Gutter Wisdom & Home Exterior Tips

Explore expert advice and seasonal insights to keep your gutters and home exterior strong, clean, and ready for Utah’s wild weather.

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    Are Gutter Guards Worth the Investment in a Dry Utah Summer? (Pros & Cons)

    August 27, 2025
    Most of the summer in Utah is hot, dry, and dusty. And if there’s barely any rainwater moving through your gutters, what’s the point of covering them up? Some homeowners install gutter…


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    What Are the Common Summer Gutter Guard Failures and How to Avoid Them

    July 3, 2025
    Summers in Utah can reveal the limitations of gutter guards, particularly if you were hoping they would solve all your drainage problems without any maintenance. These guards, from mesh, foam, or brush…


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    7 Ways to Keep Birds and Rodents Out of Your Gutters (Without Harm)

    April 30, 2025
    If you live in Utah, you’ve probably wrestled with this question,  “How to keep birds out of gutters?” You must keep rodents and birds out of gutters because it’s critical for the…


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    How to Choose the Right Gutter Guards for Utah Winters

    December 10, 2024
    Utah winters can be harsh, with heavy snowfalls overnight, blizzards, freezing temperatures, and cold winds blowing at high speeds that can be tough on your home — especially your rain gutters. Without…


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    Top 8 Common Myths About Gutter Guards Debunked

    August 30, 2024
    Gutter guards, also known as leaf guards, are more critical for protecting your home than you think. They keep your gutters from clogging, which reduces the risk of basement flooding, soil erosion,…