What is the difference between gutter guards and leaf guards?
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Gutter guards block debris from entering gutters, while leaf guards specifically target leaves.
Leaf guards are a type of gutter guard, but gutter guards can also protect against pine needles, shingle grit, and other debris.
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Gutter guards is a broader term, encompassing various systems that prevent debris from clogging gutters, including mesh screens, foam inserts, and reverse-curve designs. Leaf guards, on the other hand, are often a type of gutter guard specifically designed to block larger debris like leaves and branches.
Think of it this way: all leaf guards work as gutter guards, but not all gutter guards are specifically designed as leaf guards.
Also, the term leaf guard can refer to any screen that blocks leaves, or it could simply be referring to the LeafGuard® brand.
If you’re dealing with more than just leaves like pine needles, small debris, or even ice dams then you should look into getting a really good gutter guard that offers more than just basic leaf protection.
Gutter guards are any systems that keep debris out of gutters, while leaf guards are a type of gutter guard designed mainly to block leaves and larger debris.