LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master Vs. GutterDome & Gutterglove: Gutter Guard Comparison Guide
Which Micromesh Gutter Cover Is Best For Puget Sound Homes? Let’s Find Out…
We’ll be honest: as a Puget Sound homeowner, you’ve got A LOT of micromesh gutter-guard options to choose from. LeafFilter. GutterDome. Gutterglove. The list goes on and on. So why pick LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master over the rest to protect your gutters? It’s simple… All gutter protection is NOT made equal. We compared LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master and LeafFilter in another article . In that battle, LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master was the hands-down winner.
Now let’s pit LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master against two other popular micromesh gutter covers: GutterDome and Gutterglove.
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System Type
GutterDome And Gutterglove
We’ve grouped GutterDome and Gutterglove together because they’re so similar. They’re both micromesh systems. They’re both made with metal casings (unlike LeafFilter, which is plastic). And they both operate essentially the same way. Something important to know: Unlike LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master and LeafFilter, Gutterglove and GutterDome weren’t developed by “gutter guard godfather” Alex Higginbotham. Long story short, Gutterglove “borrowed” LeafFilter’s design… and then GutterDome “borrowed” Gutterglove’s design. The big differences between Gutterglove and GutterDome are mainly… A) GutterDome is a bit cheaper than Gutterglove B) GutterDome has a small bump in its mesh screen (hence the name “Dome”)
Gutterglove (left) and GutterDome (right).
In the following sections, we’ll reveal how each of these gutter covers performs. Right now, let’s introduce LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master.
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master is also a micromesh gutter protection system. The micromesh screen lets in water while keeping out leaves, fir needles, and other debris.
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master gutter protection in Royal Brown.
While LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master shares traits with Gutterglove and GutterDome, it was created to solve common problems with other micromesh gutter guards—FOR GOOD.
The rest of this article will show you exactly how.
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Clog Protection
GutterDome And Gutterglove Clog Protection
How well do GutterDome and Gutterglove protect your gutters from clogs? Let’s look at each gutter guard’s features to find out…
Metal Beats Plastic
GutterDome and Gutterglove both have metal casings with anti-corrosion protection. This gives them superior durability to plastic gutter guards like LeafFilter. Expansion, contraction, and warping? They’re non-issues. Companies that manufacture plastic gutter guards will tell you that metal gutter guards rust. Don’t believe them. Pretty much all metal gutter covers come with anti-corrosion and anti-oxidation coatings. Even after years of weather exposure, the metal won’t rust.How Shape Affects Clog Protection
This is where both Gutterglove and GutterDome stumble. As mentioned earlier, Gutterglove’s screen is flat, while GutterDome’s screen has a small bump designed to break water tension. This causes debris to pile up on each gutter cover differently.
Example of how Gutterglove (left) and GutterDome (right) handle debris.
As you can see from the image, debris builds up more on the FRONT of Gutterglove and the BACK of GutterDome. Why?
- While Gutterglove can be installed on a slope, it still lies mostly horizontal. This creates a “shelf effect” that allows debris to pile up evenly over the screen.
- Debris has a hard time “climbing over” the hump in GutterDome’s screen. Instead of being evenly dispersed on the screen, debris gets walled in at the edge of the roof.
Gunk Buildup In The Micromesh
Over time, micromesh screens can plug up with shingle grit, roof oil, and dirt particles. This prevents water from entering your gutters, which can lead to algae and mildew.
Algae, mud, and debris buildup on Gutterglove.
This is because of how small the holes in the micromesh are. Those tiny spaces are prime real estate for all kinds of grime and microorganisms. It’s why plugged screens have always been the Achilles’ heel of micromesh systems. Then in 2020, LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master solved the issue for GOOD. See the following section to find out how.
