A Broken Promise
Marketing claims just don’t hold up
🛠️ MasterShield Case Study: Replacing a Failing LeafFilter System with a Precision MasterShield Install
đź“Ť Location:
North Seattle – Woodland Park Neighborhood
🏠Home Type:
Two-story Craftsman with steep-pitch roof, surrounded by mature fir and cedar trees
⚠️ The Problem:
This homeowner had already invested in gutter protection—but unfortunately, it was the wrong system: LeafFilter.
Within the first year, it started to show signs of failure:
- Flat install created a shelf that collected fir needles and moss
- Debris mats formed on top, forcing water to overshoot the gutters
- Gutters backed up, overflowed during heavy rain, and started rotting the fascia
- Cleaning the guards became a seasonal chore—exactly what they were supposed to prevent
After multiple service calls and a warranty response that offered little more than “clean it yourself,” the homeowner called MossEaters.
đź’ˇ The Solution:
We started with a full tear-off of the LeafFilter system, carefully removing the old material without damaging the existing gutters or roofline.
Then we installed MasterShield, using our custom-tailored install approach designed specifically for Seattle’s unique weather and debris conditions.
🔧 Installation Details:
- Complete LeafFilter Removal: We uninstalled the failing guard system and cleaned the gutters by hand to start fresh.
- Pitch-Matched Installation: MasterShield was installed to follow the roof’s slope—not flat—so debris slides off instead of piling up.
- Copper-Infused Micromesh: Helps actively resist moss, algae, and sap—critical under the property’s constant tree cover.
- Waterflow Optimization: Custom-fit diverters at roof valleys ensured heavy rain gets captured, not bypassed.
- Fascia Protection: Any signs of water damage were addressed, sealed, and reinforced before the new guard install began.
âś… The Results:
- No more overflowing water during storms
- No debris buildup—even during fall needle drops
- Gutters are clean and flowing freely with zero maintenance required
- A cleaner, sharper-looking gutter line that doesn’t trap junk
- Homeowner gained peace of mind—and got back weekends that used to be spent on ladders
đź’¬ Customer Quote:
“LeafFilter didn’t just fail—it made the problem worse. MossEaters came in, cleaned up the mess, and gave me a system that actually works. I only wish I had called them first.”
đź’Ş The MossEaters Difference:
We don’t do band-aid fixes. We deliver permanent solutions that work for Seattle homes. If your current gutter guards are failing—or weren’t built for this climate to begin with—MasterShield is the upgrade you’ve been waiting for.
Tired of cleaning gutter guards that were supposed to be maintenance-free?
Let’s replace them with a system that’s built to last. Backed by a lifetime no-clog warranty, and installed by the most detail-obsessed crew in the region.
đź“ž Call (206) 531-7800 or hit the button below to schedule your free consultation.
MossEaters. Get it done right—once.