What You Don’t Know About Ice Dams Can Still Hurt You January 25, 2023 Gutters play an important role in keeping water away from your home. Without them, rainwater and melting snow can accumulate around your roof and cause serious damage. Cold temperatures can also bring about ice dams, which prevent water from draining properly. This can lead to serious problems for homeowners if left untreated. A gutter shield company discusses […] Read More
Should You Detach Downspouts in Winter? January 18, 2023January 19, 2023Jeremy KelseyGutter Guards Gutters and downspouts are essential components of a home’s drainage system. In winter, temperatures can dip to levels that freeze water inside the gutters and downspouts, leading some homeowners to consider detaching the downspouts and extensions to prevent any potential ice buildup. A gutter protection service provider shares several reasons why it is not recommended that you […] READ MORE
Why We Don’t Recommend Micro Mesh Gutter Guards January 14, 2023January 16, 2023Jeremy KelseyGutter Guards Gutters are an essential part of your home’s drainage system. They provide a safe and effective way to direct water away from your house and prevent damage to the foundation. Millersville, MD has many types of gutter protection products available, including micro mesh gutter guards. While they may seem like a good option on the surface, we don’t […] READ MORE
How Gutter Helmet® Works: 3 Things You Need to Know November 2, 2021November 9, 2021Jeremy KelseyGutter Guards One of the least favorite fall chores for many homeowners is cleaning out the gutters. This is understandable, as wet leaves can quickly become a slimy, soggy mess. That’s why many homeowners choose to install Gutter Helmet® gutter guards and save themselves from having to deal with this unsavory, time-consuming and sometimes dangerous task! READ MORE
Why Homes With a Slab Foundation Still Need Gutters October 1, 2020October 2, 2020Jeremy KelseyGutter Guards In certain parts of the country, many homes are built on concrete slab foundations. These houses are almost in direct contact with the ground because there is no basement or even a crawl space underneath. For this reason, many homeowners believe this type of home doesn’t need gutters due to the fact that there’s no […] READ MORE
Discourage Nesting Birds With a Sturdy Gutter Guard July 29, 2019October 21, 2019Jeremy KelseyGutter Guards Although you may rejoice when a bird begins building a nest in a nearby tree, there are definitely places you don’t want feathered friends to take up residence. Unsuitable or unsafe locations around your home include near doors and walkways, inside vents and chimneys, and in your gutters. READ MORE
