The Dangers of Gutter Sludge and How to Prevent It
What Is Gutter Sludge?Gutter sludge is an accumulation of debris in your gutter system that consists of very fine organic material and is typically black and slimy. Because the material can be very fine, it is hard to remove it by relying on rainwater flow alone. Gutter sludge can form as a mass over time […]
Continue readingSeriously…Are Gutter Guards Worth It?
While homeowners often overlook them, gutters and the entire gutter system play a vital role in protecting your home from destructive elements. Simply put, your rain gutters are tasked with carrying rainwater and melting snow water away from vulnerable roof shingles and materials as well as the home’s foundation.Although gutters and downspout systems are important […]
Continue readingBeware! Don’t Fall Victim to Gutter Cleaning Dangers
Your rain gutters are an important part of your home’s protection system. When properly working and cleaned, your gutters offer year-round protection from heavy rain. However, through the rainy season, sticks, leaves, insects, debris, dirt, and other debris will accumulate in your gutter system and downspouts. Once this occurs, the natural flow of water can be […]
Continue readingHang In There: Let’s Talk About How Do Gutter Hangers Work
Your gutters are the unsung heroes of your home; yet, they often get overlooked. Although most homeowners have a general idea of how their gutters work, many don’t know about the different parts of gutters or how gutter hangers work. To provide clarity and insight, the team at Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island […]
Continue readingNed Stevens of LI Gives Back with Habitat’s Blitz Build Wall Raise
As we enter the special time of year, it’s clear the 2020 holidays will be different….very different. Even though COVID-19 continues to have a major impact on the way we live, the giving spirit at Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island remains unhindered. For many years, we have partnered with our local Habitat for […]
Continue readingWatch Out…for These Four Gutter Cleaning Dangers
While your gutters are critical, are you aware of the most known and unknown gutter cleaning dangers? When they do their job correctly, gutters carry water away from the house before it can overflow onto sidewalks, back up into the house itself or create some other damage or hazard.On the other hand, gutters that do […]
Continue readingWhat Are the Best Gutters for Metal Roofs?
Metal roofs have become extremely popular, which means we regularly hear “What are the best gutters for metal roofs?” In any case, gutters play an important role in preventing water damage to the interior and exterior of your home. But all gutters are not created equal and they are not a one-size-fits all. Choosing the right […]
Continue readingNOTICE: We Are Officially Operating as an “Essential Business”
We would like to inform all of our customers that we have been approved by the state to continue business during this ongoing quarantine period. We working at “skeleton” capacity but we are still operational. On Sunday (Mar. 22), we received official NY State certification for consideration as an “Essential Business” both for our building cleaning/sanitizing […]
Continue readingA Complete Guide to Splash Blocks All You Need to Know
Your rain gutter system requires a vast range of different parts to efficiently work, including what is known as a splash block. The splash block is a device manufactured from concrete or plastic that works to channel water away from your foundation. The splash block is typically rectangular and has a close-ended side positioned underneath […]
Continue readingIncreased Government Regulations Cause Pricing to Rise
First and foremost, Ned Stevens Gutter Cleaning of Long Island would like to thank you for your business. Your continued support has allowed us to become the premier gutter service provider in the Long Island, New York area for several decades. Since 1965, we have offered an array of home improvement services, including: Gutter services […]
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