Fixing gutter hedgehog

[Robert Clark]

Hi Guys

 

I am retro fitting gutter hedgehog on our house refurb.

we have deep flow gutter.

In places the hedgehog looks raised up, so I’m wondering if it needs fixing somehow.

 

Ive found some gutter brush fixings on Amazon but they all say ‘not suitable for deep flow guttering’

https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B00FOTN35Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_CF6ZB4JTYPC7153FS3GE

 

 

Do I really need to fix it?

 

If so what should I use ?

 

Thanks 

[Oz07]

Have you bought the hedgehog? I prefer the grids which go on top

[markc]

Grids or hedgehogs depends on what the problem is in your area. Both keep out leaves and mortar etc. but if there is a lot of airborne dust then hedgehogs tend to collect this and prevent it being washed along the gutter.

Ideally hedgehogs sit quite high to allow wind to clear dried leaves etc.

[SiBee]

I had new square line gutters fitted to our house and asked the guys to fit  gutter hedgehog brush as we always had issues with debris in the gutters.

No special fixings used and they can be seen slightly proud of the gutter edge.

After a couple a years we started getting overflow after heavy downpours. on  inspection, the hedgehog brush was solid with moss and stuff growing in it!!! it looked like any silt fall out gathered rathered than washing away and this created a lovely growing matter for all things weedy. A length of clogged up gutter brush has some weight in it which does cause me some concern. I didnt count on a regular cleaning regime, I just presumed fit and forget and no more leaf build up. I hate heights and working up ladders.

Before fitting the gutter brush I never had a problem with the gutters overflowing like a water fall. Would I fit them again? probably not and especially if I have to clean them anyway.

[Roundtuit]

I fitted hedgehogs in some 125mm galvanised guttering and fixed with a bit of galvanised wire right around the gutter. As @SiBee  -not impressed; took them all out.  I think it's easier to clean your gutters out every now and then.

[Oz07]

The grids are better as leaves will blow off the top as opposed to get clogged in.

[PeterW]

Doesn’t it depend on the leaves as oak leaves seem to sit flat on the grids and form a waterproof lid around here. 

[CC45]

I'd take the hedge hogs back.  We fitted them but now glad to see the back of them.  Everything just clings to them. Nice idea but doesn't work in practice.

[Oz07]

  On 16/06/2021 at 17:21, PeterW said:

Doesn’t it depend on the leaves as oak leaves seem to sit flat on the grids and form a waterproof lid around here. 

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I backed onto a woodland in my old place. Literally massive trees just at back of me. Big London plane like 7m from house. They have big leaves and I never had a problem with grids. It's always dry enough one day for them to blow off. 

[Ian]

We’ve got a house which is surrounded by mature oak and sycamore trees. I first tried the flat type grids and the wet leafs just sat on top and blocked the whole thing off. I then switched to hedgehogs and they’re much better.

[Stones]

  On 16/06/2021 at 19:43, Ian said:

We’ve got a house which is surrounded by mature oak and sycamore trees. I first tried the flat type grids and the wet leafs just sat on top and blocked the whole thing off. I then switched to hedgehogs and they’re much better.

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Exactly my experience at our old house.  Hedgehogs worked flawlessly and kept all the gutters clear and free flowing. Didn't need to secure as the slate overhang ensured they stayed in place.

[WWilts]

Hedgehogs working fine here despite overhanging trees.

Held in place by cable ties, similar to these:

https://www.toolstation.com/cable-tie-black/p28946

[SiBee]

  On 16/06/2021 at 22:34, WWilts said:

Hedgehogs working fine here despite overhanging trees.

Held in place by cable ties, similar to these:

https://www.toolstation.com/cable-tie-black/p28946

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Problem with this though is that the cable ties are not UV stable. In strong sun they will rapidly turn brittle so may not "hold" in place

[Ferdinand]

I have found hedgehog fine, and have used the Hedgehog clips where necessary.

 

These:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Hedgehog-Gutter-Clips-Keeps-Brush/dp/B00FOTN35Q

 

The only recent problem was that it needed so little attention that a clump of grass rooted in it. Sorted by glyphosate.