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.

  1. Featured image for “The Hidden Dangers of Summer Bird Nests and Pests in Your Gutters”

    The Hidden Dangers of Summer Bird Nests and Pests in Your Gutters

    July 26, 2025
    Summer in Utah means backyard BBQs, green lawns, and, if you’re not careful, a mess of birds nesting in gutters.  At first, you might not think twice about birds building nests in…


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    Mountain Climate vs. Valley Climate: How Rain Gutters Need Vary in Utah

    July 24, 2025
    Utah’s terrain ranges from high mountain ranges in the Wasatch and Uinta to low valleys like the Salt Lake. This elevation difference creates sharp changes in temperature, precipitation, and seasonal weather patterns,…


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    What Happens When Gutters Are Too Small for Your Roof?

    July 16, 2025
    Choosing the right rain gutter size protects your building from water damage. When you know how gutter sizing works, you can install an option that prevents leaks, overflow, and costly repairs. For…


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    How Solar Panels Impact Roof Gutters In Utah

    July 7, 2025
    Utah is one of the leading states when it comes to using renewable energy. In 2024, about 22% of Utah’s total electricity came from renewable energy sources. It’s no surprise that solar panels…


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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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    How Soffit & Fascia Affect Attic Ventilation

    June 18, 2025
    When you think about your roof, you may worry about missing shingles or leaky gutters. But what about your attic? Many homeowners in Utah overlook attic air flow. Healthy roofs need good…


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    Why Gutters Get Damaged in the Utah Summer and How to Protect Them

    June 10, 2025
    Utah is one of the driest states in the US, with a semi-arid and desert climate in most areas. The summers in the Beehive State are typically hot, ranging from 39°F to…


  8. Featured image for “What is The Link Between Clean Gutters and Better Home Air Quality in Utah”

    What is The Link Between Clean Gutters and Better Home Air Quality in Utah

    June 5, 2025
    Utah is famous for its breathtaking mountains and open skies. But if you’re a homeowner here, you know outdoor beauty doesn’t always guarantee good indoor air quality at home. Many people only…


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    What Are the Best Practices for Vacation Home Gutter Maintenance?

    May 27, 2025
    Got a vacation home? Then gutter maintenance should definitely be on your upkeep checklist, especially if the property sits empty for part of the year.  Gutters play a big role in protecting…


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    Why Utah Homeowners Should Choose Stainless or Galvanized Steel Gutters

    May 21, 2025
    If you live in Utah, you know the weather can swing from blazing summers to heavy snowfalls in winter. That’s why your home, particularly the roof and rain gutters, needs to be…