Q: Where should you direct water from the gutters?

• <div><p>The first rule of knowing <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/6-tips-about-how-install-gutters.htm">how to install gutters</a> is that water coming from gutters should be directed 4 feet to 6 feet away from your home. Depending on the specifics of your property, water can be directed to a cistern, municipal drainage ditch, or the street. Water should never be directed toward a neighbor's yard.</p></div>

Q: How do you clean gutters that you cannot reach?

• <div><p>If your gutters are out of reach, a leaf blower with a gutter cleaning attachment can help blow out leaves and dirt. You can also consider using a telescoping gutter cleaning tool, which extends your reach while allowing you to clean from the ground. These tools often have adjustable attachments, such as brushes or hoses, to clear debris effectively. If these options aren&rsquo;t practical, hiring a professional is a safe and efficient way to clean your gutters without risking injury. </p></div>

Q: How often should gutters be professionally cleaned?

• <div><p>At least twice a year, or more if surrounded by trees.</p></div>

Q: Do gutters prevent ice dams?

• <div><p>Gutters alone do not prevent ice dams, although proper drainage can help reduce the chance of them forming. It&rsquo;s also a common myth that <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/do-gutters-cause-ice-dams.htm">gutters cause ice dams</a>, but even houses without gutters are susceptible to ice dams. Keeping your gutters clear and in good condition can help water drain more efficiently, which may help keep ice dams from forming. </p></div>

Q: Are heated gutters more difficult to maintain?

• <div><p>Heated gutters are significantly easier to maintain than standard gutters. While you will have to check to make sure they&rsquo;re functioning properly and aren&rsquo;t accumulating leaves and other tree debris, you will never have to worry about ice dams, icicle formation, or related gutter damage and repairs, which can get expensive. Heated gutters will require an upfront investment, but it might very well be worth it for the time and potential money you&rsquo;ll save down the road on gutter maintenance.</p></div>

Primo Soft Washing

Primo Soft Washing

Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 94% of Angi customers

5 years of experience

With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Andrew did a great job, and he was very easy to work with! "

Libby C on June 2025

With several years of experience, we work hard to bring each customer the best possible service and quality available. We look forward to working with you on your next project. We welcome your questions and thank you for your interest.

"Andrew did a great job, and he was very easy to work with! "

Libby C on June 2025

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Customers say: Quality work

21 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Still waiting on install, but the sales process was a breeze"

Claire M on January 2026

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Still waiting on install, but the sales process was a breeze"

Claire M on January 2026

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

LeafFilter Gutter Protection

Customers say: Quality work

21 years of experience

Free onsite estimate

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Professional and fair pricing"

Patrick K on February 2025

As the most reliable gutter protection brand in North America, LeafFilter Gutter Protection has improved the strength and longevity of gutter systems from coast to coast. The LeafFilter team provides gutter replacement, cleaning, and repairs in addition to installing gutter guards. From its innovative design and award-winning technology to its professional installation, LeafFilter protects the value of your home and is the perfect complement to your roof. Its patented three-piece system features a stainless steel micromesh screen, structural hangers, and uPVC framing to optimize debris repellence and weather resistance.

"Professional and fair pricing"

Patrick K on February 2025

Grand Handyman, LLC

Grand Handyman, LLC

Customers say: Quick response

5 years of experience

For reliable friendly service for home repairs, new construction and things yet imagined, give me a call and let's bring your project to life. I enjoy working closely with customers to deliver exactly what's requested in a timely manner and at a fair price.

"Grand Handyman is truly amazing. I reached out for one job with a dryer vent, and while he was here he ended up doing two more! Fixed a leaking toilet base and a broken fence gate. He handled every job with ease and I wish I could give him ten stars! He went above and beyond! "

Aimee L on November 2025

For reliable friendly service for home repairs, new construction and things yet imagined, give me a call and let's bring your project to life. I enjoy working closely with customers to deliver exactly what's requested in a timely manner and at a fair price.