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master Clog Protection
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master has all of the clog-protection benefits of its micromesh competitors… while eliminating the problems. LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master has the anti-rust, anti-corrosive metal casing. It has the surgical-grade stainless steel micromesh that keeps the smallest foliage out. And it has the following exclusive features that make it the most clog-proof gutter cover on the market…Pitch
While Gutterglove and GutterDome can be installed at an angle, they can’t match the versatility of LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master’s slope. LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master can perfectly match virtually any pitch. This means LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master acts as a true extension of your roof, shedding foliage and debris better than any gutter guard on the market. But what about wet foliage? A wet leaf is a sticky leaf… and a sticky leaf clings to any surface it touches. LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master uses exclusive LeafRelease™ technology to “unstick” soggy foliage. LeafRelease is a special micro-filtration system that allows wet leaves clinging to LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master to dry and blow away faster.Vertical Water Filtration
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master is the first and only gutter cover that filters water vertically. technology siphons water from the screen… and actually pulls the water into your gutters!Bottom line: LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master handles even the heaviest downpours faster and more efficiently than any other gutter guard. End. Of. Story.
Self-Cleaning Micromesh Screen
The great thing about LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master is that it regularly evolves to keep up with the needs of homeowners. A fantastic example is self-cleaning copper technology introduced in 2020.
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master self-cleans with copper technology!
Copper attacks the oils, dirt, and organisms that can plug a micromesh screen. Not even algae, mold, and mildew can grow—the copper strips in LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master’s screen break them down at the molecular level.
This solves the screen-clogging issue that has plagued micromesh gutter guards for decades. It also keeps YOU from having to climb a ladder to unplug the screen manually.
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Installation
GutterDome And Gutterglove Installation
GutterDome and Gutterglove have identical installation methods. They’re standalone gutter guards, so you don’t need to replace your existing gutters. Both systems are also installed between your roof’s starter shingles and the first row of your main shingles. GutterDome and Gutterglove utilize “floating” installation. They’re installed between your shingles WITHOUT screws, and the weight of your roof locks the system in place. This keeps your roof’s warranty intact.
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master Installation
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master is installed similarly to GutterDome and Gutterglove:- Like GutterDome and Gutterglove, LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master is a stand-alone gutter guard. It’s installed over your existing gutters or any new gutters you decide to buy.
- LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master is installed without screws between the starter shingles and first row of main shingles.
- LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master keeps your roof’s warranty 100% intact.
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Warranty
GutterDome And Gutterglove Warranty
GutterDome comes with a limited 30-year transferable warranty on parts and finish, while Gutterglove has a 40-year limited transferable parts warranty. Gutterglove also includes the following stipulation: If you live within five miles of the coast, your warranty coverage is reduced to just 10 years. GutterDome and Gutterglove do not offer no-clog guarantees. That’s pretty rare in the gutter protection industry. It’s also telling. Most gutter guards—including many not-so-great ones—have some sort of no-clog guarantee. Even if that guarantee is “When your gutter guard plugs up, we’ll clean it,” there is typically some kind of anti-clog protection. But GutterDome and Gutterglove? It seems they don’t want to make you that promise.
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master Warranty
LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master boasts a Limited Lifetime Warranty on parts and finish. This states that LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master will be A) free from defects in material and workmanship in the course of manufacture, and B) that the finish on the LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master™ Gutter Protection system will not crack, chip, or blister under normal usage. Where LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master thumps Gutterglove and GutterDome, though, is its Lifetime No-Clog Guarantee: 1) If your gutters EVER clog due to LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master’s performance, your system will be replaced for free… or you’ll be provided a 100% refund of the product cost. 2) If a LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master-caused clog damages your home in a way that’s claimable on your homeowner’s insurance policy, you’ll be refunded your insurance deductible up to $1,500. LeaflessGutter’s Limited Lifetime Warranty and Lifetime No-Clog Guarantee fully transfer to the next homeowner. That’s peace of mind for you and the next owner of the home if you decide to sell.Book Your Free Gutter Protection Quote Today!
For gutter protection made to handle Puget Sound weather, LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master is your best option… HANDS DOWN. Reach out to us today for a free quote, and we’ll prove it to you in person. We would be honored to show you exactly how LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master will keep your gutters clean—and protect your home—for life. If you’re in Seattle, Kent, Tacoma, or the surrounding areas, call now. We can’t wait to talk to you!LeaflessGutter™ Shield Master Vs. More Gutter Guards
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