![]() ![]() There are good covers and there are bad covers, but NO cover keeps everything out. This type of cover collects the water via a cutout near the edge of the gutter, essentially extending the roofline to the front edge of the gutter. Solid "helmet" or reverse curve cover that slides under the bottom roof shingle, is screwed or snapped onto the top front of the gutter.Flat perforated screen cover that sits flat on top of the gutter.This could be once or twice A WEEK when leaves are falling!Īlthough there are many gutter cover brands available, there are really only 2 types of gutter covers: Heavily treed: Check often and clean each time gutter is filled with debris.Moderate trees: Check and clean minimum 2x per year.Few or no trees at all: Check and clean a minimum of once a year."Periodically" is completely dependent upon the "treed" environment!.Unless you live in an urban environment or a rural area without any nearby trees, your gutters will collect debris and they must be cleaned periodically. ![]() Otherwise, the gutters will overflow causing flooding near the foundation and/or, depending on your roof design, leaks into your home or windows, especially if your home does not have a soffit overhang. Plain, UNCOVERED gutters and downspouts (which are also known as "leaders")Īs long as a gutter, outlet and downspout are clean and unobstructed, water will be collected by the gutter, drain into the downspout and be directed away from your building's foundation. Please note that we are assuming your gutters and leaders are the correct size for your home and properly installed. We are going to discuss the most common gutter alternatives. The fact is that most of them do work but, depending on the style you choose, you will still have to maintain them. there is a glut of rain gutter products on the market today designed to keep your gutters clear of debris and draining properly when it rains. There are many ways to keep your gutters flowing free!įace it. ![]()
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