Homeowners comparing Leaf Filter, Leaf Guard, or other national franchises often discover those systems clog on cedar needles, fail inspections, or ignore Rainwise rebate requirements. Osprey Exterior fabricates seamless aluminum and steel gutters with marine-grade stainless mesh guards that keep stormwater flowing during our region’s heaviest rains.
Every installation is scoped alongside Rainwise rebate documentation and compliance audits so you can bundle rebates, drainage upgrades, and inspections in one project.
Interactive gutter comparison gallery
Select a location to see how our custom mesh guards outperform franchise filters in real Puget Sound neighborhoods.
Bring photos of your existing system to our consultation and we will recreate these side-by-side comparisons for your roofline.
Why custom mesh guards beat national leaf filters
- Fine stainless mesh: Blocks moss, needles, and fir cones without trapping water on the gutter edge.
- Aluminum frames: Fastened under shingles and to fascia for better uplift resistance.
- Rainwise-ready documentation: We capture slope measurements and outlet sizing so rebates stay on track.
- Serviceable design: Panels lift for maintenance without voiding warranties or damaging fascia boards.
Our guards are field-tested on Bellevue cul-de-sacs, Kirkland waterfront homes, and Redmond tech corridors where evergreen debris is relentless.
Seamless aluminum or steel?
Choose the gutter profile that fits your property goals and compliance requirements.
| Option | Best for | Durability | Rainwise benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| Seamless aluminum (5"/6") | Most Seattle craftsman and townhomes | 20+ years with quarterly maintenance | Lightweight for high-roof tie-ins and simple Rainwise downspout diverters. |
| Galvalume steel (6"/7") | Bellevue and Issaquah homes with tall fir trees | 30+ years with corrosion-resistant coatings | Handles high-volume roof areas feeding large cisterns. |
Integrating gutters with Rainwise cisterns and compliance audits
We design gutter systems with Rainwise rebate compliance in mind:
- Diverter placement: Redirects downspouts into cisterns while maintaining overflow paths to landscaping.
- Code documentation: Our compliance team photographs slopes, straps, and discharge points for inspection packets.
- Stormwater upgrades: Pair gutters with drainage improvements like French drains to protect foundations.
This integrated approach ensures Rainwise rebates, gutter upgrades, and inspection prep happen on a single schedule—one point of contact, one final walkthrough, and a faster path to reimbursement.
Gutter planning checklist
Check the boxes that match your priorities and share them with our estimator.
When to schedule your gutter upgrade
Our crews operate year-round, but we recommend booking:
- Late winter (Jan–Feb): Secure spring Rainwise installations before cistern inventory tightens.
- Early summer (Jun): Pair gutter replacements with Rainwise eligibility checks before fiscal-year reset.
- Fall (Sep): Combine with compliance inspections to close out renovations.
Ask about our maintenance plans and extended warranties to keep debris under control long after installation day.