RAPTOR GUTTER GUARD – 48 FT. (Nominal) Contractor Grade Stainless Steel Micro-Mesh Gutter Guard Kit with Screws Included. Fits 5 in. Gutters and Smaller. DIY-Friendly. (5.625 in. x 47.625 in.)

I did a lot of research and also compared pricing for having gutter guards installed. I no longer find climbing a ladder to clean gutters as fun as I used to. The Raptor Gutter Guard product looked like something I could do myself as a one last time tribute to the ladder climb. I needed 49' and the description says 48' "nominal". Just so you know "nominal" means something short of 48'. I had a few 6" pieced from the sample kit and thought I could use them to get my extra foot. Nope. The good news is that the customer support is amazing. Yes amazing. I spoke with Donna, had a lovely conversation and ordered one more 4' guard. It shipped out quickly and I got it in time to install before the next big storm. I already see little leaves and pine needles on top vs. in the gutter. If you register your product, you can get the gutter brush for the cost of shipping. I plan on using it to sweep off the gutter guard top if/when necessary, from the safety of two feet on the ground. The real test will be this fall when the leaves fall, but I have a feeling that these are going to work really well. They were really easy to install. I use the tin snips just fine to cut. You can't cut it all at once, just a small snip at a time. I also measured and predrilled the holes in the gutter guard, so the self-tapping screws only had to self-tap the gutter. I used both Option 1 and 2 as I had two different types of roofs. One shingle and one metal. You can see from my photo that I bent the guard up vs. down. If fits smugly under the metal roof overhand. I bent the mesh against a ruler vs. the method described in Option 2. It worked fine. You really need to wear gloves as suggested. I forgot to put them back on once and sure enough I was reminded why they are listed under the "recommended tools". All in all, a great product, easy to install, and great support.

I really like the quality of these gutter guards, And they are easy to install. Getting Amazon to deliver them could be troublesome, My order was changed 2 times, then I was told they were delivered! And when I contacted Amazon, they told me to wait a few days to ensure that attack neighbor didn't receive them, I waited, Nothing! To include, there wS No picture to show my place of delivery. I contacted Amazon again, and they this time delivered as supposed. But still 2 days!

The Pros: The Raptor gutter gaurds are easy to install. They do handle torential amounts or rain without any overflow. The instructions provided give all the information necessary for installation. The Cons: As others have mentioned the packaging leaves a little to be desired. The mesh ends get bent and require straightening before using or you will not get the overlap necessary on installation. Some of the Aluminum attach strips get bent in shipping also. Those problems can be resolved with a little extra time and patience. What really was upsetting was if you follow the instructions there were not enough screws in the kit. The instructrions say to attach each section with 3 screws to the fascia and 3 screws to the gutter. There are twelve sections to a box so with six screws per section at the least there should be 72 screws. The kits I received came with 43 screws. Not enough to do 4 screws per section yet alone the 6 as the instruction state. Luckily I ordered an extra kit and was able to complete the installation. Besides that they work great and are worth the money spent. Even if you have to buy extra screws.

Tired of endless gutter cleaning? Discover the ease of Raptor gutter guard installation. This product arrives with all the essentials: instructions, the guards themselves, and screws. While the included instructions are helpful, a quick online search for video demonstrations will make the installation easier. Before you begin, gather your essentials: work gloves (for handling the sharp wire), an electric drill with the right bit, a measuring tape, and a permanent marker. A quick measurement check is key, as many homes, like mine, have varied gutter sizes. The installation process is remarkably straightforward. Even as an older adult, I found it simple to complete on my own. The overlapping panels and easy-to-use screws make securing them to your existing gutters a breeze. Living amidst pine trees, I can attest to the exceptional performance of the mesh, which beautifully prevents debris from entering the gutters. While debris may settle on the mesh, a gutter cleaning tool with a debris brush makes maintenance a snap. For hassle-free installation and unparalleled protection, especially in pine-heavy environments, these gutter guards are an absolute must-have.

Great quality gutter guards. Very easy to install and waaaaaay cheaper than contracting someone in to do it for you. As long as you are okay on ladders you can do it. 48ft quoted and 48ft is what I got 👍. I am ordering more for the front of the house. Highly recommended 👍😁

Very expensive for sample pack

i installed in 2 locations & is working well. Prevents shingle granules from clogging gutters. An inverted sweep brush allows easy cleaning from ground.

I ordered two boxes (96') of the 5" raptor gutter guards to try out before committing to do all of the gutters. They arrived in good condition, came with installation instructions and more than enough screws. Installation was pretty straight forward as far as the steps required, but working aloft and getting the rear edge of the guard under the shingles and at the back of the gutter against the fascia was a little more challenging, but not something that the average DIY'er couldn't do. You don't need a vise and two straight edges to fold the guard as it says in the instructions, just use any straight 5' surface like a table or work bench to fold the fascia facing end over to almost 90°. I used our 4' brick sill around the perimeter of the house, it was perfect no measurement required. See photos. Although they tell you to wear gloves, probably because of liability, I found it more useful to just use bare hands carefully. The gloves would get caught and became cumbersome. The cut mesh is the thing to be most careful of. I would've given the gutter guards 5 stars, but for the cost. I can't believe that the raptor gutter guards, as well as the other recommended brands out there, cost a great deal to make. I guess they can charge alot because in the end the cost of going up and down a ladder twice a year and the risk associated with it, which gets worse as you age, ultimately costs more. I still think the margin is too high. I've included a photo of an installed section and it's already doing the job. I've ordered another 4 boxes to finish the job. Overall I would recommend this product due to its relative ease of installation and lower cost compared to the more expensive options like Waterlock and Leaf Filter.

I just installed these guards on my entire house, it was an easy job and knowing I'll never have to climb up and empty out my gutters again was worth the time and money. I installed them on my shed a year ago as a test, and they passed with flying colors.