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Hi Mike , after 5 years and many bad reviews of gutter guard products do you still think these are “Holmes approved “ ?

Hated to see Rob Graves & Craig Lowe pass away.

Classic episode.

The most important part of cutting corners not shown

Ummmm, are you not still going to get shingle particle build up in the eves troughs that turns into mud within the troughs itself as the particles will pass through the holes in the gutter guard ? So you still need todo a once a year clean out …….

Lost a great man

RIP Rob Graves ❤

Dying at 50+, maybe because of obesity?

IMPORTANT: Since there is no such thing as a gutter guard that is 100% maintenance free, it's wise to anticipate cleaning the guard and gutter. USEFUL TIP: Cut a 6" length of the first panel and put it over the "high" end of the gutter, THEN cut another 6" length of the first panel and put it over the downspout for the gutter. Now you can work from the downspout end of the gutter with your full panels of gutter guard laying them on top of the previous panel. When the time comes (every 2-4 years) to clean out the gutters, remove the 6" panel at the high end and run a garden hose (with jet nozzle) and snake it all the way down to the downspout. If the downspout clogs, remove the 6" panel and clean out the clog. Removing a 6" panel is much easier and causes less wear-and-tear on the shingles compared to a 4 foot panel.

He was a good man.

INSTALLATION TIP: Since no gutter guard is 100% maintenance free, install the gutter guards for easy maintenance in mind. Cut a 6 inch piece off the first panel (4 feet long in box) and use 2 screws to secure it on the "high-end" of the gutter (farthest away from the downspout, , ,cut another piece off the first panel and measure it so it reaches the "low-end" of the gutter and reaches to just past the downspout. 2 (or 3) screws will secure this piece over the downspout. Now, install the remaining length of the first panel at the downspout side, notch it to overlap 1/2 inch. Install the rest of the 4 foot panels normally (overlapping each) until you you get to the "high-end". The last panel might need to be measured and "notched" to meet flush with the 6" piece at the "high-end". Shingle grit/small debris will inter the gutter through the holes in the gutter guard so every 3-5 years, you may need to put a "jet-nozzle" on the end of your garden hose, remove the 6" panel at the high-end and snake the hose into the gutter down to the downspout end. The jet nozzle will wash/blow out all the grit and small debris. If the downspout gets clogged, remove the short panel over the downspout and unclog the downspout.

I note you are not using the provided panhead screws. They are a pain to hold in place while you start the hole. I've dropped 5 in five units. Also, I can't get the back edge under the shingle/up the side of the fascia. Each unit is taking me ages to install as I trim the back. If you've got an older gutter or reshingled home, prepare for a long and difficult diy.

RIP Robert!! You are missed!!!

Are the screws easily self threading into the metal gutter or hard to start and drill in place? I noticed he didn't seem to drill a pilot hole prior.

how important is it to have the back screw? I am having a hard time screwing that in.

Good product can be in the US with think big gutters ... but here in Canada its really not the right model ... Forget the Canadian Tire and are "like on tv" go to Canac their models are much better, less expensive and really easy to install .... Smart Screen for me its real shit ... go get "rain gutter protection" at Canac .... you will thank me I promise you

Good product can be in the US with think big gutters ... but here in Canada its really not the right model ... Forget the Canadian Tire and are "like on tv" go to Canac their models are much better, less expensive and really easy to install .... Smart Screen for me its real shit ... go get "rain gutter protection" at Canac .... you will thank me I promise you

He installs the gutter guard from a ladder on the ground. I would like to see how he installs the guards on the 2nd floor of the home where an extension ladder is leaning up against the gutter. Any one have any suggestions? No, I am not going on the 2nd floor roof and leaning over. Thanks

If you watch the video it shows that when he starts to attached the screen on the gutter, the front edge is hanging over by 1/2. Then it cuts to the screen being screwed in with the screen and the gutter being even. I have standard size gutters and these gutter guards will not fit because the front edge of the guard is out further than the gutter so it's impossible to screw it in. From I have been told by many people, you should never slide any type of leaf guard up under the shingles because you can either break the shingle or break the seal that is keeping the water from going into your house. Any suggestions.

Those holes will get clogged over time and you WILL be back up on the roof cleaning things. You also have no idea how much crap has fallen inside because everything is neatly screwed on

I don't but accumulation of leaves gathering up blocking water from draining into the gutter.

In my experience, and the experience of many people who are not trying to sell all of these gutter cover products, is that these products might REDUCE the need the clean your gutters but will not ELIMINATE the need to clean your gutters. Any salesman who says differently is just being dishonest.

Hey Mike, did you go back and visit later after fall leaves and spring seeds? These look to be similar to many other gutter compost systems that claim to be gutter guards. While the gutters may not clog, those covers trap all sorts of debris. They will claim the “dry” debris will blow away. How much “dry” debris do you find in gutters. These are just shallow gutters with holes in them. Still prone to clogging and needing cleaning. Looked at options for years. Found most all to be gimmicks and not worth the time or money. The kid down the block cleaning the gutters twice a year more practical. But I don’t have gutters 45 feet up. But that makes use of these shelf solutions even more problematic when the need to be cleared.

yeah but does water shoot over the top in a heavy downpour?the problem is water will overwhelm the guard !

Just curious, with these laying flat doesn’t it cause a “shelf” effect causing leaves and such to just collect enabling water to enter the gutter? I’m in the market to replace the gutter guards that came with the house and doing research as to which product would be the best

You guys are the best at what you do!

Thanks its help

He states “and now I don’t have to climb up here every year and clean em out”. No you will be cleaning the top of the shelf 6 times a year !!!

Hey Guys, how does thesmartscreen work for pine needles?.. would you recommend it if that's my main problem, not leaves. Thanks

where is the drip edge...does it go over the drip edge ?

SMARTSCREEN INSTALL VIDEO STARRING STEVE GRAVES