Gutter Brush Q & A

Q. What is the GutterBrush and what is it made out of?

A. The Gutter Brush reminds me of a sort of oversized pipe cleaner so to speak. It has stiff bristles made of polypropylene that are attached to flexible a 12 gauge galvanized steel core. The bristles feature double UV protection and are designed to provide many years of affordable and effective use in preventing clogged gutters.

Q. How does this type of gutter guard system work?

A. Each 3 foot section of Gutter Brush has stiff bristles that provide you with 24/7 year round protection by keeping leaves, twigs, animals and debris out of the gutter channels, and allowing rain water to flow freely through your downspouts.

Q. Will it fit all sizes of rain gutters?

A. Yes, the standard size fits all 5" gutters and you can also get the Gutter Brush for oversized 6" gutters as well. It works for aluminum gutters, vinyl, steel, galvanized, copper, PVC and any other types.

Q. How easy is it to install?

A. One of the nicer aspects of using this type of gutter protection is in how easy the installation is. Keeping clean rain gutters has literally never been easier. You simply place each 3 foot section down inside your gutter or eaves. Continue to place them along the entire gutter path. There's NO special tools required and NO skills needed to complete the installation.

When you get to the end of the gutter and have extra length of Gutter Brush you only need to fold over the excess brush into itself to get the perfect fit. It easily bends to go around corners or angles.

Q. Can I order the length I need for my home?

A. Yes, you can measure the lengths of your gutters that you want to protect and order the Gutter Brush in amounts of 30 ft. - 45 ft. - 60 ft. - and 120 feet increments. Be sure to order an extra 5-10 feet more than your dimensions so that you have enough on hand for bends and curves, as well as any other issues that may come up.

Q. Why should I use the Gutter Brush?

A. This is a common question that many people have. The dangers of gutter cleaning and using the many different gutter cleaning tools can not be overstated. Slipping or falling off the ladder is one of the leading causes of home accidents, injuries and even deaths. In addition, hiring a relative or someone else to clean your gutters opens yourself up to liability issues in the event they have an accident, not to mention the added costs of having them cleaned out twice a year.

Left unchecked, clogged gutters can cause roof problems with rotting fascia, soffits, siding, as well as damaging your landscape, foundation and basement.

With the GutterBrush there's NO cutting necessary. There's NO screws or holes to have to drill, NO drilling or cutting into the roof. There's no extra weight placed onto your gutters to have to be concerned with support. Not to mention... there's no maintenance as well.

Finally, the Gutter Brush is much more affordable and easy to use than other leaf guards, gutter helmets, screens, filters and other systems.

Q. What happens with all the leaves and debris that gets caught in the bristles?

A. Don't be surprised to see leaves or other debris on top of the Gutter Brush, but the wind will blow most all of it away. The leaves and other debris that might be caught in the gutter guard bristles will eventually either blow away due to the airflow of the bristles, or the sun, wind and rain causes it to self-compost and wash away down the downspout. The important thing is that the gutters will not become clogged.

Q. I get a lot of pine needles and maple seeds where I live. Won't they create a problem later on?

A. If you live in an area that sees a lot of pine needles, seeds or even acorns, they will not clog your home's gutter system with the Gutter Brush. The bristles hold them in place where the wind either blows them away, or the sun and rain cause them to decompose. Rain water will continue to flow through your gutter channel or eaves troughs as usual. Again, they simply will not clog.

Q. What about costs? Prices on other rain gutter protection systems such as the Gutter Helmet, Leaf Guard and others can cost thousands of dollars and are simply unaffordable.

A. That's another big advantage to the Gutter Brush, not only does it work well in keeping your gutters flowing freely, but it is very affordable as well. You can find the prices on the various lengths by clicking here:

Q. Will the Gutter Brush be seen from the ground? I don't want anything to detract from the looks of my home?

A. Unlike gutter covers that hang over the gutter and are often unsightly, gutter brushes are designed to fit inside the gutter channel. For a very low level home, you may see just the tips of the bristles, but in homes with gutters that are 10-12 feet above the ground, you should not see them at all. It's designed to be a very low profile system, which is something I like.

Q. Will installing the GutterBrush mean I'll never have to clean rain gutters again?

A. Your gutters will remain clear and free flowing after installing the Gutter Brush, but in the unlikely event you get a piece of debris stuck in the bristles, all you need to do is remove the section and shake it out with your hand. It's very quick and simple to do.

Q. How do I know what size of Gutter Brush I need?

A. If you do not know what size of rain gutters are on your home you can quickly find out by taking a tape measure and measuring from the back of the gutter to the front lip of the gutter. In most cases it will be 5 inches, but you may have 6 inch gutters. Once you know your size you can easily order what you need.

Q. Where can I get the Gutter Brush?

A. You can order it directly from Amazon and have it shipped right to your door. There's no having to go to the home improvement center or trying to load it into your car. It's completely "hassle free".