There's a lot to learn to make an educated decision about a gutter guard, including getting through all the nonsense you, the homeowner, might hear from our competitor's dealers. We think there's a lot to be learned from the guy that invented it all--Alex Higginbotham, the Father of Micro Mesh Gutter Guards.
What he has to say speaks volumes on the topic more realistically than what any local salesperson possibly can.
The Snow Test: Is MasterShield Strong?
Some of our competitors like to say MasterShield is flimsy just to convince a homeowner not to pay attention to the flaws in their own product. Here's a test with a 20 pound dumbbell to put that argument to bed.
MasterShield Test: Oil, Honey & Syrup
Oil and other organics need to be able to self clean through a gutter guard that filters rainwater. In this test, you'll see how fast MasterShield can rid itself from these elements that can reek havoc on other systems.
Consumer Magazine Reports on Gutter Guards
We often get asked why MasterShield wasn't included in the Consumer Testing Magazine's Report on gutter guards. We've actually asked them directly (since the technology they did test was a decade old or older), but haven't gotten any conclusive answers. But Alex Higginbotham, whose technology took the top positions in both the Dealer Installed and DIY categories, gives some thought to topic here.
The Best Gutter Guard in the World
A short video to see MasterShield in action. You'll be able to see the filter taking water, then we'll bring you under the system to see the volumes of water it can handle. Most importantly, this filtered water is directed away from your home, clear of all debris.