| Screen Material | Marine-Grade 316 Stainless Steel Mesh + Aluminum Frame | Plastic Frame + Standard 304 Steel Mesh | Molded Vinyl or Thin Stamped Aluminum |
| What It Keeps Out | Blocks 100% of pine needles, oak tassels, seeds & shingle grit | Allows fine oak tassels and small debris to pass through | Clogs easily with needles and small twigs |
| Heavy Rain Performance | Water flows directly in without overshooting or spilling | Water can sheet off and spill over in heavy storms | Easily overflows during moderate rainfall |
| Roof Warranty Safe | 100% Safe — Fastened to gutters & fascia (zero shingle contact) | Slid under shingles — May void your roof warranty | Clipped under shingles or bent over edges |
| Gutter Realignment | Full hand-cleanout & slope tune-up included on every job | Often charges an extra $500–$1,000 for gutter repairs | None — Installed over existing un-sloped gutters |
| Installed Cost (Typical Home) | Starting at $1,250 (140–180 ft) — Save 50–70% vs $5,000+ Franchise Quotes | $5,000 – $8,500 (Sales commissions & franchise markups) | $400 – $700 (Materials only + ladder risk) |
| Warranty Protection | Lifetime Material Warranty + 10-Year No-Clog Performance Guarantee | Limited corporate warranty with fine-print exclusions | No warranty against clogging |