Q.
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In a really
heavy rain, won’t water shoot off the side of the house?
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No! Properly
installed, The Solid Gutter Guard System will handle any amount of
rain that falls. The Solid Gutter Guard has
been tested in conditions simulating over 6-in. of rain per hour (more
than has ever been recorded anywhere) and successfully handled every
drop. Simply, rain water clings to, and follows the surface of
the Solid Gutter Guard “nose” into the
Solid Gutter Guard slot, and then through the drain holes into the gutter. At the same
time, leaves and debris slide over the “nose” and on to the
ground. |
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Q.
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Does ice cause
a problem for The Solid Gutter Guard ?
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While
the Solid Gutter Guard system doesn’t solve any ice problems, it doesn’t create any
new ones either. Snow will sit on the top of the
Solid Gutter Guard. If the house is
poorly insulated and the snow on the roof melts before the snow on the
gutter guard, there may be some water that runs off the side. The
Solid Gutter Guard system will, however, keep water from freezing inside the
gutter and the downspouts, which can cause severe damage. |
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Q.
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Will
the Solid Gutter Guard
keep pine needles, Douglas firs, seeds, etc. out of the gutter ?
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| A. |
Yes
Before the Solid Gutter Guard installation, it
is important to make sure that the gutters are thoroughly cleaned. After
installation, debris will fall over the side
of the house. In very heavily tree and leaf fall areas, any debris that
manages to pass over the “nose” through the small gap into the channel
and through the drain holes, will flush through the clean gutter
underneath because there is no larger debris to hang it up and cause a
clog.
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Q.
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Won't small
debris like pine needles get caught in the channels and cause the water
to shoot off the side?
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| A. |
No! When debris
is able to navigate the “noses” of The Solid
Gutter Guard system one of two
things will happen. 1) It will pass through the drain holes in the
bottom of the channel and flush through the clean gutter. 2) The debris
will sit in the channel briefly, but will be blown out by wind. The
reason wind is so effective in clearing these channels is because it
creates a lift similar to that of an airplane wing when it passes over
the “nose,” creating an upward draft in the channels and blowing away
debris. |
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Q.
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What about
very steep roofs?
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| A. |
The
Solid Gutter Guard system has been tested on roofs all the way up to a 45-degree pitch. The
upper limit for slope is even steeper, but we do not have a set limit.
Anything over a 45-degree pitch should first be tested with one
the Solid Gutter Guard piece to ensure effectiveness. Note
however, in such situations, we recommend installation by a
Solid Gutter Guard Contractor. |
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Q.
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Do you have to
nail the Solid Gutter Guard into the roof deck?
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| A. |
No! One end of
The Solid Gutter Guard systems slides under the first course of shingles. The
other end snaps and locks securely onto the lip of the gutter. No
nailing is required.
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Q.
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Will wind blow
The Solid Gutter Guard system off the gutter?
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No! The roof
shingles hold the top of the Solid Gutter Guard, and a “jaw” snaps and locks onto
the front edge of standard “K” style gutters. |
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Q.
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What is the
best way to install the Solid Gutter Guard around corners?
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| A. |
The
Solid Gutter Guard
system should be miter cut and butted together at both inside and
outside corners. Also, it is good practice to install diverters at the
bottom of long “valleys” created by two roof sections meeting at an
inside corner. Note: There is no rule of thumb for this. Simply it is a
solution if water flow at the valley is too much for The
Solid Gutter Guard
system to handle. |
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Q.
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Should the end
of gutter runs be capped?
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Depending on
where you live, birds and small animals may find the openings at the end
of gutter runs attractive hiding/living places. If you perceive this as
a potential problem, installation of a Solid Gutter
Guard End Cap is
recommended. The Solid Gutter Guard End Cap
covers the gap between the eavestrough and Gutter Guard .
See installation for this.
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Q.
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Will The
Solid Gutter Guard system work with cedar and/or tile roofs?
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| A. |
The
Solid Gutter Guard
system is effective with these types of roofs, but difficult to install
because cedar and ceramic tiles may break when they are lifted during
installation. Installation of The Solid Gutter Guard system on these types of
roofs should only be for new cedar or tile roof installations. |
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Q.
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Can
the Solid Gutter Guard be installed over vinyl gutters?
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| A. |
Yes, but only
over vinyl gutters with the “K” style flange at the front gutter edge.
Some vinyl gutters are manufactured with the “K” flange, and some are
not. To determine whether installation is possible, a small sample piece
of gutter guard should be tried. |
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Q.
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How are
the Solid Gutter Guard lengths joined together?
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| A. |
The Solid Gutter Guard gutter
guards should be installed with an approximate 1/8”gap between sections.
This will allow for expansion and contraction of the material in the hot
and cold weather.
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Q.
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Is there a
warranty?
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| A. |
Yes! The
Solid Gutter Guard System is backed by a
20 year product and no clog, warranty |
