Leafguard Home Improvement Blog
Gutter Damage You Can Repair
Do you have sizeable repairs to make to your gutters this spring? Sometimes the problems catch you off-guard, or sometimes you’re not surprised because you’ve been putting off an issue you’ve known about for months. There are a few different things that could be wrong with your gutters. Depending on how long you’ve owned your…
Preventing Water Damage with Gutters | Part 1: Protect Your Foundation
This is the first part of a Leafguard series entitled “Preventing Water Damage with Gutters”. Check back periodically for the parts that will follow. Leonardo Da Vinci said that water is the driving force of all nature. But water can be the driving force of all nightmares around your house if your gutter system isn’t…
Winter Gutter Maintenance Checklist: Protecting Your Home from Water Damage
Ensuring your home is adequately prepared for the colder, wetter months is essential as winter approaches. One often overlooked aspect of winter home maintenance is caring for your gutters. Neglecting your gutters during this season can lead to water damage, ice dams, and other costly problems. To help you protect your home, we’ve prepared a…
How Much Does Gutter Cleaning Cost?
https://www.forbes.com/home-improvement/gutter/gutter-cleaning-costs Gutter maintenance may not be the most exciting of household tasks, but it’s still vitally important. Regular gutter cleaning can make all the difference between a happy, healthy home and overflowing gutters that lead to a damaged exterior. Left unchecked, clogged gutters can cause water to negatively impact the structural integrity of your home,…
When Do Leaves Start to Fall?
Fall is when the days become a little shorter, and the nights start to cool. You can anticipate jacket and sweater weather. You can also expect falling leaves you will have to remove from your yard and gutters. But when do the leaves start falling? Tips for Managing Leaves in Your Yard A fall leaf…
Blocked & Clogged Gutters: Do They Cause Ceiling Leaks?
Clogged gutters can cause expensive roof leaks. A seamless gutter system can prevent damage and help you avoid future repairs. Learn more at Leafguard!
How to Fix Gutter Slope
If your gutters are sagging or holding water, the slope may be incorrect. Adjusting the pitch can restore proper drainage and prevent water damage to your foundation. Gutter slope, also called gutter pitch, is the slight angle at which a gutter tilts to ensure rainwater flows toward the downspouts instead of pooling inside the gutter. Your gutters…
How Do I Unclog a Gutter Downspout?
After it rains, you may find you don’t see water coming through your gutter downspouts. This is a common problem that can happen if you don’t resolve the issue. And clogged downspouts can lead to more problems, so this needs to be taken care of immediately. But how do I unclog the downspout? Check for…
The Causes & Solutions of Fallen Gutters
It’s a sight that no homeowner wants to see: you go out in the morning to start your car, look back at your house, and a portion of your gutters has fallen from your home. Aside from being an eyesore, this fallen gutter can cause serious issues with water and ice collecting around your house….
