Look, we get it. Nobody likes climbing a ladder two or more times a year to clean out their clogged gutters. We get questions about gutter screens and guards all the time. So, in this article we’re going to weigh the pros and cons of gutter guards.
Pros of Gutter Gutter Guards
- With gutter guards installed, you can relax about your gutters being affected by debris, pests, contaminants and insects.
- Clogged gutters are less likely with gutter guards. Larger debris and leaves can clog gutters, leading to an array of problems, such as flooded basements, mold and mildew, and yard erosion. Also, clogged gutters can cause pools of water which can serve as breeding ground for insects, such as mosquitoes. Given the danger of the West Nile virus, homeowners should be wary of such breeding grounds.
- With gutter guards, gutter maintenance is much easier. Normally gutters require cleaning twice a year, in the spring and fall. If gutter guards are installed, cleanings are required less often and are much easier to accomplish. Less gutter cleaning also means less of the safety risk that comes with gutter cleaning, from working atop a ladder.
- Gutter guards can prevent rusting. If wet debris resides in rust-prone gutter troughs, the troughs can prematurely rust. Gutter guards prevent accumulating debris, and therefore can prevent premature rusting.
- In the winter, gutter guards help prevent freezing. If water gets trapped in a gutter during the winter, it can freeze and cause blockage, which can lead to water seeping into the home.
- Gutter guards provide excellent fire protection. For homeowners living in areas prone to bushfire, fire protection is essential. No debris sitting in gutters means that no material will catch fire from floating embers.
- Gutter guards can help you save a lot of money you’d have to otherwise spend on repairs. Even basic roof repairs can be a few hundred dollars, and if the water damage reaches the underlayment, you might have to get a new roof entirely.
- The installation is relatively quick and there’s no damage to your roof.
- Modern gutter guard systems are known to last for decades, and some of them even have warranties that guarantee they will continue working for up to a quarter of a century.
Cons of Gutter Guards
- If you have a slightly larger home, the cost for gutter screens might be higher than you expect. However, Gutter Doctors of Georgia is going to have the best price guaranteed, and the savings of having your roof protected and now having to have your gutters cleaned quickly recoups the installation cost. It’s not uncommon for prices to exceed $1,500 in some cases.
About Gutter Doctors and Leaf Guards
We specialize in gutter replacement and gutter guards. We install replacements of 6″ and 5″ seamless gutters. Our gutter guard system is the best choice for gutter leaf guards in our industry. This prevents having to remove debris that can collect in your gutters. We are the best choice to take care of your gutter needs at an affordable rate. We even have discounts available for police officers, firefighters, those serving our country, and senior citizens.