How To Install Foam Gutter Guards

Remember always be careful when you lay the gutter guard.

How to install foam gutter guards. You simply insert the pre cut pieces inside the gutters. Clip the lip and slide the backside under the gutter. Foam gutters can attract roof oil. When this occurs foam gutter guards can support the growth of vegetation because of the dirt and seeds that may be trapped in the foam.

A professional diy gutter guard made from stainless steel micro mesh and will keep leaves pine needles and even tiny roof sand grit out of your gutter. As needed overlap gutter screen sections by at least 1 2 of an inch. Use a utility knife to cut the foam to size and to cut slits in the foam to wrap around gutter spikes. The foam allows water to pass through it into the gutter while blocking leaves flowers twigs and other debris from entering the gutter system.

Since it is made out of a petroleum based product other petroleum based products will. Starting at one end of the gutter clip the screen lip to the front of the gutter then slide the backside under the shingles. Plastic screens come in rolls. By changing the pitch of the gutter you will change the way in which the water flows throughout your gutters and ultimately away from the home.

Then pinch the clipping mechanism over the gutter s lip to snap the guard into place. The exact process varies by product so check your installation guide. Foam is easier to install. Clip the front of the section onto the gutter s lip.

Foam gutter guards come in long pieces of dense triangular or thinner arch shaped foam designed to fit inside gutters. In general align the outer edge of the guard section with the rim of the gutter. Continue down the length of the gutter in the same manner.