LeafGuard: Reviews, Services and Costs of 2023

Jul 05, 2023

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Gutters protect your home from potential water damage, but most systems must be regularly cleaned to work correctly. To reduce the time you have to spend clearing out your gutters, you can invest in gutter guards that block debris from entering and building up.

One of the best gutter guard companies is LeafGuard, whose one-piece system combines a gutter system with a fixed gutter guard. This no-clog system keeps your gutters clear and saves you from costly water damage repairs. In this LeafGuard review, we at the Guides Home Team cover how the system works, what homeowners think about the brand and more.

Here are some of the advantages and disadvantages of the LeafGuard gutter system:

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Many gutter companies attach physical filters, such as foam or micro-mesh gutter guards, to capture debris. While these keep gutters cleaner than those without guards, they still accumulate debris and require disassembly, cleaning and regular maintenance to continue working correctly. Using separate gutter guards can also make your system more susceptible to leaks since the individual pieces can detach from your system.

LeafGuard improves on the typical gutter design by replacing your entire system with a one-piece gutter and gutter guard combination. The guard uses a reverse-curve design that guides water over the gutter hood and into the gutter. The opening between the gutter hood and the gutter is minimized to prevent objects from flowing in with the water. Instead, debris such as pine needles, twigs, dirt and leaves falls off the gutter’s edge.

LeafGuard’s gutter system is made from aluminum that’s 20% stronger than the industry standard. The company adds a ScratchGuard paint finish to enhance the durability of its gutters and prevent chipping, cracking and rusting. It also installs downspouts that are 30% larger than other brands, allowing more water to be carried away from your home. These gutters work on any roof pitch or roofing type, including asphalt and metal roofs.

LeafGuard offers a no-clog guarantee. If you experience any issues, the company will clean your gutters at no charge. The limited lifetime warranty lasts 50 years after the date of the original installation and can be transferred to a new homeowner if you decide to sell your home. The company also offers a limited lifetime warranty on the ScratchGuard paint finish.

LeafGuard provides a team of professional and licensed installers who handle the installation process from start to finish. They begin by removing your old gutters. Then, they take measurements and build your new gutter system on-site.

LeafGuard installers use noncorrosive hangers to install the system with screws. Screws keep the system securely attached to the fascia board, the long board that runs along the lower edge of your roof. The gutters are supported every 2 feet — twice as much as other installers. This helps keep your gutters secure and reduces the chance of dislodgement during severe weather conditions. Gutters are also attached without any damage to nearby roof shingles.

Installers will test that your gutters are securely in place before completing the project. Afterward, they will dispose of your old gutters.

LeafGuard doesn’t provide cost information online. However, it’s more expensive than other brands due to its design. Whereas other companies add gutter guards to existing gutter systems, LeafGuard installs new gutters and integrated gutter guards in an all-in-one process.

Customers can use LeafGuard’s online contact form to get a free in-home estimate for the installation. The company’s website has a phone number if you prefer to speak with someone immediately. Here’s an overview of LeafGuard’s in-home estimation process:

LeafGuard is accredited by the Better Business Bureau (BBB) and holds an A+ rating on the site.* We at the Guides Home Team analyzed dozens of customer reviews and found that many customers praised the professionalism of LeafGuard’s team as well as the functionality of its system. Additional homeowners were pleased with the resolution of issues with their system and happy with their investment.

Other customers criticized pushy sales pitches and aggressive tactics. They noted that LeafGuard gutters can be costly and that the pricey estimates discouraged them from getting the service. They also pointed out that the free in-home assessment was almost two hours long, with sales reps refusing to shorten the process.

Homeowners raised additional concerns about using LeafGuard gutters on homes with roof valleys, the channels on your roof that help excess water and debris run off your home. Customers had issues with these valleys meeting with the gutters and causing overflow problems. They contacted LeafGuard to install additional equipment but said that the company did not resolve the problem in many cases. Our team reached out to LeafGuard about this issue but did not receive a response.

Read a selection of customer reviews below:

“The serviceman who came to examine our gutters was professional and customer-oriented. We explained the situation to him, and he saw the cause immediately. With a few minor adjustments, the guttering was back to functioning as expected. We have had several downpours and drenching storms since his visit, and the gutters have performed as expected.” —Julia C. via BBB

“Having spent my working career in engineering, I was impressed with all the proprietary LeafGuard gutter features, from their continuous no-seam gutters [and] the attaching method used to the actual design of the gutter. The additional features like the baked-on non-stick enamel finish to the oversized downspouts sold me on their system…Since my system has been installed I’ve only had two minor issues. LeafGuard sent out their installers within two days and made a couple of minor adjustments to my system.” —Timothy R. via TrustPilot

“I had a sales rep come out yesterday for a 30 min presentation just to give me a quote. First, the presentation lasted 2 hours [and the] quote was over the top for gutters. I can add a sunroom for cheaper than what those gutters cost. They really believe [that] you install them and [will] never have to do maintenance. That is not true. [I]f you research, people still have to do maintenance. Their sales tactics are pressure sales. Not good. [T]hey lost me as a potential customer.” —Margie via Trustpilot

“LeafGuard doesn’t work if your roof has a valley. That corner always overflows in heavy rain.

They installed a small protection barrier after I complained. That doesn’t help either.” —Lili via Trustpilot

*BBB information accurate as of September 2022.

LeafGuard provides a seamless, integrated system that reduces the cleaning and maintenance required with other gutter guard systems. It uses a custom-built design process, guaranteeing you get the perfect system for your home’s needs. Although LeafGuard can be more expensive than other brands, customers who followed through with the installation considered it a worthwhile investment. Remember that you may have to sit through a lengthy presentation to get a quote for your installation.

LeafGuard gutters include a limited lifetime no-clog guarantee that lasts 50 years after the installation date. The company’s comprehensive one-piece design should keep your gutters free of pine needles, leaves and other debris. If your gutters or downspouts experience clogging, LeafGuard will clean out your gutters at no cost. A limited lifetime guarantee is also included for the ScratchGuard paint finish used on its gutters.

The cost of LeafGuard depends on your home’s dimensions and gutter needs, but it tends to be more expensive than other gutter guard brands. The company custom-fits its gutters, so the pricing is unique for each installation. You can request a free in-home evaluation with LeafGuard to get a quote. A salesperson will measure your home and evaluate your current system to calculate the cost of your LeafGuard gutters.

Yes, LeafGuard gutters work in heavy rain. According to the company, its gutters have been tested to handle up to 32 inches of rain per hour.

Yes, LeafGuard is a legitimate company. Englert, Inc. introduced the LeafGuard brand in 1993; it has since become a top brand in the gutters industry. LeafGuard has also received the Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval for over 15 years for its products.

No, LeafGuard does not use filters in its rain gutters. The company uses a reverse-curve design to separate the water from the debris. With the help of gravity, the water wraps around the curved design and into the gutter, keeping the channels clog-free.

Our team created a comprehensive ratings system to rank gutter guard companies and products. We researched gutter guards’ functionality, specifications, installation process and more, as well as read customer reviews to understand the customer experience and longevity of the products.After researching, we scored gutter guard providers in these categories: gutter guard materials and product options, installation options, payment options, communication, additional benefits and reputation.The BBB ratings included in this guide are accurate as of May 2023.