard brands We have represented brands such as:LeafFilterLeafSolutionMasterShieldMicroScreenGutter GuardGutter RxLeaFree and... - [Customers](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/customers/) - [GutterTalk Blog](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/guttertalkblog/) - [FREE ESTIMATE](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/free-estimate/) - [LeaFree Gutter Guard](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/leafree-gutter-guard/): Reliable Leafree Gutter Guard handles any rainfall ever recorded. Specialized patent pending inside miters and high water flow panels are... Reliable Leafree Gutter Guard handles any rainfall ever recorded. Specialized patent pending inside miters and high water flow panels are available for areas where water flow is extreme. Nose-Forward Design The gutter guard nose extends past the gutter lip, allowing water to follow the curve of the hood and flow into the gutter, while leaves and debris are effectively washed away. No Hangers or Brackets! LeaFree does not install over additional hangers or brackets that can move or shift over time. The panels are only screwed into the lip of the gutter, and not into the roof or fascia. Preset Opening By maintaining a constant opening without the need for hangers or brackets, LeaFree will retain a high-end look and keep water flowing into your gutters. Flex-Bend Channel This channel collects additional water through the vertical perforations and bends to allow each system to be custom fit to match the exact roof pitch. Seamless Look Integrated connectors allow the panels to easily hook together, maintaining a seamless and uniform appearance. Leafree Gutter Guard Color Options Available in 15 colors (plus copper) to match your new or existing gutters. Peace of Mind Lifetime Product Warranty - [GutterLock Gutter Guard](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutterlock-gutter-guard/): GutterLock is a solid aluminum gutter protection system that utilizes surface tension to draw water from your roof into your... GutterLock is a solid aluminum gutter protection system that utilizes surface tension to draw water from your roof into your gutters. Each interlocking panel suspends from the gutter by a series of internal gutter brackets that secure the gutter guards in place. GutterLock Gutter Guard includes a "nose forward" design that helps push leaves and debris away from your gutters onto the ground below, while allowing water to move through a small slot between the gutter lip and gutter guard. - [MicroScreen Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/microscreen-us/microscreen-frequently-asked-questions/): What is MicroScreen Gutter Guard made from? MicroScreen Gutter Guard is made from a single piece of heavy-gauge, roll formed... What is MicroScreen Gutter Guard made from? MicroScreen Gutter Guard is made from a single piece of heavy-gauge, roll formed aluminum with surgical-grade stainless steel screen that is integrated into the aluminum frame during the manufacturing process. Single-piece aluminum creates structural rigidity that is critical keeping the gutter guards working under heavy loads from ice, snow, falling branches and wet debris. The surgical grade stainless steel is heavy duty so that it will maintain its shape, withstand falling twigs, debris, and won’t rust or deteriorate over time.  How does MicroScreen work? MicroScreen works using the physical principle called Capillary Action, that when liquid comes in contact with porous material, it creates a draw. In this case, the water molecules adhere to the tiny openings in the stainless steel micromesh screen, and water is drawn through the louvered openings of the aluminum gutter guard frame into the gutter below.  How does MicroScreen compare to other micromesh gutter guards Micromesh gutter guards entered the market around 2002 with the introduction of LeafFilter and Leaf Solution. Since then, several products have entered the market, including GutterGlove, Rhino Gutter Guard and GutterDome. MicroScreen is on par with or exceeds the performance of other micro... - [MicroScreen US Features and Benefits](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/microscreen-us/what-makes-microscreen-us-the-most-advanced-gutter-guard/): MicroScreen US Patented Design The innovative one-piece aluminum frame features a factory-integrated stainless steel micro mesh screen that provides rigidity... MicroScreen US Patented Design The innovative one-piece aluminum frame features a factory-integrated stainless steel micro mesh screen that provides rigidity and durability to withstand the elements. MicroScreen US's drip-edge technology prevents water from wicking behind gutters, which otherwise causes wood rot on fascia boards and roof decking. Maintenance and Hassle Free The self-cleaning stainless steel micro mesh screen is small enough to shed leaves