"Grand Handyman is truly amazing. I reached out for one job with a dryer vent, and while he was here he ended up doing two more! Fixed a leaking toilet base and a broken fence gate. He handled every job with ease and I wish I could give him ten stars! He went above and beyond! "

Aimee L on November 2025

Joshua Company

5.00(

72

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Joshua Company

5.00(

72

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Customers say: True professional

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

Joshua Company has over 30 years combined experience in the building trades. Our primary focus is the installation of complete seamless guttering systems. If you already have seamless gutters we can repair, clean, or add leaf guard to keep your current system functioning properly. In the case that your existing gutter system is beyond repair we can remove and replace your system with a new one. From time to time we repair soffit & fascia as needed and over the years we have built decks, repaired roofs, and provided customers with many handy man services. Our Home Improvement contracting license info is available upon request. We currently work and offer free estimates in NW Arkansas and SW Missouri.

"I couldn’t be happier. When he installed new 57 ft long gutter on back of house he made sure to follow my wishes about sloping the gutter against the fascia to improve water. I highly recommend Jack for any gutter/downspout work."

James W on September 2020

Joshua Company has over 30 years combined experience in the building trades. Our primary focus is the installation of complete seamless guttering systems. If you already have seamless gutters we can repair, clean, or add leaf guard to keep your current system functioning properly. In the case that your existing gutter system is beyond repair we can remove and replace your system with a new one. From time to time we repair soffit & fascia as needed and over the years we have built decks, repaired roofs, and provided customers with many handy man services. Our Home Improvement contracting license info is available upon request. We currently work and offer free estimates in NW Arkansas and SW Missouri.

"I couldn’t be happier. When he installed new 57 ft long gutter on back of house he made sure to follow my wishes about sloping the gutter against the fascia to improve water. I highly recommend Jack for any gutter/downspout work."

James W on September 2020

Dale's Roofing Inc

4.60(

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Dale's Roofing Inc

4.60(

83

)

Customers say: Super punctual

40 years of experience

With more than 30 years of experience, our company, Dale’s Roofing Inc. is the best in everything we do, and the reason why is surprisingly simple: we care. We care about our customers. We care about the quality of our service and we care about the products we offer. The result is a reputation for excellence that remains unsurpassed by our competitors. Additional website - www.dalesroofing.com. Additional contact name - Dale L Rector. Additional email - [email protected].

"Brandon Gill did a fantastic job! He told me what he was going to do, did it with a minimum of bother and noise. After he was finished he explained and showed me what he did. He cleaned up any mess. Then showed me the paperwork and explained everything. I would definately hire Dales Roofing again!"

elise j on October 2025

With more than 30 years of experience, our company, Dale’s Roofing Inc. is the best in everything we do, and the reason why is surprisingly simple: we care. We care about our customers. We care about the quality of our service and we care about the products we offer. The result is a reputation for excellence that remains unsurpassed by our competitors. Additional website - www.dalesroofing.com. Additional contact name - Dale L Rector. Additional email - [email protected].

"Brandon Gill did a fantastic job! He told me what he was going to do, did it with a minimum of bother and noise. After he was finished he explained and showed me what he did. He cleaned up any mess. Then showed me the paperwork and explained everything. I would definately hire Dales Roofing again!"

elise j on October 2025

(JCR) John Cotten Roofing & Home improvement

4.96(

28

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(JCR) John Cotten Roofing & Home improvement

4.96(

28

)

Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 100% of Angi customers

We are a TAMKO PRO CERTIFIED CONTRACTOR We have been a member of the Better Buisiness Bureau of South West Missouri since 2007 and have a A+ Rating with zero complaints as of June 2012 when this was updated. Payment policy: We require a 50% deposit and the balance at the completion of job. We are licensed-Bonded-Insured-work comp. We are a State Certified Contractor in the State of Kansas.

