Gutter Opportunities

Gutter Opportunities was born in 2008 as an outgrowth of Metal Roofing Magazine and is dedicated to the rain handling industry. It is published three times annually as a special section to Metal Roofing Magazine, with a complete guide to gutter products, marketing ideas and strategies for gutter businesses, as well as industry news, features and machinery tips.

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$102,300 in fines issued to roofer for hazards at three sites

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Jim Austin

From the Occupational Health and Safety website: OSHA has cited Martha M. Alvarez, a residential roofing contractor based in Houston, with six safety violations for failing to provide fall protection at three Wisconsin jobsites. OSHA’s inspections were conducted at two … Read more »

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Count on the pro: Gutterguard Pro

Posted on January 3, 2012 by Sharon Thatcher

Angled design, unique drip edge makes easy work of debris-free gutters GutterGuard PRO ™ gutter protection system is the answer to debris free gutters. Its angled design and unique built-in drip edge prevent the buildup of debris and leaves in … Read more »

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Great gutter upgrades from Hancock Enterprises

Posted on December 29, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

The M-Hook Gutter Hanger. Uniquely engineered to make gutter installations easier, faster, straighter and more secure. The M-Hook establishes a firm, fixed and unmovable bracket position for fastening, allowing installers the option of working with longer gutter lengths. A special … Read more »

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CleanMesh Gutter Guard

Posted on December 28, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

Fits 5″ and now 6″ gutters-5 year material warranty-works in heavy rain-will not clog-easy to install-stainless steel micro mesh-high strength aluminum panel www.CleanMesh.comPh: 800-874-0335 See adRequest information  

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Quality products all year round

Posted on December 22, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher
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As a professional builder, you need professional quality products and tools all year round. So even if you didn’t get what you wanted for Christmas, treat yourself, and your business, to quality products from these quality companies. View this issue of New Products for the Contractor FREE! Read more »

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ALI releases new ladder safety training module

Posted on December 14, 2011 by Jim Austin

The American Ladder Institute, the national trade association representing the North American ladder industry, released the Mobile Ladder Stands/Platforms safety training module. This module is the fourth in a series, joining multi-media training programs for step ladders, extension/single ladders and … Read more »

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Gateway Safety offers GirlzGear

Posted on December 13, 2011 by Jim Austin

Gateway Safety presents a new family of safety products tailored to fit women better. GirlzGear is a collection of some of the most trusted brands from Gateway Safety’s award-winning product lines in eye and head protection—with the look, size, and … Read more »

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Weatherguard Gutters thrives on being part of the community

Posted on December 6, 2011 by Jim Austin

By Mark Ward Sr. In January when Sam Kuris died in a forklift accident, he left behind a wife, three children and a distressed property the British Columbia family had purchased with the hope of renovating into their dream home. … Read more »

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Univ. of Texas study shows Galvalume preferred for domestic rainwater harvesting uses

Posted on November 14, 2011 by Jim Austin

By Jerry Heininger, environmental products coordinator, Englert Inc. For nearly a decade, the Texas Water Development Board has suggested a standing seam metal roof is the most suitable type of roofing material for collecting rainwater for indoor domestic use. But, … Read more »

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New Product: Gutterdome Rain gutter appliances

Posted on November 11, 2011 by Sharon Thatcher

GutterDome rain gutter appliances are constructed from the highest quality 6063 extruded aluminum tempered to T5 strength and coated with a clear anodizing process (anodic oxidation), creating a layer of oxide that protects and makes it immune to corrosion. This … Read more »

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