Gutterglove (often searched as gutter glove) is a stainless steel micro-mesh gutter guard made by an American manufacturer that has produced the system since 2000. The confusing part buyers miss is that Gutterglove sells the same core mesh through several channels and brand names: a do-it-yourself kit at The Home Depot for roughly $2 to $4 per linear foot, a contractor line called LeafBlaster Pro, and full dealer installs through GutterglovePRO that often run $20 to $45 per linear foot. It is close to the same product at very different prices, so the smart move is choosing the channel, not just the brand.
What is Gutterglove (also spelled gutter glove)?
Gutterglove is a two-part gutter guard: a fine stainless steel micro-mesh screen sitting on a rigid powder-coated aluminum support frame. The mesh blocks leaves, pine needles, seed pods, and most shingle grit while letting rainwater pass through into the gutter. It sits over standard 5-inch and 6-inch K-style gutters and does not require a specific gutter brand.
The design goal is to keep debris on top of the guard, where wind and rain can carry it off, rather than inside the trough. Because the openings are measured in microns rather than the quarter-inch holes of a screen guard, Gutterglove stops far finer material than foam inserts, brush guards, or perforated aluminum screens. It is one of the original entries in the micro-mesh gutter guards category rather than a reverse-curve or surface-tension design.
Who makes Gutterglove, and where?
Gutterglove Inc. is a United States manufacturer based in California that has built micro-mesh gutter guards since 2000. The company both sells finished guards to homeowners and supplies the same technology to independent contractors and retail channels under different labels. That is why the name shows up in so many places at once.
Understanding the corporate structure explains the price spread. Gutterglove is the maker. GutterglovePRO is its network of installing dealers. LeafBlaster Pro is its contractor-facing product brand. The boxed kit at The Home Depot is labeled “Gutter Guard by Gutterglove.” All of them use the same stainless micro-mesh on an aluminum frame, so much of what separates a cheap kit from an expensive install is who puts it on your roof and what warranty rides along.
Gutterglove product lines: Pro, Ultra, IceBreaker, and LeafBlaster Pro
Gutterglove sells several tiers built on the same micro-mesh platform, differing mainly in support-frame density and add-ons like heat cable. The table below decodes the lineup so you can match a product to your debris load and channel.
| Product line | What it is | Sold through | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gutter Guard by Gutterglove (DIY kit) | The retail micro-mesh kit in 5-inch and 6-inch widths, sold in sections | The Home Depot, Amazon | Handy owners, single-story homes |
| Gutterglove Pro | The flagship dealer-installed residential guard | GutterglovePRO dealers | Most homes wanting a pro install and warranty |
| Gutterglove Ultra | Denser support structure for heavy debris and higher rainfall | GutterglovePRO dealers | Dense tree cover, heavy leaf volume |
| Gutterglove IceBreaker | The guard with an integrated channel for self-regulating heat cable | GutterglovePRO dealers | Snow-belt homes fighting ice dams |
| LeafBlaster Pro | The same micro-mesh sold to independent roofing and gutter contractors | Contractor supply channels | Homeowners hiring a local pro who stocks it |
The takeaway: Gutterglove Pro, Ultra, and LeafBlaster Pro share the stainless micro-mesh. If a contractor quotes LeafBlaster Pro, you are buying Gutterglove technology under its trade name.
How much does Gutterglove cost? DIY kit versus professional install
Gutterglove ranges from about $2 to $4 per linear foot for the do-it-yourself kit to roughly $20 to $45 per linear foot for a dealer-installed system. For a typical home with 150 to 200 linear feet of gutter, that means materials near $300 to $800 for a DIY job, or often $3,000 to $8,000 for a full professional install, depending on stories, roof pitch, and product tier.
| Buying path | Typical price | Who installs | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| DIY kit (Home Depot / Amazon) | ~$2 to $4 per ft, materials only | You | Cheapest path; warranty is materials-based |
| GutterglovePRO dealer install | ~$20 to $45 per ft installed | Certified dealer | Higher tiers and multi-story cost more |
| Local contractor (LeafBlaster Pro) | Varies by contractor bid | Independent pro | Get an itemized quote; same mesh |
For reference, LeafFilter, the most-advertised competitor, commonly runs about $17 to $33 per installed linear foot. Gutterglove dealer pricing lands in a similar band, which is why the real savings show up only if you go the DIY route. See our full gutter guard installation cost breakdown for how stories, pitch, and fascia work move the number.
Can you install Gutterglove yourself?
Yes. The retail “Gutter Guard by Gutterglove” kit is designed for DIY and is the main reason to consider the brand over install-only competitors like LeafFilter. A homeowner comfortable on a stable ladder can guard a single-story home in a weekend, and many report DIY totals under $400 for a mid-size house. Steep or multi-story roofs are where hiring a pro makes sense.
- Clean the gutters first. Remove all debris and flush the troughs. Installing over dirty gutters traps rot and defeats the guard.
- Confirm gutter width. Measure to buy the 5-inch or 6-inch kit. The wrong width leaves gaps at the edges.
- Cut sections to length. Trim the aluminum support with tin snips at corners and downspout outlets so pieces meet cleanly.
- Set the frame into the gutter. Seat the support so the mesh sits flat and pitches slightly toward the outer lip to shed debris.
- Secure and overlap. Fasten per the instructions and overlap adjoining sections so no gaps open at the seams.
