Some homeowners think it is necessary to nail the gutter guard into either on top of or just beneath the roof s shingles.
Gutter guards that don t go under shingles.
If you believe the hype of some gutter guard companies that don t install under shingles the answer is conveniently no.
This is the only place where fasteners are used other than at our endcaps.
Unlike other guards the amerimax hinged gutter guard sits on top of the roof shingles instead of being reinforced underneath and is simply clipped onto the front edge of the gutter with included stainless steel hinges making it easy to install.
Shur flo flat shur flo x for increased ventilation and shur flo step down for gutters installed with speed screw or quick screws hangers.
So does putting gutter guards under the shingles damage shingles.
Others install under the shingles and claim it is entirely harmless and much more effective than those that are flat to the gutter.
Will not void any roof warranties.
If you plan on installing gutter guards on your own there are a number of different considerations you need to be aware of.
Plastic screen guards can become brittle over.
Leaffilter does not impact your roof or shingles.
Choose from three different designs.
This will create damage on your roof shingles and therefore the shingles will no longer do their job at protecting your home properly from the intrusion of water.
This fine mesh product can be installed under the shingles or with the back bent up it can be fastened to both the fascia and the gutter for added strength.
Shur flo panels fit directly into the gutter not under the roof shingles.
Gutter guards can be an effective part of any rain gutter system as they work to filter out debris leaves and shingle grit preventing clogs and protecting your home from damages.
Because they re not screwed down screen gutter guards may be dislodged by high winds or knocked out from under the shingles by falling branches.
They say those that install under the shingles will result in shingle damage.
Some install flat on the gutter.
Mastershield installs by attaching to the front lip of the gutter with stainless steel screws.
In fact they go as far as reinterpreting roof shingle manufacturer warranties and installation instructions to lead you to believe your roof shingle warranty will be voided if you consider an application under a roof shingle.