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 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 Size For Your Home?
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 […]
Continue readingDo I Need Oversized Gutters For My Home?
At Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island, we regularly receive and answer a range of different questions, including the common “Do I need oversized gutters on my home?” to learn the answer to this common gutter question.Are Oversized Gutters Right For My Home?Gutters are manufactured from a variety of materials and come […]
Continue reading3 Major Problems Caused by Poorly Installed Gutters
What can truly happen from having poorly installed gutters? They’re only gutters right? At first, it may seem like a good idea…a solid way to save a buck. But using an inexperienced handyman or the guy down the street to install your gutters will often cost you much more in the end. The gutters on […]
Continue readingAre Gutters Really Necessary For My House?
There is, for some reason, a growing trend of skepticism among homeowners nationwide about gutters. “Are gutters necessary? Or are they a frivolous add-on?” This may have much to do with economic uncertainty throughout each neighborhood. If gutters are not necessary, then you may be able to avoid spending money on gutter repair and gutter maintenance? […]
Continue readingWhen Is the Best Time to Replace Your Gutters?
“When” is always the question, isn’t it? Admit it — you’ve been putting it off because you’re not sure of the best time to replace gutters on your home. But if you live on Long Island, NY, the best time of year to replace gutters is always right now. Why? Because there is good weather […]
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