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Bradford Cuthrell is a meticulous researcher and writer specializing in pet and home finance topics. He’s surveyed thousands of pet owners and homeowners, listened to hundreds of customer service calls from various home service companies and spoken with dozens of industry experts to understand homeowners’ common pain points and needs.
Tori Addison is an editor who has worked in the digital marketing industry for over five years. Her experience includes communications and marketing work in the nonprofit, governmental and academic sectors. A journalist by trade, she started her career covering politics and news in New York’s Hudson Valley. Her work included coverage of local and state budgets, federal financial regulations and health care legislation.
Rain gutters line your roof’s edge and channel falling water away from your home to protect it from damage. Over time, debris such as leaves, twigs and shingles can get stuck in your gutters and block water from draining properly. A blocked rain gutter or downspout can lead to mold and mildew buildup and damage your foundation, fascia or roof.
LeafFilter is one of the best gutter guard systems in the industry. It uses proprietary technology to keep everything out of homeowners’ rain gutters except water, preventing clogs and eliminating the need for gutter cleaning. In addition to reviewing LeafFilter , to help you decide if LeafFilter is right for you, we at the Guides Home Team have created this guide to explain how much LeafFilter costs, how to reduce the price and what to expect from the product.
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Gutter guard systems can cost anywhere from $2 to $35 per linear foot. LeafFilter is one of the most advanced systems on the market and requires specialized installation, so average costs are between $10 and $35 per linear foot*, including materials and installation.
LeafFilter’s cost per linear foot of gutters is higher than some competitors, but several discounts are available to qualifying customers. Customer reviews also mention you can usually negotiate down a provided estimate. There are several factors that determine the total cost of installation, such as the following:
*Cost data obtained from Fixr.
Once you’ve decided to install LeafFilter, there are a few things to keep in mind if you want to lower costs. Here are a few ways to make sure your LeafFilter installation doesn’t break the bank and your investment holds up over time:
Your gutters need to be in good working order before LeafFilter can do its job. They will need to be fully cleaned before installation, and any broken or damaged portions will need to be repaired or replaced. You can opt to do this yourself or hire a less expensive contractor first so LeafFilter doesn’t charge you for the extra services.
LeafFilter offers several discounts, including a year-round 10% discount for senior citizens and military personnel. When you call in for a free estimate, check with a sales representative for additional discounts or promotions. Further, if you disagree with LeafFilter’s estimate, ask for a breakdown of costs. Be prepared to negotiate for a lower price, as many customer reviews mention they were able to reduce their quote.
With LeafFilter’s in-house financing option, you can lower up-front costs and still get high-quality gutter protection. The company offers interest-free financing for the first 12 months, so it won’t cost you anything extra to use this option as long you pay back the balance within a year.
The peak seasons for gutter work are spring and fall when organic debris is thick and heavy. Consider scheduling your LeafFilter installation in the summer or winter when gutter cleaning services are more readily available, and labor rates might be lower.
Some homes may not need gutter guards over every inch of their gutters. If the gutters on one side of your house clog more frequently than the others, you may only need LeafFilter installed on certain sections. Likewise, if you can easily reach and clean gutters on one part of your roof but can’t in another due to sloped ground, steep roof pitch or another access issue, you might consider installing LeafFilter only on your hard-to-reach areas.
If your necessary gutter cleaning schedule is more than twice a year, a gutter guard system such as LeafFilter can greatly reduce the labor that goes into maintaining your gutters. If installed and maintained correctly, this system should last the life of your home, and with LeafFilter’s lifetime warranty, you’re covered if something goes wrong.
For homes in areas without dense tree coverage, such as rural farmlands or desert climates that don’t require much gutter cleaning, installing LeafFilter may not be necessary. Check with neighbors, friends and family in the area to see what they recommend, or check for information online.
Installing or replacing gutter guards can cost anywhere from $800 to $2,000, get a quote from a top provider.
Gutter installation averages between $1,000-$5,000. Get a quote from a top provider.
Gutter cleaning costs can run you anywhere from $115 - $450 depending on several factors. Get a quote from a top provider
LeafFilter uses an unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (uPVC) screen and stainless steel micro-mesh to keep debris out of your gutters. LeafFilter uses a patented three-piece construction comprised of the following:
Expect to pay anywhere from $2 to $35 per linear foot for gutter guards. For LeafFilter, expect to pay between $10 and $35 per linear foot, including materials, labor and installation. To keep costs as low as possible, check for discounts, install the system during the off-season, negotiate your estimate and consider LeafFilter’s financing option to pay for the system over time.
See how LeafFilter compares to other gutter guards such as LeafGuard.
A gutter guard is a gutter protection system that keeps most types of debris from entering and clogging your rain gutters. It’s installed on top of gutters to catch leaves, shingle grit and other items and let only water enter. Several types of gutter guards are available, including screen guards, micro-mesh guards, foam filters, gutter helmets (also known as surface tension guards or reverse-curve gutter guards) and brush guards.
LeafFilter is an advanced gutter guard system that eliminates the hassle of cleaning your rain gutters. The stainless-steel micro-mesh gutter covers are installed on top of your existing gutters to keep debris from entering them. Its proprietary filtration system can catch even small debris, such as pine needles. LeafFilter gutter protection systems can last as long as or longer than gutters and require little maintenance.
One pro of LeafFilter is that once installed, you will rarely have to clean your gutters. LeafFilter also offers a lifetime warranty and no-interest financing. Installation is fast, taking a day or less. On the other hand, LeafFilter is more expensive than some other gutter guard systems. Further, although they will decrease the frequency of gutter cleaning you must do, they aren’t fully maintenance-free. They also require professional installation, so you can’t save costs by installing them yourself.
Bradford Cuthrell is a meticulous researcher and writer specializing in pet and home finance topics. He’s surveyed thousands of pet owners and homeowners, listened to hundreds of customer service calls from various home service companies and spoken with dozens of industry experts to understand homeowners’ common pain points and needs.
Tori Addison is an editor who has worked in the digital marketing industry for over five years. Her experience includes communications and marketing work in the nonprofit, governmental and academic sectors. A journalist by trade, she started her career covering politics and news in New York’s Hudson Valley. Her work included coverage of local and state budgets, federal financial regulations and health care legislation.
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