Category: Gutter
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Making the Right Choice: When to Replace Your Gutters and Choosing the Perfect Size
The decision to replace your gutters depends on their condition and performance. Here are some factors to consider: Choosing between standard 5″ or oversized 6″ gutters, consider the following: Ultimately, it’s best to consult with a professional gutter installer or contractor. They can assess your specific situation, consider factors like rainfall patterns, roof size, and…
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Shur Flo Leaf Protection: Your Solution for Clean and Clog-Free Gutters
As the seasons change and leaves start to fall, many homeowners find themselves faced with the daunting task of cleaning their gutters. It’s a chore that no one enjoys, but it’s a necessary one to prevent clogs and other problems. That’s where leaf protection systems come into play. In this blog, we’ll discuss the importance…
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5 Common Problems with Gutters and How to Address Them
Gutters are a crucial part of any home’s drainage system. They play a vital role in channeling rainwater away from the roof and foundation, preventing potential water damage and costly repairs. However, gutters are susceptible to various issues that can compromise their functionality and effectiveness. In this blog post, we’ll explore five common problems with…
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Gutters – When To Replace Them?
Gutters aren’t a big item most homeowners keep an eye on. If gutters are mostly doing their job, homeowners usually ignore them. So how to you know if your gutters need replaced or just repaired? Below are a few situations where your gutters should be replaced. After a roof replacement – The best rule of…
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All about Gutters
Gutters are not something that you typically think of until they are malfunctioning. They are very important though because when they are not working properly this can cause damage to your foundation or water intrusion in your basement. What is the Standard gutter size? The standard K-Style gutter size for a residential house is five-inch. You can…
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When Should You Replace Your Gutters?
Gutters aren’t a big item most homeowners keep an eye on. If gutters are mostly doing their job, homeowners usually ignore them. So how to you know if your gutters need replaced or just repaired? Below are a few situations where your gutters should be replaced. After a roof replacement – The best rule of…
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Behind the Scenes with Shur FloX
This blog is part of a series. Search our site for “behind the scenes” to read other articles in the series. Shur FloX is a hassle-free leaf protection. It’s an all aluminum protection system so you don’t have to worry about it warping or deteriorating over time. Tiny holes that pierce the leaf protection allow…
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Intro to “Behind the Scenes” Blog Series
The brands a contractor uses should not be an arbitrary decision. Any product that’s new to the construction industry is not offered immediately by Carlson Exteriors Inc. We wait and watch for a few things: Does the product do what it claims to do- without fail! Are there warranty issues? If there are, how does…
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Tired of Mowing Around Downspouts?
I know it’s a small issue but taking the time to mow and trim around your fixed downspout extensions can take a lot of extra time. Some people remove their downspout extensions out of frustration but then excess water is closer to your foundation. Or what if your kid does his mowing chores for the…
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The Importance of Kick-out Flashing
Spring showers bring leaky gutters- Wait no, that’s not right! We’ve recently had a fair amount of homeowners call because they are tired of leaking gutters. It’s usually the lack of kick out flashing which gives the appearance of a leaky gutter but often has hidden disasters associated with it. What is a kickout flashing?…