Leafguard Home Improvement Blog
How to Fix Gutter Overflow
Gutters are essential in moving rainwater away from your house to prevent water damage to your home’s foundation, walls, and interior. But if something prevents gutters from working correctly, the water will spill over the sides of your gutters, creating a whole list of problems, including: After identifying the reason behind the overflowing rainwater, the next step is…
Does Homeowners Insurance Cover Gutter Damage?
Insurance does cover specific water damage that occurs because of a problem with gutters. However, this is a bit of a sticky issue and depends on the type of Homeowners Insurance you have. When does Homeowners Insurance cover water damage? A standard homeowners policy covers water damage only if it is sudden and internal. It…
Can I paint my gutters?
Yes, you can paint gutters. There is a common misconception that you cannot apply new paint to guttering as they are metal, but this is not true. Some paints, such as acrylic exterior paint, are designed to take on the elements. This means it’s possible to transform your gutter’s appearance with just a fresh coat….
Why are my Gutters Leaking?
Gutters are not something you often put a lot of thought into – until something happens. You come home and happen to notice dripping from your downspout. A significant rain happens, and you recognize your gutters are not containing the water or you happen to see a crack or split in your gutter. What if…
Why Do You Need Gutters for Your Home
Every home needs gutter protection because overflowing gutters and leaking water from your gutters can cause severe and costly damage to your home. Whether you have good gutters, bad gutters, or no gutters, the bottom line is this: water cannot stay around your house. It is easy to forget and assume your home is prepared for when steady rain…
Southeast Gutter Protection
The Southeastern region of the United States is made up of six states: Alabama, Georgia, Florida, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee. Weather in the southeast consists of very mild winters, with temperatures averaging in the 50’s and 60’s during the day. The Southeast doesn’t often receive heavy snowfall during the winter. Rain is the…
How Can Rain Damage My Home
Rain is inevitable in the life of a homeowner. Did you know that eight out of 10 incidents to go wrong with a home today have to do with water-related damage? Rain can cause detrimental harm to your home in ways you wouldn’t always think of. Flooding When heavy rains fall, the soil becomes oversaturated with…
Northeast Gutter Protection
The Northeastern section of the US includes the Mid-Atlantic States and New England. The states that make up this region are New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Maryland, Washington D.C., Delaware, Massachusetts, Vermont, Maine, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and Connecticut. The weather in the Northeast United States is described as having warm and moderate temperatures in the…
Are gutter guards worth getting?
Gutter guards can be an effective and convenient way to reduce gutter cleaning and protect your home from the effects of weather, fallen debris, and water damage. There are many advantages to getting gutter guards, from preventing clogs and ice dams to improved water flow away from your home. Discover the reasons for getting gutter guards and…
