The Brothers That Just Do Gutters · Tacoma
Gutter Guards in Tacoma & the South Sound
Metal mesh gutter guards that keep leaves, needles and grit out while heavy rain flows through, installed on the South Sound homes.
- Licensed & Insured
- Seamless Gutters Formed On-Site
- Serving the South Sound
The Brothers That Just Do Gutters
Tacoma
- Licensed Washington contractor, License #BRTHRBT745J1
- Seamless gutters formed on-site
- Serving the South Sound
- Free, no-pressure written estimates
Quick answer
Gutter Guards in Tacoma & the South Sound, WA: The Brothers That Just Do Gutters Tacoma installs a single gutter guard: BroGuard, a stainless steel micro-mesh guard that keeps fir and cedar needles, leaves, seed and grit out of the trough while heavy rain flows through. Metal only, nothing plastic or foam. Call (253) 777-1572 or book online.
Rain gutters provide a path for runoff to be diverted away from the structure. When other substances obstruct that path, such as leaves, pollen, and dirt, water can overflow and cause moisture damage to everything from roofs to foundations. A simple and effective solution is to install a rain gutter leaf guard. The models expertly installed by The Brothers That Just Do Gutters will reduce maintenance needs and prevent costly damage from happening. Call us for gutter guards today for the best defense and enhanced peace of mind.
Gutter guards in Tacoma
Why South Sound gutters need a guard, and how to choose one
Needles decide most guard questions here. This is what a guard has to handle on a South Sound roof, and why BroGuard is the one guard our crew installs.
Debris in the South Sound comes in three sizes. Big-leaf maple drops broad leaves and seed that most covers stop easily. Douglas fir and cedar shed fine needles all year, and they are the reason so many guards disappoint here. Underneath both is the small stuff: bits of moss, roof granules and pollen that wash off the roof with every rain.
A guard with openings too large lets needles slide through and mat in the trough, out of sight, where they hold water against the gutter and fascia all winter. That is why the opening size matters more than anything else on a Northwest guard, and why we install BroGuard fine stainless mesh on South Sound homes.
What to look for in a guard for fir and cedar country
| What lands on your roof | What the guard has to do | How BroGuard handles it |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas fir and cedar needles | Stop fine needles that slip through coarse screens | BroGuard has a fine mesh that stops needles while water keeps moving |
| Big-leaf maple leaves and seed | Handle broad leaves and keep seed out of the trough | Leaves and seed stay on the surface |
| Moss and roof granules | Keep moss debris out of the gutter | Moss debris stays out, and heavy rain usually rinses grit off the surface |
| Months of steady rain | Let heavy rain through at full volume | The mesh is open enough for heavy rain to flow straight into the channel |
Want the details on the guard itself? See the BroGuard gutter guard page.
A quick checklist before you choose any guard
- Openings fine enough to stop fir and cedar needles, not just maple leaves.
- Stainless steel that will not rust, sag or warp in the wet.
- Fastened along the gutter, with the mesh sitting flush on top.
- Fully enclosed, so birds and bees cannot nest at the ends.
- Lets a winter storm’s water through at full volume.
- Goes on a gutter that is sound, pitched right and sized for the roof.
Why BroGuard is the guard we install
BroGuard checks every box. It is stainless steel micro-mesh on an aluminum chassis that is fastened along the gutter, so the mesh sits flush and the whole system is enclosed. It will not rot, crack, rust, sag or warp, and it installs right over existing gutters that are in good shape. Installed with new seamless gutters, gutter and guard are covered together as one system under the BroGuard warranty. The full install walkthrough is on the BroGuard gutter guard page.
What a guard will not fix
- Stop moss growing on the roof itself; that takes a roof cleaning and treatment.
- Fix a gutter that is undersized, sagging or pitched wrong; we correct that first through gutter repair.
- Hold up a run hung on rotted fascia.
- Make downspouts and buried drains maintenance free; they still deserve a check.
Wondering whether guards pay off at your house at all? Our honest take on whether gutter guards are worth it in Tacoma walks through when they make sense and when a cleaning schedule is enough. For the fall picture, see our moss and needle season guide, and if you would rather someone else kept an eye on the top of the guard, add it to our gutter maintenance program.
Tell us what grows over your roof and we will show you how BroGuard handles it. Call (253) 777-1572
Frequently Asked Questions
Fine metal mesh guards do; coarse screens do not. Douglas fir and cedar needles slip straight through wide openings, which is why many Northwest homeowners are back on the ladder after paying for guards. BroGuard’s fine mesh is the guard we install for needle country.
BroGuard, a stainless steel micro-mesh guard, and it is the only guard we install. It is all metal, with nothing plastic or foam, and a Solutionist checks your gutters and trees before quoting it.
For most homes under trees, yes. Guards are especially recommended where tree coverage is heavy, which describes much of the South Sound. They cut the dangerous ladder work, keep water flowing and help prevent the fascia rot, siding damage and foundation problems that come from overflow.
Metal holds up. Plastic and foam products sag and break down, while metal mesh keeps its shape through years of rain. A stainless guard like BroGuard will not rust, sag or warp through wet Northwest winters.
