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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    What Are the Dangers of Gutter Icicles and How to Prevent Them

    December 31, 2025
    Utah is a paradise for anyone who loves winter weather. Once the season begins, the snow turns the whole region into a clean, bright blanket of white.   However, while you’re admiring the…


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    Why Improper Gutter End Cap Sealing Is an Overlooked Problem in Utah

    December 19, 2025
    Most homeowners in Utah expect their gutters to struggle with obvious problems like ice dams, snow, or spring runoff.    However, some of the most common water issues don’t start with anything big.…


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    How to Prevent Ice Dams from Forming in Gutters During Winter

    December 14, 2025
    That thick ridge of ice hanging off your gutters isn’t just a winter eyesore. In reality, it’s often the first sign of a much bigger roofing issue. Ice dams form in northern…


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    How Galvanized Gutters Perform on Large Rooflines and Commercial Properties

    December 4, 2025
    Stand outside during heavy rain and look up at a large roof. You can almost see the water racing toward the edges. On commercial buildings and wide rooflines, that volume adds up…


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    Which Is Better for Your Home: Copper vs. Galvanized Gutters

    November 29, 2025
    Rain has a way of showing every weak spot in your home. And here in Utah, the weather can go from bright sun to heavy snow or sudden downpour in just a…


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    What Homeowners Should Know About Maintenance Myths About Copper Gutters

    November 20, 2025
    Not just Utah, homeowners across the country love the look of copper gutters. While these systems cost on average $20–$40 per linear foot, they last up to 50 years or more with…


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    What Is Gutter Flashing and Why Is It Important for Leak Prevention?

    November 15, 2025
    If you’ve ever cleaned out your gutters and noticed dark streaks on the wood behind them, or felt soft spots along the roof’s edge, you’ve already seen what happens when water ends…


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    What Are Galvanized Gutters? Strength, Coating, and Performance Explained

    November 5, 2025
    Keeping your home safe means keeping your family safe. But that’s easier said than done with your Utah home constantly battling against snow, rain, and wind.  Many homeowners don’t realize that the…


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    What Are the Benefits of Copper Gutters?

    October 29, 2025
    Rainwater has a way of finding weak spots. In Utah, where a sunny morning can turn into a snowstorm by nightfall, gutters aren’t a finishing touch. They’re your frontline defense.  When it…


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    How to Maintain Your Chimney Cap in Fall and Winter

    October 22, 2025
    A chimney cap may be small, but it does big work once Utah’s winter sets in. When snow, wind, and freezing temperatures hit, that cap keeps water, debris, and pests out. And…