Gutter Cleaning
Top 10 Reasons to Clean Your Gutters in September
Aug, 27 2024As the summer heat begins to wane and the first hints of autumn appear, calming temperatures make September the perfect time to tackle an overlooked yet crucial home maintenance task: cleaning your gutters. At Ned Stevens, we understand that gutter cleaning might not be as fun as football games and bonfires, but it’s a task […]
How to Prevent Birds from Nesting in Your Gutters
Apr, 12 2024Your rain gutters protect your home from water damage by directing rainwater away from the foundation. However, when debris like twigs, leaves, and even bird nests accumulate in the gutters, it can impede the flow of water, leading to clogs and potentially damaging water leaks. Birds, in particular, can contribute to this problem by building nests […]
Gutter System Parts and Components Explained
Aug, 25 2023As most homeowners know, gutters are an essential part of every house. Although, not everyone knows how they actually work. The gutters are the most well-known aspect of the gutter system, but there are a variety of other components including the end caps, miters, downspouts, elbows, pipe cleats, gutter spikes, ferrules, and hangers. Some of these […]
Why Gutter Guards Are Bad
Mar, 28 2024While gutter guards are commonly marketed as a remedy for debris buildup, their effectiveness can vary, and they come with their own set of drawbacks. Throughout this article, we will be addressing the reasons why gutter guards are bad and the pitfalls of relying solely on them to keep your gutters free of debris. Despite […]
Gutter Cleaning Tips for the Fall, Winter, Spring, and Summer Seasons
Jun, 14 2024Depending on the weather, precipitation, and outdoor temperature, there are various types of materials that can cause your gutters to become clogged during the year. To help you prevent blockages in your system, we have created a comprehensive outline of gutter cleaning tips for the fall, winter, spring, and summer season. What Types of Debris […]
6 Ways to Keep Cicadas Away from Your Gutters and House
May, 10 2024As cicadas emerge from their underground slumber, homeowners may find themselves bracing for the inevitable invasion of these noisy insects. While their presence is a natural phenomenon, it can pose challenges, especially when it comes to protecting your gutters and home from potential damage and infestations. Taking proactive measures to keep cicadas away from your […]
7 Negative Effects of Leaves Clogging Your Gutter System
Apr, 12 2024When leaves accumulate in gutters for extended periods, they pose a range of problems for homeowners that extend far beyond mere unsightliness. Neglected leaf buildup can lead to serious damage to your home, encompassing a spectrum of issues from structural compromise to potential water damage. As leaves gather and linger, they create a breeding ground […]
Gutter End Caps: Benefits, Drawbacks, and Applications
Dec, 14 2023Gutter end caps are a tiny, but absolutely crucial, part of the gutter system on your home. They may be hard to notice, but it will be very easy to tell if they are not there or not functioning well. Let’s discuss what rain gutter end caps are, what their advantages are, and how to […]
What is Gutter Sludge? 4 Causes and Prevention
Nov, 13 2023Gutters are undoubtedly the underdog of our homes. As important as they are, even the most experienced property owners often overlook gutters. Your gutter system plays a crucial role in channeling rainwater away from your home, preventing water damage, leaks, and other problems. When you don’t clean your gutters, something called gutter sludge may start […]
Gutters: Strip Miters, Box Miters, and Applications
Aug, 24 2023Most people are familiar with gutter systems, but not as many are aware of the miters that are in them. Miters are the corner sections of the gutter that direct the accumulated water around the corner and make it so that you don’t need downspouts on each corner of the house. The gutter system on […]
