Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
Expert Advice On Improving Your Home
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Written By Todays Homeowner Local Pros
Last Updated June 2023
The time taken and risks assumed in the process of cleaning gutters make it unappealing for most homeowners. However, unattended gutters can contribute to problems like pest infestations, water damage, and mold growth. Luckily, gutter guards can help prevent all of these issues. Severn gets more rain than 67.5% of the U.S., making the need to protect your gutters — and, consequently, your home and yard — even more important.
To assist you in getting the work done quickly and effectively, we've put together a list of reliable gutter guard installation professionals in and around the Severn area.
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Good customer service
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Diligent in educating customers
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Free assessment
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Punctual service
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
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Today's Homeowner looks at dozens of datapoints on gutter guard companies to come up with our data-driven rankings. It's not possible for a company to pay for preferential treatment in our rankings. We look at the following key factors in determining who should top our list:
The main types of gutter guards are as follows:
You can begin by looking at online reviews from real customers, including on the BBB website. A reputable gutter guard installation company will be able to provide a written estimate and information about warranties. A trustworthy company will have insurance, in case a worker sustains an injury on your property, and should provide you information about if and how its processes will affect your roof warranty.
Any kind of severe weather can pose a threat to your gutters. A heavy storm or strong winds could blow in debris and block the system. This can lead to water damage, attract pests, and ruin your gutters.
By purchasing mesh guards, you can save time you'd otherwise spend cleaning your gutters yourself and money you'd otherwise spend for professional deep-cleaning. Even if you don't have trees on your lot, guards stop birds and insects that like to live in gutters and feed on debris. Guards also help prevent rust, water damage, and corrosion .
You may be able to find a company that will remove your old gutter guards and at the same time install new ones. Not every company offers this service; the best way to ensure that your gutters are fully taken care of is to reach out to one or two of the companies on our list above to learn about what specific services they offer.
No device can totally eliminate the need for gutter cleaning, but gutter guards will reduce the frequency with which you'll need to get up on a ladder. A gutter system without guards needs to be cleaned between two and six times annually — the exact number depends on the weather and the tree coverage in your yard. When you invest in gutter guards, you can reduce that number to once a year or less.
The life span of gutter guards varies between the different materials and types available. Depending on the local climate and how well they are maintained, surface tension and brush guards can last as long as 20 years. Foam guards can last up to a decade, although they usually deteriorate faster in very sunny or wet climates. Plastic micro-mesh lasts roughly three years, while metal micro-mesh lasts around 12 years. For most other kinds of guards, plastic will last from three to six years, steel from seven to 10, and aluminum from 10 to 20 years.
