Rain Gutter Cleaning – the Gutter Cleaner Wand
Out of all the exciting things to do around the house, cleaning out your rain gutters is probably the last thing you really want to do. Well, there is a product called the Gutter Cleaner Wand that is designed to help make this job a little easier. But the big question is does it work?
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Are Aluminum Gutters your Best Choice for New Rain Gutters?
When it comes to rain gutter materials, you have a wide variety of choices. From aluminum gutters to copper, steel, vinyl and others as well. One of the most popular gutters are ones made of aluminum. But, are aluminum gutters your best option to install on your home? Here’s a quick look.
Over the years there [...]
Seamless Gutters – are They Right for You or a Waste of Money?
Deciding on whether to purchase and install seamless gutters? You may have heard of this type of guttering system, but don’t fully understand what they are all about. There are many advantages to seamless rain gutters, which I will outline in this article.
To start, the reason why they call it seamless is because it is [...]
Gutter Helmet – the Pro’s and Cons
When it comes to your home’s rain gutters, one of the worst things about them is how they can clog up and begin overflowing. This means having to climb the ladder and clean them out. Not a lot of fun to say the least. Well, the Gutter Helmet system is designed to eliminate the woeful [...]
Steel Gutters: The Benefits
Steel gutters are a popular choice for homeowners because they are very durable and a one of the most cost effective gutter choices. The most popular steel gutter type is galvanized steel gutters as they are the most economical with the price ranging from $4 to $8 per linear foot installed. Below you will read [...]
How To Clean Your Gutters And Downspouts
Cleaning the gutters is one of those necessary tasks that every homeowner hates. If you let it go, though, you’ll have gutters that won’t drain and tiny trees sprouting on your roof. To keep your gutters clean and channeling water away from your house, try the following tips. Gutter cleaning may be [...]
Rain Gutters – When It’s Time to Replace Them
There are several reasons why you should install new gutters. The most important of these reasons is water and water infiltration.
Gutter Replacement Reasons The first reason why you should look into new gutters is the affect wind has during a rainstorm. Wind may direct the water on the facade of the house. Without effective gutters, [...]
Rain Gutters – When It’s Time to Replace Them
There are several reasons why you should install new gutters. The most important of these reasons is water and water infiltration.
Gutter Replacement Reasons The first reason why you should look into new gutters is the affect wind has during a rainstorm. Wind may direct the water on the facade of the house. Without effective gutters, [...]
Properly Installed Do it Yourself Gutters
There’s not much glamour in gutter systems, but when properly installed, they do a great job of directing roof runoff away from your home. Flowing gutters drain hundreds of gallons of water away from the foundation. This keeps basements and crawlspaces dry, protects siding and windows from harmful backsplash, and prevents staining and rotting the [...]
Glossary of Gutter Terms
Glossary of Gutter Terms
Here are some terms you should be aware of when reading an estimate from a contractor.
Downspout
A pipe that carries rainwater from a roof gutter down to a drain or to the ground.
Drip-Edge Extension
Prevents water from washing over the fascia eventually causing it to rot. If your fascia boards have black streaks [...]