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Written By Todays Homeowner Local Pros
Last Updated June 2023
No one looks forward to gutter cleaning, a task which can take a lot of time and occasionally be dangerous. Neglecting your gutters, however, can result in problems in the future. Blocked or damaged gutters can cause water damage, encourage mold growth, and attract pests. One good way to take care of your system is adding gutter guards. If your home is in Springfield, a place which gets more roach infestations than 96% of places, you will especially want to avoid having a buildup of debris, in order to avoid inviting roaches into your gutters.
Discover the right company to install gutter guards by using our carefully compiled guide to the best companies in Springfield.
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Punctual service
Good customer service
Diligent in educating customers
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Diligent in educating customers
Transparent pricing
Free assessment
Punctual service
Award-winning
Good customer service
Services Offered
Award-winning
Free assessment
Good customer service
Diligent in educating customers
Transparent pricing
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Punctual service
Diligent in educating customers
Free assessment
Good customer service
Services Offered
Good customer service
Punctual service
Diligent in educating customers
Transparent pricing
Free assessment
Services Offered
Award-winning
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Free assessment
Diligent in educating customers
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Free assessment
Diligent in educating customers
Good customer service
Services Offered
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Award-winning
Free assessment
Diligent in educating customers
Services Offered
Good customer service
Free assessment
Transparent pricing
Diligent in educating customers
Award-winning
Services Offered
Diligent in educating customers
Transparent pricing
Good customer service
Free assessment
Services Offered
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:
There are six common types of gutter guards. These include the following:
Reviews from real customers online, in addition to the BBB, are excellent places to start. A reliable gutter services professional should be able to provide information on how the job may or may not affect your roof warranty. After an inspection, the company should be able to provide an estimate in writing. Your technician should also have information about warranty policies and provide proof of insurance, in the unlikely event that an employee sustains an injury while on your property.
Any kind of severe weather can pose a threat to your gutters. Springfield sometimes gets strong winds, which can blow debris into your gutters. This can then lead to water damage or pest infestations. A high risk of ice storms also means greater risk of developing ice dams, which can block your gutters and cause them to crack or overflow.
Well-maintained and clog-free gutters are especially important in places that see a lot of rain. Broken or blocked gutters can easily crack or overflow, causing water damage to your home, foundation, and lawn. Springfield also gets more roach infestations than many other areas, which means you should clear debris buildup as soon as you notice it. Gutter debris is very tempting food for roaches.
When you use mesh gutter guards, you can save time you'd otherwise spend cleaning your gutters yourself and cash you'd otherwise spend for professional deep-cleaning. Even if you don't have trees near your home, guards stop birds, roaches, and other pests that like to live in gutters and feed on debris. Guards also help prevent rust, corrosion, and water damage in Springfield's heavy rainfall.
Some gutter guard companies will also provide cleaning for an additional fee. To know if a particular company offers these services, you can find them on
You may be accustomed to tackling many projects — you may even have installed your gutters yourself — but gutter guard installation greatly benefits from professional expertise. If you're planning to install screen, mesh, micro-mesh, or surface tension guards, then hiring professional help for the installation will be highly recommended or even required.
For any guards, a local gutter services installer can help measure your gutter system to make sure that you don't under- or over-purchase materials. If you are undecided about what kind of gutter guards are right for your house, your technician can make a recommendation based on the details of your project. Finally, they will work to install your guards safely and efficiently, which saves you time and headache.
The life span of your gutter guards will depend on the material and style you choose. Most plastic guards last between three and six years, while metal ones can last for seven to 20 years (with steel on the lower end and aluminum on the higher). For example, plastic micro-mesh lasts about three years, while the life span for metal micro-mesh is around 12 years. Foam guards can last up to a decade, although they may deteriorate faster in very wet or sunny climates (like Springfield). Surface tension and brush guards can both last as long as 20 years, depending on the climate and how well they are maintained.