Expert Gutter Installation in Des Moines, IA
Des Moines has plenty of maple, oak, and cottonwood trees, and most of the year’s rain falls in spring and early summer. Our local crew in Grimes has protected more than 17,700 homes. We install new gutters with the option to add our LeafFilter® gutter guard on top. Our guards are backed by a limited lifetime transferable warranty.
Local Pros
Office location
3060 SE Grimes Boulevard Suite 100-300
Grimes, IA 50111
Hours
Monday – Friday: 6:00 AM – 9:00 PM (CT)
Saturday – Sunday: 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM (CT)
Our local track record
- 650 Miles of gutters installed across Central Iowa
- 17,739 Central Iowa homes protected
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Serving Greater Des Moines
Why Choose Us
Why Central Iowa Homeowners Call Our Grimes Crew
Our Grimes crew has protected more than 17,700 homes and installed more than 650 miles of gutter across Des Moines, Urbandale, West Des Moines, and Ankeny. On each visit, we check the fascia, measure the runs, and plan the downspouts.
LeafFilter is a low-profile micromesh screen made from surgical-grade stainless steel and installed at an angle. It is designed to fit most gutters, including K-style, fascia, U-style and custom box-style, so new gutters are not always needed. Locally trained installation professionals install it, and it is backed by a limited lifetime transferable warranty.
Central Iowa Storms and What They Mean for Gutters
Des Moines gets about three feet of rain a year, and much of it falls in spring and early summer thunderstorms. A heavy storm sends a lot of water into the gutter at once. Hot, humid summers can also dry out old sealant at the seams.
Our install is built for that. We size the downspouts for your roof and set the pitch so water drains. We add extensions to move water away from the foundation, and we fasten hangers into solid fascia.
Seamless Gutter installation includes:
Custom-pitched runs
Sized for your specific roofline and Des Moines rainfall volume.
Premium aluminum
0.032-inch heavy-gauge with a durable protective coating.
Hidden structural hangers
Anchored into the fascia to hold shape through every season.
Professional Installation
Our local team in Des Moines handles installation.
LeafFilter’s Gutter Guard system includes:
275-micron micro-mesh
A 3-piece system made from surgical-grade stainless steel.
Installs on existing gutters
Installs directly on your existing gutters, so replacing them is not always necessary.
No-clog warranty
Backed by a limited lifetime, transferable no-clog warranty.
Common issues in Des Moines
Leaves and Seeds Clog Gutters
Maple seeds in spring, cottonwood fluff in early summer, and oak leaves in fall clog open gutters here. Water then spills over instead of reaching the downspout.
Overflow in Summer Storms
Iowa thunderstorms can drop more rain than a clogged or undersized gutter can handle. The water spills over and can pool near the foundation, causing expensive water damage.
Slow Drainage in Cold Months
Wet fall leaves can sit in the gutter through the cold, wet months. Standing water then backs up and can leak at seams and low spots.
Pests and Trapped Moisture
Damp debris in an open gutter can draw insects and nesting birds. Moisture held against the fascia can lead to wood rot over time.
Why Gutter Guards
Why a Guard Belongs on New Des Moines Gutters
New gutters can still clog. Des Moines trees drop seeds, fluff, and leaves from spring through fall, and that debris collects in an open gutter. Once it blocks the outlet, water backs up and overflows.
LeafFilter is engineered to prevent common debris from entering gutters. It is installed at an angle which can help shed debris while accepting water. The gutters then carry that water to the downspouts.
Book an appointment with a local LeafFilter® pro.
Get a free home gutter inspection, explore colors, accessories, and gutter options, and receive a personalized quote that’s valid for a full year.
- Home inspection
- Limited lifetime warranty
- Serving Des Moines homeowners
One or two cleanings a year often do not keep up in Des Moines. Maple seeds come down in spring, cottonwood fluff in early summer, and oak and maple leaves in fall. Gutters can clog again a few weeks after a cleaning.
Our micromesh guard helps keep that debris out of the gutter while letting water through. It is engineered to significantly reduce gutter maintenance, so you make fewer trips up the ladder.
