Does Installing Gutter Protection Affect my Roof Warranty?

With their clever gutter protection features, gutter guards and K-Guard have become increasingly popular with home improvement enthusiasts looking to mitigate unnecessary risk and cost when it comes to home maintenance. Many clients installing gutter protection wonder how it may affect their roof warranty, which is vital information for homeowners. 

Consider the following factors while deciding which gutter solution is best for your home:

• Improper Roofing Installation: Are gutter guards part of your home revamp? If you’re tying in your gutter guard with a new roof installation there are certain rules to be followed in protecting your warranty. The specifics include the type of nails used, using the right amount of nails per shingle, and following a rudimental but exact installation process that doesn’t skip any steps. While getting it right is important, here’s the good news: when you pick an all-round roof and gutter installation specialist such as Home Evolutions VA, we are intimately familiar with installation guidelines and manufacturer’s warranties and ensure that the process is done correctly. 

• Improper Ventilation: This one makes the list as roofing manufacturers illustrate that proper ventilation is an essential part of roof longevity due to the continuous flow of air through loft space which in turn prevents moisture accumulation and ice dams. Installing your gutter guards should not pose any risk to roof ventilation that would threaten your warranty when done right. 

• Improper Insulation: Like with ventilation, a correctly installed gutter guard should not affect your insulation. Poor roofing insulation such as spray foam insulation that’s wrongly applied to the roof hardens into a dense filling that compromises ventilation which affects roof quality as mentioned. No gutter protection should pose this problem,  however, this does reinforce the fact that choosing a roofing and gutter specialist is a guaranteed way to make sure you have all your bases covered so there is no accidental insulation or ventilation damage to your roof. 

• Pressure Washing: While pressure washing can be a quick fix for the tough moss, algae, debris, and other unpleasant substances, the significant forces pressure washing exerts on the roof can sometimes lead to damage or wearing out of the roof. This is useful to know for any homeowner with home-cleaning and upkeep goals, but this should never be a problem affecting gutter protection as long as it doesn’t involve a cleaning package. 

• Additions to Your Roof: Anything directly drilled into your roof could be at risk of voiding your roof warranty. Aside from antennas and satellite dishes, this also includes skylights, solar panels, and any fixtures that drill directly into your roof or remove shingles. For gutter protection work, this means it might be wise to inquire about the installation process if you’re not sure what the process consists of or if you’re dealing with gutter contractors without extensive roofing experience.

Are you ready for no-maintenance gutters and a sleek, modern aesthetic? Gutter protection is an easy choice. Professional and correctly installed gutter protection should pose no risk to voiding your roof warranty, but if you want to make sure, never be afraid to ask about your gutter guard or K-Guard installation process. Will anything be drilled into the roof? Are any fixtures added? Will any shingles need to be removed or replaced during installation?

For details about gutters, roofing, warranties, or any other home exterior project, get in touch with Home Evolutions VA!

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