Samantha Prairie
Samantha Prairie
The Damaging, Long-Term Effects of Gutter Expansion
Gutter expansion can be a real problem. So much so, sometimes gutter expansion can result in a visible bowing of the system. And in some cases, the gutters will tear away vertically at the front face. Because different materials expand and contract at different rates, the rate of gutter expansion can vary but is an […]
Continue readingHow to Get Your Gutter Pitch Perfect?
If you’re like most homeowners, you may have never heard of gutter pitch, and that’s okay. While most people may not be aware of gutter pitch, it’s a critical component to a properly-functioning gutter system. If the gutter pitch or gutter slope on your home is off, it can result in flooded basements, damaged foundations, […]
Continue readingGood, Better & Best Way to Clean Gutters
At Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island, we are regularly asked “what is the best way to clean gutters?” Simply put, there are no universal gutter cleaning methods that will work for everyone’s gutters. However, we do know that considering the varying scenarios, some gutter cleaning methods are simply more effective than others. Because […]
Continue readingScaffold Law Causes Gutter Cleaning Costs to Spike
At Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island, we often receive questions about pricing. And as experts within the industry, we’ll be the first to tell you yes, prices have increased relatively sharply over the last five years. While normal market factors tend to drive the cost of goods and services up, our industry has […]
Continue readingGutter Hanger FAQs Answered by the Pros
While everyone has heard of a gutter system, only a fraction of those same people have any knowledge in regards to gutter hangers. Often called “hidden hangers”, your gutter hangers are used to secure your gutters to the building. They are as important as the gutters themselves when it comes to the durability and reliability […]
Continue readingLet’s Clear the Air on Repeated Clogged Downspouts
Clogged downspouts and gutters got you down? No need to worry — the expert team at Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island will clean, repair, and restore your gutters to working order in no time. While many clogged gutters can be rectified by standard gutter cleaning and maintenance, an equal number of cases are the […]
Continue readingNed Stevens Partners with Habitat for Humanity to Donate Gutter Install
On September 24, 2019, Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island partnered with Habitat for Humanity to make one family’s dream of homeownership come true. The Ned Stevens team came out to get involved and help provide a critical service to a new Habitat home built right here in Suffolk County. We are proud to have […]
Continue readingGet to the End of Your Roof: Soffits & Fascia
While most people know and can identify their gutter system, an equal number have no idea about the other critical supporting roof components like soffits and fascia. The gutters on your home serve one key purpose — to collect rainwater from the roof and channel it into the downspouts away from your home and foundation. At […]
Continue readingGutter Strainer vs MicroGuard: Which Offers the Best Gutter Protection?
If you’re looking for ways to protect your gutters, property, and potentially reduce the number of cleanings, you’ve undoubtedly come across gutter strainers and MicroGuard gutter protection. While both gutter strainers and gutter protectors have similar goals, one product is proven to offer superior performance and protection. Let’s take a closer look at gutter strainers […]
Continue readingGutter Leaders: More Than What Meets the Eye!
The gutters and leaders, also known as downspouts are designed to carry water away from your gutter system down to the ground level and away from the home and its foundation. In many instances, the downspouts will direct water toward a nearby drain system or some other location away from the foundation of your home. […]
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