Gutter Guards (Leaf Screens) and Their Importance for Your Home

Your eavestroughs are designed to move water safely away from your home, but when they get clogged with leaves, twigs, and debris, they can’t do their job properly. That’s where gutter guards (also called leaf screens) come in.

Many homeowners are familiar with mesh-style guards, but here’s the reality: mesh products often don’t hold up in Ottawa’s severe winters. They may sag under snow and ice, allow fine dirt and debris through, and still require frequent eavestrough cleaning. That’s why we recommend sturdier, heavy-duty gutter protection systems.
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Why We Recommend Heavy-Duty Gutter Guards Over Mesh

1. Built for Harsh Weather

Unlike mesh screens, the gutter protection systems we install are made from durable aluminum designed to withstand snow, ice, and heavy rainfall. For example, the Alu-rex Gutter Clean leaf guard provides a sturdy weatherproof structure with Flex Seal technology, protecting against leaks, mold, and UV damage
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2. Strength and Stability

Mesh can warp or collapse under heavy loads. By contrast, the Alu-rex T*Rex continuous hanger system supports up to 232 lbs per linear foot, reinforcing the entire gutter length while protecting against debris
 

3. Less Maintenance, More Protection

Heavy-duty guards significantly reduce how often you’ll need eavestrough cleaning by blocking leaves and large debris while maintaining maximum drainage. With warranties up to 40 years, they’re designed to last as long as your eavestrough system.
 

4. Cleaner Look, Longer Life

Our gutter guard systems are discreet, invisible from the ground, and extend the lifespan of your eavestroughs by preventing overflow, ice buildup, and structural strain.

Are Gutter Guards Necessary?

 
If your home is surrounded by trees or you’re tired of frequent clogs, gutter guards are a smart investment. While no system can eliminate maintenance completely, heavy-duty guards drastically reduce the need for eavestrough cleaning and give you peace of mind year-round.

The Bronson Johnson Seamless Eavestroughs Advantage

 
At Bronson Johnson Seamless Eavestroughs, we install seamless aluminum eavestrough systems built for Ottawa’s toughest weather, complete with heavy-duty leaf screen protection. Our solutions go far beyond mesh covers—they’re engineered to last, protect, and reduce maintenance.
 

Get Your Free Estimate Today!

Don’t settle for mesh gutter guards that can’t handle Ottawa’s winters. Contact Bronson Johnson Seamless Eavestroughs today for a free estimate and discover the long-lasting protection of our heavy-duty gutter guard systems.

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