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…Two years ago, my neighbour had the Gutter Clean System installed by a local contractor…

Charles Robert,
Toronto, Canada


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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
Hangers (standard or screw-on)  
  • The large distance between hangers creates weak points in between.
  • Periodic upkeep is needed to keep eavestroughs in working order.
  • 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.
Galvanized steel spikes and ferrule  
  • 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.
  • 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.

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:


Other Products

Cover with horizontal slots

 
  • 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.
  • Protects against leaves and debris, eliminating the need for periodic upkeep
  • Sits on top of the eavestrough. No contact with the roof
Vinyl sponge  
  • Debris gets into the sponge where it is caught and cannot drain out. It becomes a breeding ground.
  • 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.
Vinyl mesh  
  • 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.
  • 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
Eavestrough covers  
  • 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.
  • 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.
Metal mesh  
  • 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.
  • 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.