Fixa-Tech® Eavestrough Fastening System
The Fixa-Tech continuous eavestrough fastening system is an innovative patented product that's truly one-of-a-kind. No other eavestrough fastening system is as strong and durable.
Available through contractors, Fixa-Tech is prized by homeowners more than any other system. Here's why:
| Other Fastening Systems |
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| Hangers (standard or screw-on) |
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- The large distance between hangers creates weak points in between.
- Periodic upkeep is needed to keep eavestroughs in working order.
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- Thanks to its design, Fixa-Tech provides incomparable strength across the entire length of the eavestrough. No weak points.
- Protects against leaves and debris, eliminating the need for periodic upkeep.
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| Galvanized steel spikes and ferrule |
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- Freezing and thawing loosens the spikes from the fascia board, weakening the eavestrough and allowing water to reach the fascia board.
- The large distance between spikes creates weak points in between.
- Spikeheads are visible on the front of the eavestrough.
- Periodic upkeep is needed to keep the eavestrough in working order.
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- Fixa-Tech fastens the eavestrough to the fascia board using a galvanized screw featuring a watertight seal that blocks water from penetrating the fascia board.
- Thanks to its design, Fixa-Tech provides incomparable strength across the entire length of the eavestrough. No weak points.
- Doesn’t change the look of your eavestrough.
- Protects against leaves and debris, eliminating the need for periodic upkeep.
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Gutter Clean System® Leaf Guard
The Gutter Clean System is an innovative patented eavestrough protection system that’s truly one-of-a-kind. Its efficient, state-of-the-art design keeps periodic upkeep to a minimum.
Available through contractors, the Gutter Clean System is prized by homeowners more than any other product of its kind on the market. Here’s why:
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Cover with horizontal slots |
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- Debris getting in through the horizontal slots is caught and cannot drain out. It becomes a breeding ground.
- Generally, this product is screwed or nailed to the roof, which increases the risks of leaks.
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- Protects against leaves and debris, eliminating the need for periodic upkeep
- Sits on top of the eavestrough. No contact with the roof
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| Vinyl sponge |
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- Debris gets into the sponge where it is caught and cannot drain out. It becomes a breeding ground.
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- Drains up to 29,7 in. (755 mm) of water an hour, or over 20 times the average amount that falls in a rain shower.
- Protects against leaves and debris, eliminating the need for periodic upkeep.
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| Vinyl mesh |
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- Squirrels and birds can break the mesh and build a nest in the eavestrough.
- The mesh is not very strong and bends under snow and ice.
- Harsh Canadian weather will sooner or later compromise the material’s integrity.
- Mesh openings are too big: leaves and debris still manage to get into the eavestrough.
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- Made of aluminum guaranteed for 25 years: the material is rust-proof, will not bend under snow or ice, and keeps out squirrels and birds.
- Protects against leaves and debris, eliminating the need for periodic upkeep
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| Eavestrough covers |
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- Alters the house’s appearance.
- Generally, this product is screwed or nailed to the roof, which increases the risks of leaks.
- Water can flow over the eavestrough in heavy rainfall.
- Squirrels and birds can break vinyl eavestrough covers and build a nest inside.
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- In no way alters the look of your eavestroughs or home.
- Sits on top of the eavestrough. No contact with the roof.
- Provides true protection against leaves and debris, eliminating the need for periodic upkeep.
- Drains up to 29,7 in. (755 mm) of water an hour, or over 20 times the average amount that falls in a rain shower.
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| Metal mesh |
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- Mesh openings are too big: leaves and debris still manage to get into the eavestrough.
- The mesh is not very strong and can bend under snow and ice.
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- Made of aluminum that's guaranteed for 25 years: the material is rust-proof, will not bend under snow or ice, and keeps out squirrels and birds.
- Protects against leaves and debris, eliminating the need for periodic upkeep.
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