Gutter maintenance is an integral part of your home’s wellbeing. They control the flow of rainwater, to ensure your roof, walls and foundations are protected. Not to mention the landscape around your home, that’s how important they are! When gutter cleaning is neglected, you can find yourself with a whole host of problems. From a leaky roof to damaged interiors and clogged up gutters can also make a nice home for rodents, pests, mold and even insect infestations. You can take some simple steps to protect your gutters. In the long run you could save yourself thousands of dollars in costly repairs if you do ensure you have adequate gutter protection.

It is a good idea to clean your gutters at least annually, if not twice per year. Most gutter professionals recommend that it be done in the fall and in the spring. Sometimes, however, you may even have to do it more often. This is especially true if you live around a lot of trees, and in the months where the weather is humid you can get more build up. It may be very tempting to clean the gutters on your home yourself. However, if you are inexperienced in climbing a ladder or perhaps you don’t know the best way to ensure your gutters are protected it can be dangerous and you may still have to call out a professional to assist you. By hiring a local gutter cleaning expert, they will be able to advise you the right way to give your gutters protection. They will also be able to advise you on things like gutter guards, gutter screens and gutter covers. Knowing your options when it comes to gutter protection is the key to a healthy house!

What are gutter guards, gutter covers and gutter screens?  

A gutter guard or gutter screens prevent debris from entering your gutters full stop. In turn, the gutter guard or gutter screen will then reduce the amount of gutter cleaning you will have to do. Gutter guards are important in the prevention of clogs and buildup. They allow water to flow through the gutters while keeping debris out. There are hundreds of types of gutter guards on the market which is why it is important to enlist the help of a professional to install your gutter protection.

Gutter screens are really popular, but gutter covers are another option that you may want to consider. They do have a lot of similarities, but they are also quite different. These gutter covers, rather than gutter screens or gutter guards, will actually cover the entire gutter system. They are made with a permeable material that will allow water to get in.

This is the best time of the year to ensure you have adequate gutter protection. Gutter cleaning is the first step, but if you want your gutters to be protected for years to come, a gutter guard or a gutter cover is the best option. If you’d like to learn more about how Apex Roofing can help you keep your gutters protected, contact us today to find out more.