Gutter Guards Not Under Shingles

Gutter guards are not a great investment.

Gutter guards not under shingles.

So does putting gutter guards under the shingles damage shingles. Most products come in 4 to 6 ft 1 2 to 1 8 m sections. By changing the pitch of the gutter you will change the way in which the water flows throughout your gutters and ultimately away from the home. Continue to lift shingles and slide in the gutter guard until you ve reached the end of the first guard section.

Others install under the shingles and claim it is entirely harmless and much more effective than those that are flat to the gutter. Gutter guards will not prevent everything from getting in so they don t prevent the need to clean your gutters. Installing gutter guards under shingles will void your shingle warranty. The best brands can still cause your gutters to be blocked even if they keep them free from debris.

When water sits on a shingle like its doing here it can work its way under the shingles at every seam. The guard slips under the lower row of shingles and the outer edge also attaches to the gutter with screws for extra security. Remember always be careful when you lay the gutter guard. Try not to change the pitch of the gutter system when you are installing the gutter guards.

After all if a contractor is selling a gutter guard that cannot install under the shingles then their best tactic is to scare homeowners by telling them that installing gutter guards under their shingles will void their shingle warranty. Align the guard section with the roofline then insert it under the shingles you ve lifted. Most attach to the gutter with brackets sliding the upper edge under the lower shingles. A gutter guard that traps debris is a bigger problem to a roof since the debris can wick water up the shingles where it can cause problems.

Screened gutter guards a much less expensive option available at home centers don t work as well. They say those that install under the shingles will result in shingle damage. They keep out most leaves but you can expect smaller debris such as seeds and pine needles to get through. If you plan on installing gutter guards on your own there are a number of different considerations you need to be aware of.

I am looking at gutter guards. Some install flat on the gutter. This fine mesh product can be installed under the shingles or with the back bent up it can be fastened to both the fascia and the gutter for added strength. The best ones worth installing are expensive.