Leaf Guard is a patented one-piece gutter system that diverts water away from your home’s foundation. It’s stronger and more durable than other gutter systems.
When installed properly, Leaf Guard can save you time and money. It also helps protect your home from damage and keeps it more appealing to prospective home buyers.
Protects your home from water damage
Clogged gutters can cause water to leak into the home, damaging the foundation and other areas of your property. It can also rot your fascia boards, siding, and roof.
With gutter protection guards, you can prevent this damage from occurring. Leaf guards help to keep leaves and other debris out of your gutter, preventing them from clogging the drains and causing water to overflow.
Unlike other multi-piece gutter systems, leaf guards are made from a one-piece design. The hood system combines the gutter and the hood filter to ensure no gaps or seams for water to leak through.
The hood keeps leaves, pine needles, and other debris out of your gutters. This clog-free protection is covered under the lifetime warranty offered by Leaf Guard.
The price of gutter guards can vary depending on the brand and style you choose as well as any add-ons. It’s best to make a purchase that makes sense for your home and the specific needs of your property.
Reduces the risk of ice dams
Homeowners in cold climates are always looking for ways to reduce the risk of ice dams on their roofs. This is why it’s important to take the necessary precautions before the first ice storm hits.
In order to prevent ice dams, you need to make sure your home is well-insulated, and your gutters are properly sized and installed. This will allow for snow to melt and drip off your roof without freezing.
However, it’s important to keep in mind that insulation is only effective if your roof is evenly insulated and the temperature is above 32 degrees Fahrenheit. If the temperatures aren’t uniform, then your snow may not melt quickly enough and it could build up on your roof until it freezes again.
This melted ice can then form an ice dam that grows and expands as water isn’t able to drain properly into your gutters. This can cause extensive damage to your roof and your home.
Eliminates the need to clean your gutters
When your gutters clog, it can cause water damage to your home. That can result in costly repairs like roof repair, foundation damage and more.
Fortunately, gutter guards can make this cleaning process much less frequent and easier. Gutter guards are designed to prevent leaves, pine needles and other debris from getting into your gutters and causing clogs.
Aside from eliminating the need to clean your gutters, leaf guards also help protect your gutters against rusting. When debris lays within your gutter system it gathers moisture, which can cause aluminum and steel based materials to rust sooner than they should.
The best way to prevent rusting is to eliminate the buildup of debris in your gutters. By ensuring that the gutters can do their job without being clogged, you will save time and money in the long run.
Reduces the risk of clogged gutters
Gutter systems are essential to directing water away from your home and protecting your foundation, roof and landscaping. However, even the best gutters can clog with twigs and leaves.
Eventually, this will lead to water overflowing the gutters, causing extensive damage. This can result in rotted wood, mold growth and structural issues.
In addition, water overflowing into your home’s basement can cause significant interior water damage. This can lead to costly repairs and health concerns for your family.
To prevent these problems from occurring, consider installing a gutter guard. While gutter guards will not eliminate the need to clean your gutters, they will significantly reduce this maintenance burden.
