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Gutter Screen MA

Gutter Screen MA

Winter is (finally) fading away with milder weather taking hold for spring. This is the perfect time of year to tackle outdoor home improvement projects, particularly those involving roofs and gutters, which are much more challenging to access when they’re covered in ice and snow.

As the snow melts, many homeowners find themselves up on ladders, cleaning out their gutters, removing debris that has been hidden for months, clogging up the works. Cleaning gutters is an unpleasant task that almost no one enjoys doing. So it’s nice to know that there are some excellent gutter screen options on the market that can reduce or even eliminate the need to climb up that ladder.

When choosing a gutter screen, Massachusetts (MA) homeowners typically ask three big questions: What is a gutter screen, exactly? What types of gutter screen options are available? Which gutter screen option is best for my home? Read on to learn more. 

What is a gutter screen, exactly?

Gutter screens are, as the name implies, screens used to cover a home’s gutters, preventing animals and debris from blocking those gutters while allowing water to flow through the screen and gutters unimpeded. 

What types of gutter screen options are available?

When choosing a gutter screen, MA homeowners have a lot of options: Metal or plastic, arched or flat, mesh or screen, and so on. There are numerous styles of gutter screens, gutter covers, and gutter guards on the market, all of which are ultimately meant to keep everything but water out of gutters. However, as with nearly all home improvement materials, the options are not all equal. Some gutter screens, covers, or guards are simply better than others. Conversely, sometimes the materials are all of equal quality, in which case, MA homeowners may want to consider cost, aesthetics, reputation, warranty terms, and ease of installation when deciding which to choose.

Which gutter screen option is best for my home?

Every home is a bit unique, so it’s always a good idea to have a licensed contractor come assess your need for gutter screens. MA and other northeastern homes can benefit tremendously from the professional installation of quality gutter screens. 

For areas prone to extreme weather, one of the most frequently recommended options is the Gutter Helmet. Gutter Helmet is a unique, maintenance-free product that doesn’t rely on screens to protect gutters. Instead, Gutter Helmet blocks all debris from entering gutters while using a patented design to channel water into the gutters and away from roofs.

Particularly in snow-prone areas, Gutter Helmet is preferable to gutter screens. MA homeowners often struggle with ice dams or frozen gutters, which can cause significant and very costly damage to roofs, gutters, and attached structures. Gutter Helmet is available with a heating cable option to alleviate these problems. If you are interested in installing a gutter screen for your MA home, contact us at 800-975-6666 or fill out the form on the right side of this page for a free-in home estimate.

Gutter Guard RI

Spring has officially sprung and that means it is time to start your outdoor home improvement projects.  April gets many homeowners thinking about all of the projects that they must take on to get their lawn green and lush, their garden growing, their hedges pruned, opening up the pool and other related projects.  But, what about your gutters?  With the laundry list of items on your honey do list, who has time to clean their gutters twice a year?  By the time you clean them, it is time to do it again.  Plus, let’s face it, yard work is more fun than cleaning the gutters.

If you feel this way, it is time to invest in a gutter guard.  RI homeowners have enough outdoor projects to handle after a long winter.  It is time to simplify your life with a low maintenance gutter guard system, such as Gutter Helmet.  Gutter Helmet allows you to “Never Clean Your Gutters Again!®” so you have more time to spend doing the things you love, like barbequing .  Plus, cleaning the gutters is a dangerous task.  Performing a balancing act on a ladder with a bucket isn’t exactly the safest home improvement project.  By installing a gutter guard, RI homeowners can have peace of mind that their gutters will be clean and free flowing without the dangerous risks associated with cleaning them.

If you want to enjoy the warm weather with family and friends rather than up on a ladder, it is time to get a gutter guard.  Rhode Island homeowners can simply fill out the form on the right for a free in-home gutter guard consultation.

Gutter Cover RI

With the spring beginning to bloom in New England, now is a great time to go and check out your home’s gutters. With all of the ice, snow and wind this winter, there could be debris in your gutters, even if you cleaned them out last fall. It is also a great way to take a look around and make sure there aren’t any other areas of damage or concern.

