Fed Up of Having to Clean Your Gutters Twice a Year?
Tips on How to Choose the Best Gutters Guard
Gutter guards are used to prevent gutters from becoming clogged with various debris. An effective gutter guard means it is easier to maintain gutters and helps prevent damage to the eaves which often occurs when gutters get clogged. When you are considering buying these for your home, there are a few things you need to take into account before making your final decision.
Ease of installation is important when it comes to choosing a gutter guard. There are designs which can be easily adapted to the different sizes of gutters and are secured to the frame of a gutter by simple clips placed along the edges. Install a gutter guard that is both easy to install and remove. This can be important when you want to clean or paint your gutters without working around the guards.
It is important that you pay attention to the materials the gutters guard is made out of. Most designs have mesh for the main body. This acts as an effective barrier against larger debris like leaves and broken limbs
and still allows rainwater to flow with ease. Gutter screens can be made from wire mesh or durable plastic or resin mesh also. When you have multiple trees near your home, then we at Titos Seamless Gutters & Siding recommend going with the wire mesh version.
Bear in mind resin mesh is more susceptible to degradation due to the elements, especially harsh sunlight. When the position of your home is that the gutters receive direct sunlight all day, then you need to consider a gutter guard that has some form of slit design. These do not use mesh, instead, the body of the guard will have a series of slits which allow water to pass through unobstructed. If you would like to find out more about our gutter guard products and live in the Boiling Springs, SC area, please call us today at (864) 442-4259.