Platinum Gutters Blog

According to the National Center for Healthy Housing, it’s recommended that homeowners remove debris from their gutters and make an effort to clean them thoroughly at least twice a year. The most common times to perform this chore are in the spring and fall, mainly because of the influx of debris during these seasons. However, this won’t necessarily be the case for all homeowners.

To find out how often you should clean your gutters based on your location, keep reading this post from your Flower Mound gutter company.

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There are many materials to choose from when it comes to gutter systems. They come in copper, vinyl, and even zinc, but these materials are often bested by aluminum and steel for many reasons. While these materials are quite similar, it’s important that you understand why gutter companies in Keller regularly recommend aluminum if you intend on replacing your current system.

We’ll be going over the attributes of both materials and why gutter companies often recommend aluminum gutter systems to homeowners.

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Whether it’s the fall season or you live in a neighborhood with a large amount of foliage, there’s always the worry of your gutter systems getting clogged. And it’s not just leaves you’ll have to worry about either. Gutters can get clogged with twigs, branches, and other debris, making them less functional and putting your home at risk. That’s why many gutter companies recommend the use of leaf guard systems.

Let’s take an in-depth look at the design and function of leaf guards and why they’re worth having.

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Do you enjoy seeing bugs, rodents, birds, or other animals building nests in your home’s gutters? Neither do we. That’s why instead of letting that reality come to fruition, we recommend that you clean your gutters regularly. Depending on where you live, gutter systems may be more difficult to clean and more susceptible to infestation if not thoroughly examined. You may not need to clean them as often if you live in a hotter or colder climate, but they should be cleaned nonetheless.

Here are a few reasons why your gutter company in Keller recommends you clean them every so often.

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Without a reliable gutter system, the structure of your home and foundation is at risk of damage. Whether it’s rainfall, snow, ice, or debris, you don’t want your house to remain unprotected. That’s why your Flower Mound gutter company wanted to emphasize the benefits of seamless gutters. The last thing you want is to come home during a rainstorm only to find your gutters aren’t doing their job.

You may be asking “What makes seamless gutters better?” We’ll let our experts at Platinum Gutters fill you in!

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After investing in a high-quality gutter system, you’ll need to take proper care of it to make sure you get your money’s worth. Depending on the climate you live in, you’ll need to be extra aware of the weather that are common in your area. According to Flower Mound gutter companies, different weather conditions can cause different concerns.

By being proactive, you can address these concerns before they cause permanent damage to your gutters, costing you more money and more home improvement headaches. Whether it’s high temperature, frequent rain, or heavy snow, there is a way to protect your gutter system. Keep reading to learn how.

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Without a reliable system of gutters, you’re far more likely to experience the long-term consequences of water damage to your home and foundation. Your home’s walls, windows, and doors are at risk when your gutter system is defective, so watching out for the signs of a failing gutter system can save you thousands of dollars in repairs.

According to your gutter company in Keller, some signs of failing gutters are more obvious, while others you’ll have to actively look for to confirm there’s a problem. Luckily, after you finish reading, you’ll be equipped to help yourself and even your neighbors determine when it’s ready to call your local gutter company. (more…)

It’s a beautiful Fall day in North Texas and the leaves are finally reaching their golden colors. Red, brown, yellow, and orange leaves break from their trees and start falling towards your house. A few days later, you notice your gutters don’t carry the same appreciation for nature that you do. They’ve become clogged with tons of leaves!

To make your job easier, your gutter company has provided various tips to removing these leaves and keeping your house safe from future water damage. Soon, you’ll be cleaning your gutters with confidence.

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While Texas is usually quite dry around the year, storms can still come out of nowhere. And when it rains in Texas, it downpours. If your gutters are made from unprotected metals, they can easily build up rust and eventually become ineffective at draining water away from your house.

Besides regular cleaning, you’ll find rust to be one of the biggest issues you encounter with your gutters. That’s why your gutter company is ready to make fixing and/or replacing your rusty gutters a simple one. Today, we’ll discuss exactly how to do that.

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You’ve finally bought the gutters you said you were going to and you’re ready to put them on the house. It’s a windy day, so you get your friend to help you to make the process quicker. Soon you will have a fully functioning system that protects your house from the next downpour.

However, your gutter company in Flower Mound knows how easy it can be to install gutters improperly. In fact, they can think of multiple negative outcomes if the gutter brackets aren’t installed right. You’ll learn what those are today.

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