Gutter guards or Leaf Guards are gutter protection systems. They are generally designed to install on top of your existing or new rain gutter system. Their purpose is to stop leaves and other debris from building up inside your gutters. This eliminates the monotonous, and sometimes dangerous task, of getting up on your roof multiple times a year to clean out your blocked gutters. In addition, gutter guards extend the life of your guttering and downpipes. They also protect your home by preventing water from damaging your roof, siding, and foundation. Finally, they keep birds, possums, rodents, and bugs from being able to nest or breed in your gutters.