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How Long Does Gutter Replacement Take?

June 16, 2023June 19, 2023Jeremy Kelsey Gutters

Your gutters, much like the rest of your home exteriors, will show signs of aging and deterioration. At some point, you’ll notice that they’re no longer functioning as intended, and that simple repairs become too frequent and costly. If this is the case for you, it might be time to invest in replacement gutters.

Exterior Remodeling Choices That Will Shorten Your Honey-Do List

April 19, 2022April 19, 2022Jeremy Kelsey Home & Garden

Sunny spring and summer days are perfect for making exterior home improvements. To use your time and money wisely, it’s important to choose projects that are low-maintenance and provide a good return on investment. By investing in the following exterior upgrades, you’ll be able to reduce your ongoing home maintenance demands, which will also shorten […]

Can Your Gutters Survive the Next Storm?

April 13, 2022April 19, 2022Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Protection

Sometimes hurricane-force winds tear off gutters or cause trees to come crashing down on them. However, if you have the right gutters, more often than not, they’ll be able to stand up to the torrential rain, hail and strong wind gusts that come with the less severe — but still potentially damaging — thunderstorms that […]

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, […]

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, […]

Infographics: Tools to Make Cleaning Your Gutters Easier

November 28, 2019December 4, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Infographics

Are your gutters clogged and hard to clean? Check out our handy infographic to learn about the best tools for cleaning your gutters and removing gutter clogs.

How Professionals Clean Your Gutters

October 4, 2019October 21, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Gutters

Gutter cleaning is one of those tasks most homeowners dread. Many avoid it and end up with clogged gutters that overflow every time it rains. Those who understand the importance of clean gutters but don’t yet have rain gutter guards often call professional gutter cleaning companies. If you have a gutter cleaning company come to […]

Infographic: The New Homeowner’s Guide to Gutters & Gutter Protection

October 3, 2019October 10, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Infographics

One of the biggest challenges new homeowners face is keeping up with home maintenance tasks. The best example of those easy-to-overlook yet important tasks? Making sure you have functional, clog-free gutters 24/7/365. Here’s why it matters.

3 Tips to Clean Gutters Safely

August 8, 2019October 21, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Blog

It’s hard to believe that fall is almost here. With the cooling temperatures will come falling leaves and clogged gutters – unless, of course, you have the best rain gutter guards by Gutter Helmet®! If you’re still cleaning gutters (or worse, have inferior gutter covers and gutter guard cleaning is on your to-do list), here […]

Clean Gutters, Clogged Downspouts: A Classic Dilemma

August 5, 2019October 21, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Blog

Even when you’re diligent about cleaning your gutters regularly, you may still end up with clogs and overflowing gutters. Although your gutters are accessible, downspouts are much more difficult to get debris out of. It’s an issue homeowners have battled with since gutter systems were invented – until the advent of rain gutter shields.

How Gutter Guards Protect Your Home & Landscaping

August 1, 2019October 21, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Blog

If you’ve spent time and money this spring and summer adding shrubs, trees and flowers to your property, you want them to look great all season long and thrive again next spring. Since landscaping is one of the few investments you can make in your home that provides a positive return on investment, you need […]

Expert Advice On Power Washing Your Home And Gutters

Expert Advice on Power Washing Your Home & Gutters

April 15, 2019October 21, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Gutters

The exterior of your house and the hard surfaces surrounding it can get pretty dingy over time, so if you really want a deep clean, you should consider using a power washer to do the job. While as with most things there are many different products and models available to choose from, in general, power […]

3 Tips for Preparing Your Gutters for the Spring Melt

March 20, 2019October 21, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Gutters

It’s been an unusual winter. Parts of the country, like the Northeast, have barely seen any snow, while other places have had record snowfall. If you’re in one of those snowy cities, what can you do to prepare your gutters for both the melt and spring rains that are sure to come?

Infographic: How to Choose the Right Gutter Color for Your Home

March 11, 2019March 13, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Infographics

If the time has come to install gutters or replace your old ones, you have many color options. Make sure you’re making the best choice for your home by following these tips.

The Gutter Cover Dilemma: Hire a Pro or Install It Yourself?

March 6, 2019October 21, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Home Improvement

When you finally decide that you’ve cleaned your gutters for the last time, you may begin researching gutter protection products. As you do, you’ll find that some are only sold to authorized dealers and installed by the same, while other types are available at any home improvement store. If you’re trying to decide between hiring […]

6 Tips for Choosing the Best Rain Gutters for Your Home

February 28, 2019October 21, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Gutters

If you’re having trouble choosing rain gutters, don’t worry; you’re not alone! Figuring out the right fit involves a series of decisions that most people will really only have to deal with or twice in their lifetime. This guide will help put you on track toward finding the best gutters for your home.

Infographic: 8 Tips for Flood-Proofing a Basement

February 8, 2019March 14, 2019Jeremy Kelsey Infographics

According to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), all areas in the United States are susceptible to flooding. And whether or not flooded basements are common where you live, it’s good to have the right preventive measures in place.

Do Gutter Covers Work? It Depends

October 8, 2018October 8, 2018Jeremy Kelsey Gutter Maintenance, Gutter Protection, Gutters

It may be easy and cheap to go to your local home improvement store and buy a gutter cover, but you might be surprised when it doesn’t really work. Many of the products available for self-installation, like mesh screens, quickly become clogged with debris, or the debris filters right through and causes gutters to fill […]