Top Gutter Installation Mistakes Local Handymen Tend to Make
Hiring a local handyman to install your gutters may sound like a great way to save a buck, but you may want to reconsider. Even if the handyman is extremely skilled, there’s much more than what meets the eye when it comes to gutter installations, and failing to have experience can lead to very costly […]
Continue readingIncrease on the Price of Aluminum Is on the Horizon
At Ned Stevens, our goal is to provide you with a best-in-class experience at every touchpoint. We do this by providing value, exceptional customer service, and affordable prices. However, due to factors outside of our control, an increase in the price of aluminum is on the horizon. This increase in price can have a direct impact […]
Continue readingAre Metal Roof Gutters a Good or Bad Idea?
There comes a time in every homeowner’s life where they must consider repairing something on the property or replacing it altogether, such as metal roof gutters. Yes, the deck boards creek a bit too often, and your front gate may be falling apart at the seams, but what about the roof?Certain types of roofs require […]
Continue readingGain the Edge with the Seamless Gutter Design
If you own a home, you might not understand how vital the gutter design is to preserve your home’s integrity. This drainage system comprising the dwelling’s exterior directs water off important structures like the roof. This simple action can prevent costly problems like leaks and floods on the inside and significant damage and erosion to […]
Continue readingThe 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 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 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 readingTop 6 DIY Gutter Installation Mistakes You Can Avoid With Ned Stevens
Do-it-yourself gutter installation at your home may seem like a viable way to cut costs and save money. However, there’s much more than what meets the eye when it comes to proper gutter installation. Far too often, we’ve received distressed calls from our customers who attempted to turn what should be done by experienced professionals […]
Continue readingHow to Choose the Right Gutter Downspout Sizes?
Gutter downspouts are vital parts of the gutter system, but do you know how to figure the right gutter downspout sizes? In general, the right gutter downspout size is based on: The size of the roof, The gutter volume, and The level of rainfall during the rainy seasons.Calculating the size needs to be done with […]
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