Monthly Archives: March 2015

The Importance Of Spring Gutter Cleaning


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The Importance Of Spring Gutter Cleaning Spring gutter cleaning is an important part of spring cleaning.  You have to remember that the last time you cleaned out your gutters was back at the end of fall. Leaves, pine needles and other debris will still continue to collect after you clean the gutters not to mention if animals (such as squirrels and birds) bring debris onto of your roof or into your gutters. Also with spring blooming, your gutters can catch debris. We suggest if your are cleaning out your gutters yourself to do it on the first sunny day before all the rain hits. If you are looking for a professional gutter cleaning service ( like Gutters & Guards, Inc.) call them today and set up an appointment. Spring gutter cleaning is very important to look for damage that may have happened during the winter. Look for leaks, rust spots or places where your gutter could be loose and pulling away from your home. While you’re up cleaning out your gutters, take a look at your roof too. Look for missing or damages shingles as well as shingle granules in your gutters. These are signs that you may be in need of a roof replacement or repair. If you are not sure please call a professional.   Spring is a good time to look into investing into gutter guards. After your gutters are clean why not keep them that way and prevent clogs by installing gutter guards. Learn more about the different types of gutter guards we offer. For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and make sure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

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Gutter Maintenance Tips #5 – Gutter Cleaning Gloves


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Gutter Cleaning Gloves If you are DIY cleaning your gutters this yea. It’s important to take some necessary precautions to prevent injuries and accidents from happening. One of the important things that you shouldn’t ignore is wearing gutter cleaning gloves. This will not only protect your hands from getting dirty. It can protect and prevent you from picking up something that is full of bacteria. Your gutters catch a lot of things, and leaves are just some of the cleaner parts. Debris that have been in your gutters for a long time can start to rot and it can also be mixed with bird, pigeon and squirrel droppings none of which you want to grab with your bare hands. A good pair of gutter cleaning gloves can also prevent cuts from torn metal shards of an older ragged gutter system. What we mean by a good pair of gloves is a thick, suede glove material is recommended because it is superior to cotton, thin leather or rubber glove. It will not soak up dirty water or rip like a cotton glove. Leather are not a flexable and will shrink after use. Rubber gloves will rip. You can find a suede glove at any gardening or supermarket(such as Walmart, etc.) and they are very inexpensive! If you are not a DIY gutter cleaner, please leave it to the professionals ( such as Gutters & Guards, Inc.). For a free estimate on gutter installation, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and make sure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

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Gutter Maintenance Tips #4 – Rusted Gutters


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Rusted Gutters Rusted Gutters can lead to some serious gutter repairs,such as leaks and pieces falling off, if not taken care of in a timely manner. You should consider aluminum gutters, but if you’re going to stay with the old gutters until your budget allows you will need to get the rust off the old ones. To do this you will have to get off of the rust off, sand them down, and paint them with a good primer and then with a good quality RUST-INHIBITING paint. The reason we suggest aluminum gutters is not only because they will not rust over time, but they are inexpensive, durable, easy to work with, and are available in a wide range of colors. We offer seamless gutters which protects your gutter system from springing a leak. Other types of gutter materials that are out there are galvanized steel gutter systems. But this type of system will start to rust after 20-25 years but are worth it if you live in an area where extreme weather(heavy rains and snow) happen. For most of the area that we cover in Central Virginia, aluminum will do just fine. We do offer galvanized steel gutters. Another materials is copper, this type is the most expensive and can bring a certain aesthetic to a home, they will change color and do not go with any style of home. The last material that we do not offer is vinyl. It is the least expensive but compared to its metal counterparts is not as sturdy or durable. It also tends to become brittle and break in the winter time. This could end up costing you more in the long run due to repairs. To learn more about the comparisons of gutter materials, view this post. To learn more about aluminum gutters, view this post or contact us! For a free estimate on gutter installation, repairs or gutter leaf guards, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and make sure that your home is protected. Connect with us for daily inspiration, updates and information: Facebook | Twitter | Pinterest | Instagram

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