If you do not want to climb up the ladder to your roof, you can always look into getting a gutter cover. RI homeowners experience all four seasons so they will get the most bang for their buck with one of these systems. In spring and summer, the rainwater will fall freely throughout your gutters, rather than overflowing or pooling near you foundation where it can cause damage.

In fall, the gutter cover will keep leaves, needles and other debris out of your gutters so they will not clog up you gutters and cause water damage to your home. And, in winter, it can protect your home against ice dams when used in conjunction with our heated helmet product. As you can see, you are protecting your home year round by installing a gutter cover.  RI homeowners who are interested should think of installing it now, before the height of the spring’s rainy weather.

If you are interested in a gutter cover, Rhode Island homeowners can simply fill out the form on the right for a free in-home gutter cover estimate.

Gutter Cover MA

Gutter Covers: The Basics

In an area prone to heavy snow and rain, homeowners often have to be proactive in their property maintenance. For example, excessive snow and rain can be particularly damaging to roofs and gutters, and that can lead to costly repairs. Backed up gutters are among the most common issues homeowners experience in snowy areas, and these can lead to ice dams, attic mold, roof and siding damage, and other expensive headaches. For homeowners in Massachusetts (MA), gutter covers are an ideal solution to the challenges presented by clogged gutters.  

Odds are, if you live in Massachusetts, gutter covers aren’t a foreign concept. However, despite their popularity and benefits, many Massachusetts homeowners find themselves regularly hand-cleaning their gutters. Understandably, in tough economic times, many people are hesitant to take on what they perceive as a large or expensive home improvement project, such as installing gutter covers. MA homeowners, however, can end up saving substantial amounts of money by installing gutter covers. Massachusetts homes take a lot of abuse from the weather, and gutter covers can help.

What is a gutter cover and what does it do?
A gutter cover is exactly what it sounds like: it’s a type of shield designed to cover and protect a home’s gutters. The obvious benefit is that, with the right gutter cover, MA homeowners can reduce or even eliminate the need to clean their gutters. Any homeowner who has come across an unwelcome, unexpected, furry “tenant” while cleaning his or her gutters will certainly attest to how unpleasant cleaning gutters can be. However, gutter covers go far beyond keeping homeowners’ hands clean and safe from nesting critters.

Gutter covers actually prevent significant amounts of the weather-related damage common in Massachusetts. Gutter covers, in fact, help prevent roof damage, cracked foundations, landscape erosion, and siding damage. They also protect against insect and animal intrusion, all while beautifying a home by keeping the roofline clean and free of debris. Ultimately, this simple addition to a home can help prevent costly, labor-intensive repairs while allowing homeowners to spend less time up on the roof.

Of course, in Massachusetts, gutter covers won’t keep snow off your roof; nothing will. But gutter covers will make it a bit easier to remove accumulated snow, which is an essential part of protecting your roof.

So how do I choose?
Like nearly all other home improvement products, gutter covers are not all created equally. There are many manufacturers with a multitude of products on the market, and that means homeowners need to do their homework before choosing the product that’s right for them.
When selecting gutter covers, consider the following:

• Does installing these gutter covers impact my roof warranty?
• Do these gutter covers work well with the pitch of my roof?
• Will these gutter covers really eliminate the need for hand-cleaning my gutters?
• Will these gutter covers perform well in extreme weather?
• Are these gutter covers available in colors and materials that complement my home?
• Do this brand of gutter cover offer a lifetime warranty?
• Will these gutter covers be custom-cut specifically for my home?

As with any home improvement project, when installing gutter covers, Massachusetts homeowners should be sure to obtain two or three estimates, check the provider’s Better Business Bureau reputation, and get some referrals. Always ensure that the installer is licensed, bonded, and insured as applicable in your area, and insist on a signed contract.

Fill out the form on the right side of the page for a Free Gutter Cover Estimate for your MA home!

Gutter Guard MA

How brutal has this MA winter been? We have seen ice dams wreaking havoc on Massachusetts homes across the state. Roof damage, wall damage, and gutters being ripped off the home can be found everywhere. This has left many homeowners scratching their heads with where to turn. One of the best solutions to combat these winter problems is to install a gutter guard. MA has always received a good amount of snow and this year will not be the last. To protect your home and gutters from the heavy snow load install Gutter Helmet Gutter Guards, the original gutter protection system. Gutter Helmet is a gutter guard that is designed to allow water flow in and keep debris and snow out.

