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Author Re: Gutter covers - anything work?
Goedjn

2005-06-16, 2:24 pm

quote:

>Wondering what the "state of the art" is in rain gutter covers. A couple
>years ago, we had the roof shingles installed, but the roofing guys could
>not recommend a good gutter covers.
>
>Originally, the gutters were covered with a nylon mash type cover, but it
>was flimsy and buckled up in many places. I installed a white, flat plastic
>covers from Home Depot. It looked like they should keep the leaves and
>maple seeds out - but it did not work too good. Fair amount of water makes
>it past it. How - don't know.
>
>What should I try next ??? :-) Don't enjoy climbing anymore.


Take the gutter off. Install another fascia attached to the first
with spring-loaded hinges. When you need to clean the gutters,
reach up with a gaff, and pull down on the gutter until it flips
upside down.

--Goedjn
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