If your roof is above one story or steeply pitched, the fall risk outweighs the savings. Our guide to installing gutter guards yourself covers ladder safety and the seam mistakes that cause most DIY leaks.
Gutterglove versus LeafFilter
Gutterglove and LeafFilter are both stainless micro-mesh guards, but they differ on frame material, buying channel, and price flexibility. Gutterglove uses a powder-coated aluminum support and sells both DIY and installed. LeafFilter uses a uPVC (vinyl) frame and is install-only through its own crews.
| Factor | Gutterglove | LeafFilter |
|---|---|---|
| Mesh | Stainless steel micro-mesh | Stainless steel micro-mesh |
| Frame | Powder-coated aluminum | uPVC (vinyl) |
| DIY option | Yes, retail kit | No, professional install only |
| Typical installed price | ~$20 to $45 per ft | ~$17 to $33 per ft |
| Warranty | Manufacturer warranty, dealer adds workmanship | Transferable lifetime no-clog |
The aluminum-versus-vinyl frame is the durability argument in Gutterglove’s favor: aluminum tends to hold shape better through hard freeze-thaw cycles, while vinyl can grow brittle in deep cold. The counterpoint is LeafFilter’s marketing reach and single-source lifetime warranty. For a full brand breakdown, read our LeafFilter review.
Does Gutterglove clog? Known problems
Gutterglove resists clogging inside the gutter, but the mesh surface can hold fine material in specific conditions. Shingle grit, pollen, tree pitch, and roof dirt can accumulate on top of the micro-mesh in shaded, low-slope, or heavily wooded settings, and that film can slow water flow until rain or a light brushing clears it.
This is a trait of all flat micro-mesh guards, not a defect unique to Gutterglove. The practical fixes are picking a denser tier like Ultra under heavy tree cover, keeping enough guard pitch for wind to self-clean, and an occasional hose-off in stubborn spots. Micro-mesh cuts gutter cleaning sharply but rarely eliminates it, a point covered in our honest take on whether the best gutter guards ever fully end maintenance.
Is Gutterglove worth it?
Gutterglove is worth it when the price matches the channel to your situation. The DIY kit at roughly $2 to $4 per foot is one of the strongest values in micro-mesh because you get the same stainless mesh a dealer charges many times more to install. A full dealer install is worth it mainly for multi-story homes, steep roofs, or buyers who want a hands-off job with a workmanship warranty.
Where it stops making sense is paying a premium install price without comparing quotes, since Gutterglove dealer pricing sits near LeafFilter and other pro-installed micro-mesh. In many cases the material performs similarly across the top micro-mesh brands, so the deciding factors are install quality, warranty terms, and price. Get more than one bid before signing.
Where to buy Gutterglove
Gutterglove is available through both retail and dealer channels, which is unusual for a premium micro-mesh brand. Your choice of channel sets both the price and the warranty structure.
- The Home Depot and Amazon: the DIY “Gutter Guard by Gutterglove” kit, the cheapest path and the one that carries the manufacturer materials warranty.
- GutterglovePRO dealers: certified local installers for Pro, Ultra, and IceBreaker, adding a workmanship warranty on the labor.
- Local contractors stocking LeafBlaster Pro: the same mesh installed by an independent gutter or roofing pro, priced by their own bid.
Frequently asked questions
Is Gutterglove the same as LeafFilter?
No. Both are stainless steel micro-mesh guards, but they are separate companies with different frames and channels. Gutterglove uses a powder-coated aluminum support and sells a DIY retail kit plus dealer installs. LeafFilter uses a uPVC vinyl frame and is professional-install only. The mesh technology is similar; the frame material, warranty, and buying options differ.
How much does Gutterglove cost?
Gutterglove runs about $2 to $4 per linear foot as a DIY kit for materials only, or roughly $20 to $45 per linear foot installed by a GutterglovePRO dealer. A 150 to 200 foot home is near $300 to $800 to do yourself, or often $3,000 to $8,000 professionally installed, depending on stories, pitch, and product tier.
Can you install Gutterglove yourself?
Yes. The retail “Gutter Guard by Gutterglove” kit is built for DIY, which is its main edge over install-only brands. Clean the gutters, buy the correct 5-inch or 6-inch width, cut the aluminum support to length, seat it with a slight outward pitch, and overlap the seams. DIY suits single-story homes; leave steep or multi-story roofs to a pro.
What is the difference between Gutterglove Pro and LeafBlaster Pro?
They share the same stainless micro-mesh. Gutterglove Pro is the flagship guard sold through GutterglovePRO dealers. LeafBlaster Pro is the same technology sold to independent contractors under Gutterglove’s contractor brand. If a local installer quotes LeafBlaster Pro, you are getting Gutterglove mesh under a different label.
Does Gutterglove clog?
Rarely inside the gutter, but the mesh surface can hold pollen, shingle grit, and roof dirt in shaded or low-slope areas, which may slow water until rain or a brushing clears it. This affects all flat micro-mesh guards. A denser tier like Ultra under heavy trees and adequate guard pitch reduce the buildup.
Does Gutterglove have a warranty?
Yes. The DIY kit carries a manufacturer materials warranty, and Gutterglove has advertised terms up to 40 years on its micro-mesh. Dealer installs through GutterglovePRO typically add a separate workmanship warranty on the labor. Warranty length and no-clog terms vary by product line and installer, so confirm the specifics in writing.
Reviewed by The Roofing Brief Team. Last reviewed July 2026.