"We highly recommend Joh Cotten Roofing. Excellent work, great clean-up, stuck to the estimated price even though materials had several price increases. Very professional, ethical, and gives proper explanations to the work needing to be done. I called John 11 years ago for an estimate but I unfortunately chose a local company that was cheap. Boy did I pay for it. My roof leaked and they wouldn't back their own warranty. 11 years later I called John again and he did exceptional work. His skills are way above the average roofers in our area! Cotten roofing went above and beyond on the work performed on my house! I don't foresee needing a new roof for many many years. John Cotten is as real of a human being as I've ever met It's been a pleasure doing business! Excellent work John Cotten Roofing! From, a very happy & satisfied customer 2023"

cheryl b on July 2023

We are a TAMKO PRO CERTIFIED CONTRACTOR We have been a member of the Better Buisiness Bureau of South West Missouri since 2007 and have a A+ Rating with zero complaints as of June 2012 when this was updated. Payment policy: We require a 50% deposit and the balance at the completion of job. We are licensed-Bonded-Insured-work comp. We are a State Certified Contractor in the State of Kansas.

"We highly recommend Joh Cotten Roofing. Excellent work, great clean-up, stuck to the estimated price even though materials had several price increases. Very professional, ethical, and gives proper explanations to the work needing to be done. I called John 11 years ago for an estimate but I unfortunately chose a local company that was cheap. Boy did I pay for it. My roof leaked and they wouldn't back their own warranty. 11 years later I called John again and he did exceptional work. His skills are way above the average roofers in our area! Cotten roofing went above and beyond on the work performed on my house! I don't foresee needing a new roof for many many years. John Cotten is as real of a human being as I've ever met It's been a pleasure doing business! Excellent work John Cotten Roofing! From, a very happy & satisfied customer 2023"

cheryl b on July 2023

K-Guard Kansas City

4.80(

55

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K-Guard Kansas City

4.80(

55

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Customers say: Super punctual

Recommended by 92% of Angi customers

The K-Guard System - Unlike most leaf gutter guards, K-Guard is a completely engineered, fully integrated, leaf free system. No other leaf gutter guards can offer the protection, strength, durability, capacity and attractiveness of our K-Guard gutter covers. The K-Guard gutter cover system is built around our patented, high-strength hangers which are made of all-weather, high-impact polymers. The lifespan of the K-Guard leaf gutter guard system is practically unlimited. Because our gutters are a full 5-inches wide, our system is able to drain more water than other, smaller leaf rain cover gutters and leaf gutter guards. In contrast to the sharp corners and vertical faces of most rain gutter systems, the smooth, curved appearance of K-Guard complements and adds beauty to your home. K-Guard's patented and professionally installed leaf free gutter guard protection system is so effective at keeping leaves and debris out of your gutters, it's guaranteed to remain clog-free for life unlike those other gutter covers and leaf guards on the market - so cleaning gutters will never be a part of your life.

"I had the K-Guard system installed on my first house and was so pleased with it, I had them come out and install their system again on my new house."

Mark S on May 2023

The K-Guard System - Unlike most leaf gutter guards, K-Guard is a completely engineered, fully integrated, leaf free system. No other leaf gutter guards can offer the protection, strength, durability, capacity and attractiveness of our K-Guard gutter covers. The K-Guard gutter cover system is built around our patented, high-strength hangers which are made of all-weather, high-impact polymers. The lifespan of the K-Guard leaf gutter guard system is practically unlimited. Because our gutters are a full 5-inches wide, our system is able to drain more water than other, smaller leaf rain cover gutters and leaf gutter guards. In contrast to the sharp corners and vertical faces of most rain gutter systems, the smooth, curved appearance of K-Guard complements and adds beauty to your home. K-Guard's patented and professionally installed leaf free gutter guard protection system is so effective at keeping leaves and debris out of your gutters, it's guaranteed to remain clog-free for life unlike those other gutter covers and leaf guards on the market - so cleaning gutters will never be a part of your life.

"I had the K-Guard system installed on my first house and was so pleased with it, I had them come out and install their system again on my new house."

Mark S on May 2023