They greatly reduce it. With the right guard, homeowners rarely need to do ladder work, and the trough stays clear. The top of the guard and the downspouts still benefit from an occasional check, especially under heavy fir and moss.
Clogged gutters overflow, and that water soaks the soil at the foundation, rots the fascia and roof edge, damages siding and erodes landscaping. Standing water in a clogged gutter can also breed mosquitoes. A guard keeps the trough clear so none of that starts. Call (253) 777-1572 for a free estimate.
Services
More Ways We Help South Sound Homeowners
Related services from the same local crews.
Aluminum and specialty gutters formed on-site to the exact length of your roofline. No factory seams, sized for South Sound rainfall.
Learn more Gutter CleaningFir and cedar needles, big-leaf maple seed and moss cleared by hand, downspouts flushed and tested.
Learn more Gutter RepairLeaking seams, sagging runs, loose hangers and rotted fascia, repaired the same visit when possible.
Learn more BroGuard Gutter GuardsFine metal mesh built for fir and cedar country. Stops needles and moss debris while 37 to 40 inches of rain a year flows through.
Learn more Maintenance ProgramScheduled cleanings before the needle drop and again after the wet season so your system never gets a season off.
Learn more Exterior SolutionsFascia board, underground drainage and under-deck systems that move water away from your foundation.
Learn moreHow it works
From first call to clean rooflines
- 1Call or book online
Tell us what is going on with your South Sound gutters. Same local team answers.
- 2On-site walkthrough
A Solutionist checks the roofline, downspouts and drainage and gives you a written estimate.
- 3The work gets done
Seamless runs formed in your driveway, cleaning and repairs finished the same visit when possible.
- 4Walkthrough and clean-up
We flush-test the system, show you the results and leave the property cleaner than we found it.
Why the Brothers
Why South Sound Homeowners Call the Brothers
Jamie and Zeke Edwards live here. When you call (253) 777-1572 you reach the local team that works in Tacoma every week.
Our truck carries the machine. Each run is extruded on-site to the exact length of your roofline, so there are no factory seams to leak in the wet season.
BroGuard fine metal mesh stops fir and cedar needles, maple seed and moss debris while heavy rain flows through. Nothing plastic on your roofline.
Cleanings before the needle drop, downspout flushing and repairs scheduled before the first atmospheric river, so your gutters are not the weak link in November.
Year-round
Your South Sound gutter calendar
What we are doing on South Sound rooflines each season, so your system is ready before the weather asks it to work.
- Fall · Sep to NovPre-rain cleaning
Fir and cedar needles, maple seed and moss cleared and downspouts flushed before the wet season starts.
- Winter · Nov to MarAtmospheric river response
Overflow, clog and moss calls prioritized ahead of forecast systems, plus emergency repair on loose runs.
- Spring · Apr to MaySpring clean-out and guards
Big-leaf maple seed and blossom cleared, and BroGuard fine mesh installed to stop the needle drop.
- Summer · Jun to AugInstall season
The dry window for new seamless runs, fascia repair and downspout upgrades before the rain returns.
The Work
Real Crews. Real South Sound Homes.
Reviews
What the South Sound Homeowners Say
“I had a great experience with The Brothers That Just Do Gutters on my Tacoma home. The crew were professional, communicative, and did outstanding work. The new gutters and gutter guards look great, everything was installed with attention to detail, and they left the job site spotless. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality work and great service.”
Posted on Google“I had the Brothers Gutters put new gutters on my 26×108 ft building. They not only gave me the best price but their customer service was outstanding. They were on time with the appointment and finished in 2 hours. I would highly recommend them when doing your gutter repair or primary install.”
Posted on Google“At the start, Zeke was willing to work with my schedule, and they were prompt and on time. They worked with me, giving me options on the locations and directions of the downspouts, explaining the pros and cons of each option. Their pricing was very competitive… I highly recommend their services, even if it is not the lowest price. You won’t regret it.”
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Tacoma communities we serve
Every community on this list is inside our service area and gets the same local crews, on-site seamless gutters and free written estimates. Cities with an arrow have their own local page. For anywhere else on the list, call (253) 777-1572 or request a free quote and a Solutionist will come out.
- Auburn
- Bonney Lake
- Browns Point
- Burien
- Des Moines
- Eastside
- Edgewood
- Federal Way
- Fife
- Fircrest
- Kent
- Lake Tapps
- Lakeland Hills
- Lea Hill
- Midland
- Milton
- Normandy Park
- North End
- Northeast Tacoma
- Pacific
- Puyallup
- Ruston
- South Hill
- South Tacoma
- Stadium District
- Sumner
- Tacoma
- University Place
- West End
- Fircrest
- Sumner
- Fife
- Milton
- Edgewood
- Burien
- Normandy Park
- Pacific
Free estimates
Ready for gutters that actually work in the South Sound?
Free, no-pressure estimates from local Solutionists. Seamless gutters formed at your home, cleaning and repair scheduled around you, and BroGuard protection that keeps you off the ladder.
The Brothers That Just Do Gutters · Tacoma · (253) 777-1572 · Serving Tacoma, WA and the South Sound
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