and debris yet large enough to handle the heaviest rainfall. Easy Installation MicroScreen US will attach to most conventional 5" and 6" gutters. It slides under the first course of shingles and secures to the front lip of the gutter with self-tapping 1/2" zip screws. Attractive Appearance MicroScreen US uses the natural slope of your roof and gutter to fit snugly into place. Its attractive, low-profile design blends in well with the gutters and is virtually invisible from the ground. Exceptional Performance MicroScreen gutter guards are among the top-rated gutter protection systems, outperforming virtually ever other gutter guard on the market. MicroScreen consistently sheds leaves and debris, including pine needles, oak tassels and maple seeds, keeping the gutters and downspouts clog-free. Plus it stands up to heavy snow and ice loads. Lifetime No-Clog Warranty MicroScreen includes... - [Leafree Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/leafree-frequently-asked-questions/) Is LeaFree made from aluminum or plastic? LeaFree is made of heavy-duty .024 gauge aluminum and includes a lifetime manufacturer's warranty. Unlike plastic, aluminum will not warp or distort over time, so it will provide better overall performance and maintain it's attractive appearance. Can squirrels or birds enter gutters and build nests? No, LeaFree is made of .024 gauge aluminum and cannot be chewed through. The opening at the front of the panels is too small for squirrels and birds to enter the gutters. Is LeaFree nailed or screwed into the roof or fascia? No, LeaFree secures under the first row of shingles and is attached to the lip of the gutter with stainless steel screws. Will LeaFree install over my existing gutters? Yes, it is designed to install on existing 5" & 6" gutters! Will LeaFree change the appearance of my house? For the better, we believe. LeaFree is designed to slide under the shingles and sits relatively low on the gutter. The low profile design enhances the look of your home, blends in with your roofline, and creates a uniform appearance across your home.LeaFree is available in 15 colors + copper to match the most popular gutter and... - [Return to GutterGuardsDirect.com](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/return-to-gutterguardsdirect-com/) - [GutterFill Gutter Guard](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/gutterfill-gutter-guard/): GutterFill Gutter Guard GutterFill is a triangular-shaped foam insert for gutters, which prevents leaves and debris getting in, but still... GutterFill Gutter Guard GutterFill is a triangular-shaped foam insert for gutters, which prevents leaves and debris getting in, but still allows water to drain through. GutterFill Gutter Guard GutterFill is an open cell foam-type gutter guard that inserts inside the gutter. It's available in 3-foot lengths and is easy to install. It is available at most hardware stores, including Home Depot, Lowes, Menards, Do-It-Best and Ace hardware stores. The challenge with GutterFill is that it sits flat inside your gutter. If is designed to sit below the gutter lip, so the combination of sitting flat and being below the gutter lip easily allows leaves and debris to build up on top of the gutter guard. We tested GutterFill in 2021 and we found that it did a good job taking in water because of its porous membrane. However, it just as easily collected leaves and debris, which not only sat on top of the surface, but tended to mat down on top of it. In order GutterFill to work properly over time, it either needs to be installed where trees are a pretty good distance from the house or you will need to occasionally remove the inserts, shake them out,... - [FloFree Open Cell Gutter Guard](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/flofree-open-cell-gutter-guard/): FloFree Gutter Guards FloFree is a foam insert style of gutter protection. FloFree Open cell foam gutter guard FloFree foam... FloFree Gutter Guards FloFree is a foam insert style of gutter protection. FloFree Open cell foam gutter guard FloFree foam gutter insert fits into your existing gutters. The idea is that the fine pores in the material allow water to go into the gutter, but it will keep out leaves and debris from your gutters. While these systems can take in good amounts of water, it also allows smaller debris to get wedged into and mat down on top of the foam insert. As a result, we do not recommend this type of system unless you are okay with occasionally removing, shaking out and reinstalling the type of gutter guard. If you are looking for gutter guards, please click the button below for a free, no obligation estimate. Get estimate - [GutterGlove Pro Micro Mesh Gutter Guard](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/gutterglove-pro/): GutterGlove ProGutter Guards GutterGlove Pro is a micro mesh gutter guard made from heavy gauge extruded aluminum GutterGlove Pro