Less Gutter Upkeep Across Iowa’s Seasons
How LeafFilter® Works
Inspect and prepare your gutters
Our team inspects your existing gutter system and removes built-up debris before installation.
Reinforce and align gutters
We reinforce your existing gutters and check alignment to help improve drainage performance.
Install the micromesh system
LeafFilter® uses a stainless steel micromesh designed to filter common debris while allowing water to flow through.
Help protect your home year-round
The system is designed to help reduce gutter clogs caused by leaves, debris, and seasonal buildup.
When Repairs Stop Making Sense for Your Gutters
Repairs can buy time for a sound gutter. When the same run keeps leaking, sagging, or pulling away from the fascia, replacing it is often the better choice.
Sagging gutters
Overflowing gutters can wash away soil and mulch, damage plants and driveways, and weaken your curb appeal.
Soffit and fascia rot
Backed-up water can seep into fascia boards and soffits, causing wood rot and weakening the roofline over time.
Foundation flooding
When gutters overflow, water pools around your home’s base, and can lead to basement leaks, cracks, and costly structural damage.
Reviews From Homeowners Around Des Moines
Home improvement should feel straightforward. See why we have over 85,000 5 Star Reviews.
Good sales experience, good installation experience, gutter guards working as promised so far. I have pine/fir trees and needles have always clogged my gutters, requiring me to clean them monthly. The gutter guards haven’t clogged and shed the needles nicely.
Adam
Des Moines, IA
From my initial phone call to the filters being fully installed was a matter of 3 days. Everyone I dealt with was polite, professional, and efficient. Excellent experience with this company.
Rebecca
Des Moines, IA
I have been thinking about Leaf filter for years. So glad I decided this was the year. From the introduction with Shawn to the completion of the project. All was great.
Bonnie
Des Moines, IA
Gutter installation done right
A careful install starts with measuring each run. We set the pitch so water drains and fasten solid hangers into the fascia. We place the downspouts to carry water away from the house, and we clean up before we leave.
Want to see what your home needs? Schedule a free in-home estimate with our Grimes crew today.
Serving Des Moines, Polk County, and Central Iowa
LeafFilter® protects more than 17,739 homes across Central Iowa, serving Polk County and nearby areas including:
Communities served
- Des Moines1,936 homes
- Urbandale501 homes
- West Des Moines499 homes
- Ankeny457 homes
- Ames415 homes
- Boone265 homes
- Fort Dodge244 homes
- Indianola242 homes
- Newton242 homes
- Marshalltown225 homes
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Common Questions
Gutter Installation Questions From Des Moines
How do I know my gutters need replacing, not just repair?
A loose hanger or one leaking seam can often be repaired. If leaks keep coming back, the run sags in several places, or the gutters pull away from the fascia, a new gutter install is often the better fix. We can check this during your visit.
Will LeafFilter cut down on gutter cleaning in Des Moines?
Yes. Des Moines gutters take maple seeds in spring, cottonwood fluff in early summer, and oak and maple leaves in fall. LeafFilter is engineered to help prevent common debris from entering gutters, and it comes with a no-clog guarantee. Some debris can sit on the screen until wind and rain may eventually shed it.
Can LeafFilter go on with new gutters?
Yes. When we install new gutters, we use seamless gutters and we can add our LeafFilter guard on top, so you get a complete gutter system. Our gutter guards can also be installed on existing gutters in good shape, so replacement is not always necessary.
LeafFilter’s Gutter Services in Des Moines
To learn more, visit our specialized services below to learn more about protecting your home with LeafFilter’s industry-leading gutter solutions.
Gutter Installation
Our Grimes crew measures and installs seamless gutters, sets the pitch so water drains, and places downspouts to carry water away.
Explore installation Protecting Des MoinesGutter Guards
Our surgical-grade stainless steel micromesh guard is engineered to prevent common debris from entering gutters and designed to fit most gutters.
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Protect your Iowa home from clogged gutters
Schedule a free gutter inspection with LeafFilter® and learn how our professionally installed system can help reduce gutter clogs caused by leaves, debris, and seasonal buildup.
Proudly serving homeowners in Des Moines, Iowa.