If you’re looking for a way to minimize maintenance tasks around your home, you’ve probably thought of installing gutter covers or screens. To help you make the right decision between the two, Home Works Home Improvement in Ronkonkoma, NY, suggests familiarizing yourself with the advantages of both. That way, you’ll be able to choose the product that’s best for your budget and needs, and ultimately keep leaves and limbs from clogging your downspouts. 

Gutter Screens

Applying gutter screens to your gutters is relatively easy, as long as you have the right tools and equipment to get the job done right. Usually, people install a mesh screen around the top of their gutters, thus keeping leaves and stems out of the downspouts. While this works with larger forms of debris, homeowners still have to clean out the mesh and the gutters too, since bits and pieces of organic matter can make it past the screens. It’s also not very attractive. Another problem with screens is that they are not angled, so the leaves sit right on top of the screens blocking  the water from flowing  into the gutter.  This causes the water to cascade over the gutters and defeats the reason you installed gutters in the first place.

Gutter Guards

Home Works Home Improvement prefers to use gutter guards because they’re easy to install, extremely durable, and proven to be effective. When executing installations, they always apply TruGuard® gutter covers, since they’re made with high-quality materials that are proven to last. TruGuard® is NOT a screen it's a cover.This allows the water to enter the gutter using simple Physics, water follows its path. Allowing only the water to enter the gutter through the 5/8in opening and all the debris falls to the ground. Their smart design can handle copious amounts of water, and it allows debris to fall from your roof at three different locations, making them very effective. TruGuard® is one of the few gutter protection products that comes with a life-time non clog warranty.  

While both materials are used by roofing contractors and home improvement companies, Home Works Home Improvement only recommends installing gutter covers by TruGuard®. To schedule an inspection and receive an estimate, call (631) 218-0241 or like them on Facebook.