Gutter Helmet can help keep heavy snow out of your gutters and can be paired with our Heated Helmet product. Heated Helmet is a self-regulated heated wire that can be run through your gutters and downspouts to melt ice that may form in your gutters.

If you are interested in installing a gutter guard for your MA home, contact us at 800-975-6666 or fill out the form on the right side of this page for a free-in home estimate.

Gutter Cover MA

MA has had a wild run with weather this year. From the devastating March floods to the record snow fall in January. It is important to note we weren’t the only ones who have suffered, our homes have as well. Our homes are both our pride and our shelter; let’s face it, we care about them. Unfortunately extreme weather conditions can sometimes place heavy pressure on our homes systems (gutters especially).

• Is water overflowing during heavy rainfalls?
• Are your gutters clogged?
• Have your gutters been ripped off your home or frozen solid?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, you need a Gutter Cover. MA homeowners should pay special attention to their homes since the weather changes so often. A gutter cover will keep your gutters clear of debris and can be lined with a Heated Helmet cable to keep your gutters free of ice. Gutter Helmet is the original gutter cover and our MA division has been open for over 17 years.

If you are interested in a Gutter Cover for your MA home, fill out the form on the right side of the page and received a free Gutter Cover estimate from Gutter Helmet.

Ice Dam Rhode Island Massachusetts

If you live in New England, you have been wishing for spring to come before the winter even started.  Unfortunately, there are still a few months left of winter.  There are some things you should be aware of as a homeowner in order to escape this winter without any damage to your home.

The official word of the winter- Ice Dam

It seems like everywhere you go homeowners are talking about ice dam removal in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.  However, most people don’t even know what an ice dam is until they experience one.  An ice dam is ice that builds up on the edge of your home’s roof and prevents water (or melting ice and snow) from flowing off your roof and into your gutters and downspouts.  Since the water can’t flow off the roof, it backs up and eventually will find its way into your home.  The ice dam damage usually shows up on your ceilings, walls, insulation and roof.  The image to the left showcases the formation of the ice dam.

While it is impossible to prevent roof ice dams in Rhode Island and Massachusetts, there are a few ice dam prevention tips that may decrease the chances of an ice dam developing on your roof.  If your home is under-insulated and not properly ventilated, it could be the cause for the ice dam on the roof.  When the ice starts to melt, it turns back to ice once it hits 32 degrees.  If your home isn’t insulated enough, there could be spots of your roof that are 32 degrees and under causing the ice to form in those areas rather than flowing off of your roof.  Cracked shingles and an old roof also give water an entryway into your home.

New Winter Project- Shoveling Your Roof

While it is usually ill-advised to go onto your home’s roof in Rhode Island and Massachusetts during the winter months due to the treacherous conditions, most homeowners will have to venture up there this year.  Because of the large amount of snow and the frequency of the snow storms, your home’s roof has a few feet of snow on it.  In previous winters, we would have a few weeks of sun to melt the snow before the next storm.  This year, we will have to manually get the snow off of the roof in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.  This is an extremely dangerous task.  In most cases, it is advised that a professional clean the roof for you.  Besides the fact that roof rakes are sold out everywhere, it is extremely easy to fall off the roof with the amount of ice and snow on there.   

How We Can Help

Moonworks can help you keep your home safe, or repair your home if damage has already occurred.  We have a few solutions that homeowners can choose from in order to fit the specific needs of their homes and budgets.

Snow Removal

Every day you hear of a roof leaking and caving in.  Don’t let that happen to your home’s roof.  Let Moonworks come out to your home and safely remove the snow off of your roof.

Insulation & Ventilation

Proper insulation and ventilation can aid in allowing the snow and ice to flow off of your roof, in addition to saving you money on your utilities. 

Heated Helmet

Our Heated Helmet product, used in conjunction with the Gutter Helmet gutter protection system, can significantly reduce the amount of ice on your roof.  The Gutter Helmet keeps debris out of your gutters so they are clean and water can flow freely throughout your gutters and downspouts.  Out Heated Helmet is a self regulating coil that turns on only when needed so it is effective yet efficient.  It melts the ice in your gutters so there is no build up of ice to form an ice dam.

