I just bought a house that has screens in the gutters, but they're still filling up with leaves and overflowing. The home inspector mentioned a leak at the corner seam near the front door. At my age, climbing a ladder to clean gutters isn't really an option. I live next to a heavily wooded area, so leaves are a constant issue. I received a 20% off coupon for Leaf Filter, but it seems like it could cost over $3,000. My house is a rectangular ranch of about 1,800 sq ft, but I'm unsure about its exact dimensions. I've heard that gutter guard companies can be very pushy, and I'm not afraid to tell them to leave if they get too aggressive. I'm looking for gutter guards that genuinely work, come with a lifetime warranty, and provide good service after installation. Also, do these guards attach to the existing gutters, or do you need to replace the entire system? Some of my downspouts are awkwardly close to the foundation with odd bends, and I think they could have been installed better, with downspouts leading further away from the house. I'm willing to spend money on a high-quality product if it delivers results. The only gutters I've seen that are impressive are copper ones, which can be rinsed out easily. I can only imagine how expensive those are!
3 Answers
I recommend just cleaning the gutters when needed instead of relying on guards. It keeps the system simple and effective.
If you don't have a lot of pine needles, the gutter guards from Home Depot are easy to install and do a decent job for around $200. I rarely clean my gutters anymore since I put them in.
Honestly, gutter guards usually don't do much. If you're okay with it, just make a point to clean your gutters every now and then; it's the most reliable solution.
I’m worried about pine needles since I live near a lot of trees. Do you think those guards will still work fine even with those around?