What Should You Do When Gutters Are Full of Standing Water?
Standing water in your gutters? Learn the common causes and fix them before damage starts.
Gutter Guards vs. Regular Cleaning: Which Option Actually Saves Pittsburgh Homeowners More Money?
Compare gutter guard costs with regular cleaning and see which option saves more over time. Get a free estimate today.
How Far Should a Downspout Extend from the Foundation and Why Does the Number Matter?
Learn how far downspouts should drain from your foundation and explore extension options to help prevent costly water damage.
Gutter Guards vs. Regular Cleaning: Which Option Actually Saves Pittsburgh Homeowners More Money?
Tired of yearly gutter cleaning costs? Compare expenses and long-term savings, then get a free quote.
Round vs. Rectangular Downspouts: Does the Shape Matter?
Does downspout shape matter? Compare round and rectangular styles for flow, durability, cost, and curb appeal.
How To Clean Your Gutters?
Gutters are a very important part of your home because they channel the water away from your roof and home’s foundation. To maintain their performance, you need to make sure your gutters are clean. At McClellands Contracting and Roofing, LLC, we are your local roofing professionals serving Pittsburgh and the surrounding areas of Pennsylvania. In […]
What Are Downspout Brackets? Complete Guide to Types and Installation
Downspout brackets—sometimes called downspout clips, downspout straps, or downspout mounting brackets—are devices that secure vertical downspouts to your home’s exterior walls. Their main purpose is keeping downspouts properly aligned with your gutters so rainwater directs safely away from your foundation. Though they may look insignificant, these brackets maintain the integrity of your entire gutter system. […]
How To Install Seamless Gutters: Complete 2026 Guide
Installing seamless gutters requires professional equipment and expertise—unlike sectional gutters you can buy at home improvement stores, seamless gutters must be custom-manufactured on-site using specialized gutter-forming machines that cost $15,000-40,000. Professional installers bring these machines to your property, create continuous gutter sections cut to your exact specifications, then mount them with proper slope (1/2 inch […]
How Much Do Box Gutters Cost?
We recently shared an article about box gutters, and after receiving calls and questions regarding the general cost of box gutter installation, we thought we’d follow up with this blog post! At McClellands Contracting and Roofing, LLC, we are here to answer all your queries. In today’s article, we will be discussing the general costs […]
How Much Does Gutter Cleaning Cost?
As a homeowner, you may already know about the importance of cleaning your rain gutters regularly. Not all homeowners are comfortable doing their roof and gutter cleaning and maintenance themselves, and it’s not a big problem. It is always better to call a professional for help than take unwanted risks. At McClellands Contracting and Roofing, […]