Gutter Sense Blog

The who, where, why, and how behind the what is a point of interest for most people—after all, our natural curiosity is one of our greatest strengths as human beings, and it has been the motivator for great advances in science, medicine, and technology. The Internet...

They say the best defense is a good offense—and this phrase also rings true when talking about your gutters. Some homeowners are unaware of why clean gutters matter for the sake of their homes (and their wallets). Why do clean gutters matter? Your home’s gutter system...

It’s the most wonderful time of year. It’s also the busiest, craziest, and most stressful, and you’re supposed to love every minute, and never forget anyone on your list, even though you most definitely haven’t been checking it twice.   Oh, and definitely don’t leave...

Is a wintertime roof leak on your homeowner Bingo card this year? We hope not, and it’s why we’ve written this article on how to prevent roof ice dams and protect your roof. In it, we will explain what ice dams are, why they...

Like Kermit the frog once said, it’s not easy being green. But it’s good to be green. As homeowners, we have the power to make choices that are more eco-friendly. And, when it comes to gutter cleaning, opting for sustainability not only keeps your home in top shape...

Imagine it: it’s late in the afternoon on a hot, humid September day. The air is heavy. You hear the rumble of thunder, and soon the sky opens up with a torrential downpour. Rainwater cascades from the rooftops, pours from the downspouts, and drenches everything in...

There are many wonderful things that come with owning your own home: privacy, the freedom to decorate as you wish, and certain financial and tax advantages. We could go on, but you know what we mean.   There are also downsides, like regular maintenance you can’t just...

At Gutter Sense, we get excited about things like inventions and entrepreneurship. We say things like “Necessity is the mother of invention,” (attributed to Plato) and “Invention is the most important product of man's creative brain” (credited to Nikola Tesla). One of...

It’s summer now, which means intense storms in many areas of the country. Sudden storms and downpours can put stress on your gutters, especially if they are clogged. You might not even realize your gutters are clogged, which can spell trouble for your home – like a...