Roofing

Moonworks’ factory trained and certified roof installers can provide you with a new roof if your home was damaged due to an ice dam, or if it is simply worn out.  We also have energy efficient shingles if you want to increase your home’s energy efficiency in the process.

Are you worried about an ice dam? Rhode Island and Massachusetts homeowners can fill out the form on the right for a free ice dam consultation.

Clogged Gutters MA

Through all of this snow and ice have you taken the time to go outside and look at your home?  Looking at your home is an easy way to see a problem before it arises.  Do you have large icicles forming over your gutters with snow on top?  If so, you may be at risk for ice dams.  While the pitch of your roof may help elevate some of the odds of forming ice dams, there is really no way to prevent them.  One way to minimize your risk is through cleaning your clogged gutters.  MA homeowners should have properly prepared their homes for the winter this fall.  This includes cleaning you home’s gutters so they function properly during the winter months.  Clogged gutters cause the ice and snow to back up onto your roof, forming the beginning stages of an ice dam.  As the ice and snow begins to melt, your clogged gutters may be hindering the water from melting into the gutters and down the downspouts.  If the water has nowhere to go, it may start melting into your home causing excessive water damage.  When it comes to clogged gutters, MA homeowners should be diligent about staying on top of this problem in order to prevent further damage later on due to neglect.

If your home has clogged gutters, Massachusetts homeowners can fill out the form on the right for a free consultation for our gutter protection system, Gutter Helmet.  Gutter Helmet’s patented nose forward design lets in water and keeps out debris, preventing you from having to clean your gutters.  It also can be used in conjunction with our heated helmet to effectively and efficiently melt ice and snow away from your home, decreasing the odds of your home forming ice dams.

Gutter Protection MA

Let’s face it, the Northeast has some crazy weather and our homes have to stand up to all of it. Your house is your shield from the elements including the sun, wind, snow, and sleet. We usually think of our homes as a static structure but this isn’t exactly true. Your home is actually a living breathing system that needs continuous care and maintenance. Your furnace needs cleaning, roof needs to breath, and gutters need to function.

Did you know that clogged gutters can contribute to Sick House Syndrome? Gutters primary function is to divert water away from your home. When gutters are clogged, they can’t divert water effectively and the water finds an alternate path. This path could be through your roof and fascia board leaking into your home. It could also be straight down resulting in ground and foundation erosion and flooding in your basement. The best solution to this problem is Gutter Helmet Gutter Protection. MA and RI are served by our Gutter Helmet location in Woonsocket, RI. We can install a gutter cover that will keep leaves and other debris out of your gutters, leaving them free to divert water away from your home.

To ensure a healthy home with fully functioning gutters, contact Gutter Helmet today for your Gutter Protection in MA by filling out the form on the right side of this page for a free estimate.

Gutter Protection RI

This winter has been relentless for snow storms and has been causing many problems for homeowners.  All of this heavy snow and ice can really weigh down your home’s roof and cause it to cave in.  Another concern with all of the ice and snow is ice dams.  If you did a less than stellar job in cleaning your gutters this fall season, it may come back to haunt you.  Dirty, clogged gutters don’t allow the ice and snow to melt and drain away from your home.  This causes the gutters to make up onto your home’s roof, potentially causing an ice dam.  Ice dams cause serious water damage because they are water that is trapped and the only place for it to go is into your home. 

If you don’t want to have to worry about cleaning out your gutters each fall, you should invest in gutter protection.  RI homeowners must be diligent in cleaning their gutters year round so they can function properly in all four seasons.  Unfortunately, many homeowners are realizing that they were a little too relaxed in cleaning their gutters and now it is resulting in damage.  A gutter protection system, like Gutter Helmet, goes on top of your home’s gutters.  This causes snow and ice to sit on top of the gutters and then melt off, rather than sitting inside your gutter frozen and then clogging the gutters and downspouts.  Not having to clean your gutters in another advantage to gutter protection.  RI homeowners may find this tempting after such harsh winter weather.   

If you are interested in gutter protection, Rhode Island homeowners can fill out the form on the right for a free in home consultation.