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Check out our official blog posts below to find the answers to all of your gutter related issues. Posts will be added regularly to keep up with the questions. Therefore be sure to check back in!
Our Official Question & Answer Blog Spot
Think of our blog page as a “frequently asked question” page where we answer common and important questions regarding gutter systems and pressure washing services. At the bottom of the page is a link to email My Gutter Doctor with any additional questions you may have.
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February 9, 2026
Choosing The Best Gutter Guards For Snow & Winter Weather Choosing the best gutter guards for snow and winter weather isn’t just about keeping leaves out […]
January 30, 2026
PREVENTING ICE DAMS IN GUTTERS A very common misconception regarding ice dams and gutters is that ice dams are caused by clogged or damaged gutter systems. […]
January 26, 2026
-SNOW VS GUTTERS- ARE YOUR GUTTERS PREPARED FOR WINTER WEATHER? We hope you’re staying warm and safe during this cold winter season. With forecasts calling for […]
October 1, 2025
MONTGOMERY COUNTY GAS-POWERED LEAF BLOWER BAN Montgomery County has passed a gas powered leaf blower ban which prohibits the use of two-stroke gas powered leaf removal […]
October 3, 2024
BENEFITS OF UPSIZING GUTTER SYSTEMS TO 6 INCH Upsizing gutter systems from 5″ to 6″ can be beneficial in many ways. Larger gutter and downspouts work […]
September 6, 2024
WORST GUTTER GUARDS -Products To Avoid In 2024- There are many styles of gutter guards which are all designed to keep leaves and other debris out […]
August 25, 2024
HOW LONG DO ALUMINUM GUTTERS LAST? When considering new aluminum gutter installation, one of the most common questions often asked is “how long do aluminum gutters […]
July 24, 2024
7 SIGNS OF IMPROPER GUTTER SLOPE Gutters should always be installed so that they are sloped (pitched) towards the downspout. That way the rain water is […]
May 26, 2024
WHAT WAY SHOULD SPLASH BLOCKS FACE? Whether your splash blocks are concrete, pvc, or any other material the only way that they should face is away […]
July 7, 2023
WHY BIRDS NEST IN GUTTERS & HOW TO PREVENT THEM FROM RETURNING As the coldness of winter dissipates and the daylight starts to become longer […]
May 24, 2023
DOES FLEX SEAL WORK ON GUTTER SEAMS? A MY GUTTER DOCTOR PRODUCT REVIEW If you’ve had cable tv throughout the years than you have likely seen […]
May 16, 2023
WHY BLACK STREAKS ON ROOF SHINGLES ARE DANGEROUS One of the most common misconceptions of homeowners is that the black streaks on roof shingles are water […]
May 1, 2023
IS GUTTER CLEANING WORTH IT? -Cost vs Potential Damages- New homeowners often don’t take into consideration the maintenance cost of having trees around the property. The […]
April 18, 2023
IS PRESSURE WASHING SAFE FOR VINYL SIDING? One of the most common questions asked in the Pressure Washing industry, is whether or not Pressure Washing Is […]
April 2, 2023
CARPENTER BEES IN FASCIA BOARDS Have you ever wondered why bees swarm around your gutter systems and/or rooflines? That’s because carpenter bees like to burrow and nest […]
March 24, 2023
WHAT TIME OF YEAR IS BEST FOR GUTTER CLEANING? -A HOMEOWNER’S GUIDE TO PROPER GUTTER MAINTENANCE- Figuring out what time of year is best for gutter […]
March 1, 2023
WHY IS GUTTER CLEANING IMPORTANT? Gutter cleaning is such an important role when it comes to protecting our homes for many reasons. Damages to the home’s […]
February 22, 2023
IS SPRING GUTTER CLEANING NECESSARY? Spring gutter cleaning is often required for homes with certain types of trees around the home. In Maryland and much of […]
February 10, 2023
DOES LEAF FILTER WORK? Leaf Filter is one of the biggest name brands in the gutter industry. They specialize in gutter guards/gutter covers that install directly […]
January 31, 2023
FASCIA BOARD REPAIR There are a few common Fascia Board Repair methods to keep your existing fascia boards going strong for a couple more years. In […]
January 27, 2023
GUTTER CORNER LEAKING -A Homeowners Guide To Why Miters Leak & How To Fix- One of the most common places for gutters to leak from is […]
January 27, 2023
FASCIA BOARD REPLACEMENT A STEP BY STEP GUIDE + TIPS AND F.A.Q.’S If you are a local Maryland resident seeking estimates for Fascia Board Replacement, or […]
January 23, 2023
GUTTER REPLACEMENT -PROCESS FROM START TO FINISH WITH MY GUTTER DOCTOR- In this guide My Gutter Doctor walks you through our Gutter Replacement process. Whether you […]
January 18, 2023
BOX MITER -Product Review- Is it time to upgrade your gutter corner from a Strip Miter to a Box Miter? In this in depth guide for […]
January 12, 2023
FASCIA BOARD ROT -GUTTERS AND FASCIA BOARD DAMAGES- In this in-depth guide for homeowner’s we explain everything there is to know about Fascia Board and Fascia […]
December 29, 2022
GUTTER DRIP -CAUSES AND SOLUTIONS- Today we’ll discuss all possible instances that causes Gutter Drip and how to identify and prevent the drips from re-occurring. IDENTIFY […]
December 29, 2022
DOWNSPOUT CLOG PREVENTION There are a few different methods of Downspout Clog Prevention , each with their own level of effectiveness. In this article My Gutter […]
December 27, 2022
ARE VINYL GUTTER SCREENS GOOD? -PRODUCT REVIEW BY MY GUTTER DOCTOR- If you are interested in buying Vinyl Gutter Screens you WILL want to read this […]
December 21, 2022
LOOSE GUTTER SPIKES Have you ever seen loose nails hanging from gutters? The nails are actually Loose Gutter Spikes and if you can see them sticking […]
December 20, 2022
GUTTERS LEAKING AT SEAMS There are several causes for Gutters Leaking At Seams. In this guide we will walk you through every possible gutter seam location, […]
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