micro... GutterGlove ProGutter Guards GutterGlove Pro is a micro mesh gutter guard made from heavy gauge extruded aluminum GutterGlove Pro micro mesh gutter guard GutterGlove Pro gutter guard photographed with shingle granules and small debris on the screen after rain storm. Get estimate - [LeafFilter](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/leaffilter/): LeafFilter Gutter Guards LeafFilter is a micro mesh gutter guard that is suitable for small debris, which sits on top... LeafFilter Gutter Guards LeafFilter is a micro mesh gutter guard that is suitable for small debris, which sits on top of the mesh. LeafFilter micro mesh gutter guard LeafFilter was invented and patented in 1999 by Alex Higginbotham from Virginia. LeafFilter was the first commercially available micro mesh gutter guard on the market that marked the first advancement in the effectiveness of gutter protection systems in decades. In 2010, Matt Kaulig, who was a dealer of LeafFilter purchased the rights to sell it nationwide. In the years since, through heavy online, print and TV advertising, LeafFilter has grown into the largest gutter protection in the world, eclipsing $1.4 billion in sales in 2021. Prior to Kaulig purchasing the rights to sell LeafFilter, Higginbotham developed an improved micro mesh gutter guard called MasterShield in 2005. Both LeafFilter and MasterShield remain on the market today. Gutter Guards Direct offers several micro mesh gutter guards, including MasterShield and GutterLove. MasterShield was the top performer in the Ultimate Gutter Guard Challenge 2021. To learn more about our gutter protection systems and to get an estimate, click the link below. Get estimate - [Leaf Solution Gutter Guard](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/leaf-solution/): Leaf Solution Gutter Guards Leaf Solution is a micro mesh gutter guard that is suitable for small debris, including pine... Leaf Solution Gutter Guards Leaf Solution is a micro mesh gutter guard that is suitable for small debris, including pine needles, oak tassels and maple seeds Leaf Solution gutter guard Leaf Solution gutter guard showing small leaf debris. To learn more about micro mesh gutter guards available from Gutter Guards Direct, click here, select the free estimate below or check out our blog posts and videos to see Leaf Solution being tested in real world conditions. Get estimate - [Solid Gutter Cover (formerly known as Cinch)](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/solid-gutter-cover-formerly-known-as-cinch/): Solid Gutter Cover shown with debris in the opening slots. Since the slot opening are relatively small, small debris collects... Solid Gutter Cover shown with debris in the opening slots. Since the slot opening are relatively small, small debris collects in the openings and causes clogs. - [Elko GuttaPro Gutter Guard](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/solid-gutter-covers/elko-guttapro/): Elko GuttaPro Gutter Guards Elko GuttaPro is a solid aluminum gutter guard Aluminum gutter guard Elko GuttaPro gutter guard shown... Elko GuttaPro Gutter Guards Elko GuttaPro is a solid aluminum gutter guard Aluminum gutter guard Elko GuttaPro gutter guard shown on home. It’s difficult to maintain a consistent gap between gutter guard and gutter edge. Get estimate - [DiamondBack Micro Screen Gutter Guard](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/gutter-guards/micro-mesh/diamondback/): DiamondBack Gutter Guards DiamondBack is a microscreen gutter guards suitable for filtering out smaller debris like leaves, pods and shingle... DiamondBack Gutter Guards DiamondBack is a microscreen gutter guards suitable for filtering out smaller debris like leaves, pods and shingle granules Microscreen gutter guard DiamondBack photographed during rain. Note the water flowing on the underside of screen and shingle granules sitting on top. Get estimate - [About The Gutter Guy](https://www.gutterguardsdirect.com/about/): Johnathan Skardon is serial entrepreneur who has started five companies since 1989. His first Internet foray was building gutterguard.com, an... Johnathan Skardon is serial entrepreneur who has started five companies since 1989. His first Internet foray was building gutterguard.com, an online distributor of gutter guards for the home improvement industry in 1997. As a homeowner, avid do-it-yourselfer, and business owner, Skardon has spent years developing innovative products and effective solutions for consumers and businesses. Skardon is uniquely qualified on this topic, after spending years "in the gutter," so-to-speak, and is looking forward to helping consumers and property owners solve their gutter-related problems. GutterTalk is a forum for homeowners, commercial property owners, and service providers to talk about all things related to gutters, specifically gutter guards. 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