Guardian Roofing Blog

Welcome to our blog! We have started this roofing blog to provide local Puget Sound homeowners with usual roofing
and home maintenance tips for their homes! Be sure to check back frequently to check out the new blog posts!

Guardian Roofing & Gutters’ Halo Project Roof Giveaway Enters Its Fourth Year!

About The Guardian Halo Project Guardian Roofing & Gutters believes it’s incredibly important to give back and take care of our community. After all, to whom much is given, much should be expected, and Guardian Roofing & Gutters has been given so much in the form of their team and their clients. That is why […]

Guardian Roofing & Gutters Press Release

In alignment with taking time to highlight women and their impact on the world for March’s National Women’s History Month and Women in Construction Week, Guardian Roofing and Gutters has big news to share. Lori Swanson, a second-generation roofer and business owner, founded Guardian Roofing in 2005 with her husband , Matt Swanson. Prior to […]

Reasons You Shouldn’t Clean Your Gutters Yourself

When the leaves are changing into their autumn beauty, it’s time for some home projects. And, before you know it, it will look like the trees are dropping leaves by the ton. Those leaves need to be picked up so they don’t damage the grass underneath. Your lawn is making its last ditch effort to […]

Why Gutters Are Essential in the Northwest

The Pacific Northwest gets TONS of rain, so gutters are essential for almost every home. Gutters play an important role in your entire roofing system. That’s why gutter inspections and cleanings are a routine part of our roof maintenance program. And if you’re looking to replace or install a brand new gutter system, we’re equipped […]

Top 5 Ways to Get More Years Out of Your Roof! 

Having a home is a big investment that you want to take care of so it will last. A Big part of protecting your home is protecting the roof.   Your roof is vital to having a comfortable safe place to live. To protect a homeowner or business owner’s investment, the National Roofing Contractors association […]

Does Your Roof Actually Need Gutters?

Like many homeowners, you may have wondered what gutters are for and if they are even necessary. After all, they do seem to have some problems. They sometimes clog and may house nesting birds. They also can only handle a limited volume of water, which in the Seattle area can be a problem. They may […]

How Can Gutters Help During Heavy Rain Season?

In the Pacific Northwest, we get some very wet weather throughout Portland and Seattle. Sometimes, this means blowing rain and snow; other times, it means very heavy downpours. This means having high-quality, efficient rain gutters on your home is essential. How Do Gutters Work? The purpose of rain gutters is to direct the rainwater down […]

Guardian Metal Roofing: Seattle and the Pacific Northwest

The original version of this article appears on the Classic Metal Roofing website » Matt and Lori Swanson are well-versed in the challenges metal roofing faces in the Pacific Northwest. Guardian Home is a local, family-owned business proudly serving the Seattle area for 16 years now.  “We have a great understanding of a roof system […]

Top 5 Signs You Need New Gutters With Gutter Guards

Gutters were created specifically for a continuously wet environment like the Pacific Northwest in Portland and Seattle.  The function of gutters is to guide rainwater off the roof and drain it away from the foundation of your home. By removing the water and channeling it fat away prevents damage to your home and your landscaping. […]