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On our blog, you'll find expert advice on gutter protection, gutter maintenance, home and lawn care, and more! You can trust Gutter Helmet® to provide superior protection for your home and family.

5 ‘Yes’ Answers You’ll Get From Your Gutter Helmet® Installer

September 20, 2021September 13, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Protection

If you read reviews of gutter guards, then get quotes on Gutter Topper®, Leaf Relief™ or gutter guards from Lowes or Home Depot, be ready to ask a lot of questions about how these systems work, the background of the installers and the warranty coverage. Then compare their answers to the answers you get from […]

Common Gutter Problems: An Introduction

September 14, 2021September 13, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutters

The #1 gutter problem in America is also the top reason people come to this website for information. Simply stated, the problem is leaky gutters. If your gutters are leaky, water is no longer being effectively drained away from the foundation of your home. If you’re like most homeowners, this problem can literally hit you […]

Get Peace of Mind With Certified Gutter Helmet® Installation

September 8, 2021September 13, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Protection

Proper gutter and gutter guard installation is an important aspect of home improvement. While you might save a little upfront by installing gutter guards yourself or hiring a friend to do it for you, poorly installed products could end up costing you more in the long run due to the potential for water damage.

The Long-Lasting Solution to Leaky Gutters

September 2, 2021September 13, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Maintenance

If you’re in the market for seamless aluminum gutters, then you need to do your homework before choosing replacements for your existing gutters. There are no recognized industry standards, required licenses, professional certification programs or nonprofit trade associations for gutter installers, so it’s important to take the time to do some research before hiring an […]

Rainwater Harvesting Can Help in Drought-Stricken Areas

August 23, 2021August 31, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutters

Water continues to be in short supply in many parts of the country, with the western and northwestern portions of the United States suffering from persistent drought. According to the U.S. Drought Monitor, this year, eleven states have been suffering from extreme drought conditions: New Mexico, Arizona, Nevada, California, Utah, Oregon, Washington, Montana, North Dakota, […]

How to Install Gutter Guards the Gutter Helmet® Way

August 16, 2021August 31, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Protection

Installation of the Gutter Helmet® gutter protection system requires the expertise of a factory-trained specialist who will examine your roof, gutters and fascia board to ensure your system is planned and installed properly.

After You Move In: Money-Saving Maintenance Tips for a New Home

August 9, 2021August 11, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Home & Garden

Moving into a new home is exciting, and it’s also a lot of work! Once you get settled in, we recommend turning your attention to some simple home maintenance tasks that can save you time and money and improve your safety and comfort. Most take just a few minutes or a quick call to a […]

Why a Gutter Guard Must Be Pitched With the Roof

August 2, 2021August 11, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Protection

Installing flat gutter guard systems, such as micro-mesh gutter guards, will inevitably cause problems for homeowners. One of the most common issues with this type of system is debris buildup due to how the guards are installed. Here’s why you don’t want gutter guards that lie flat over the top of the gutters.

Still Haven’t Cleaned Out Those Gutters? Let Us Do the Job for You

July 19, 2021August 30, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Maintenance

Gutter cleaning is a must on a spring maintenance to-do list, but it’s easy to understand why it’s one of the least favorite chores for many homeowners. Mucking out rain gutters is dirty, time-consuming and sometimes dangerous – yet necessary as well. You probably already know that the spring and summer months can bring trouble, […]

5 Trees That Don’t Belong in Your Yard

July 13, 2021July 8, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Home & Garden

In a rush to fill the emptiness of a bare yard and provide their homes with shade to protect against the summer sun, many homeowners plant trees without first doing some research to find out what they’re getting into. Different species of trees have very distinct characteristics and require varying levels of maintenance. Here are […]

4 Small Home Improvements With Big Payoffs

July 7, 2021July 8, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Home & Garden

Summer is the time to partner with your contractor to make your dream home a reality! Investing in home improvement projects requires knowledge and planning, however. Many improvements won’t add value to your home, and can even reduce the amount you’re able to ask for when you decide to sell (think swimming pools and sunrooms).

Money from the Sky: What You Need to Harvest Rainwater

July 1, 2021July 8, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutters

Did you know that money falls from the sky every time it rains? It’s true! And as you may have guessed, this money is in the form of water. Harvesting rainwater is a simple way to save on the cost of expensive, chemically treated municipal water while helping the environment at the same time. Though […]

The Trouble With Micro-Mesh Gutter Guards

June 22, 2021June 4, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Protection

If you have friends or neighbors with micro-mesh rain gutter guards, chances are they’re not happy with the performance of the product. This is because debris frequently builds up on these guards or water deflects off the fine mesh, causing more problems than before it was installed. It doesn’t matter what a manufacturer claims: the […]

How to Keep Gutters Free of Nesting Birds

June 15, 2021June 4, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Home & Garden

Many people enjoy watching birds and their interesting behaviors. Unfortunately, some of these behaviors can be irritating and even destructive to your property.

10 Benefits of Rainwater Harvesting for Urban & Rural Homes

June 1, 2021June 7, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Home & Garden

Rainwater harvesting is the practice of collecting and storing rainwater run-off from a roof or other surface for future use. The rain collects in the gutters, travels down the downspouts and is then channeled into a barrel or other container for storage until it’s needed.

5 Essential Gutter Cleaning Tools

May 24, 2021May 10, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Maintenance

Once you’ve made up your mind to tackle gutter cleaning, the next step is to arm yourself with the right gutter cleaning tools. If you don’t have effective tools, the job will be much more difficult, and your safety could even be compromised. Below are some basic yet essential gutter cleaning tools that will help […]

5 Gutter Cleaning Tips That Could Save Your Life

May 10, 2021May 10, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Maintenance

If more homeowners understood the correct method for cleaning out their gutters, far fewer people would suffer injury while performing this common home maintenance task. According to statistics shared by the Consumer Product Safety Commission, more than 90,000 emergency room visits occur as a result of ladder-related injuries every year. Over the last 10 years, […]

How the Gutter Helmet® Gutter Cover Works

May 3, 2021May 10, 2021Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Protection

Gutter Helmet® gutter covers are installed directly over existing full-size gutters. You’ll notice that the nose of a Gutter Helmet® cover actually extends past the lip of your gutter. This patented Nose Forward Design™ prevents debris from entering your gutters. Unlike some other rain gutter covers that claim to protect gutters just as well, Gutter […]