I’ve got the same issue with the granules—no matter what I’ve tried, some always seem to sneak through. My place came with those plastic guards already in the gutters, and after the first big storm, there was still a layer of grit at the bottom. I even tried doubling up with a finer mesh, but then water started overflowing during heavy rain because it just couldn’t drain fast enough. It’s probably just something you have to live with if you’ve got asphalt shingles...unless someone out there’s cracked it?
- Same deal here—those granules just find a way in, no matter what.
- Tried the micro-mesh too, but yeah, it clogged up fast during heavy rain.
- I’ve noticed the grit is worse right after a new roof install or repairs—seems to taper off over time.
- Honestly, I just clean the gutters out a couple times a year and call it good.
- Haven’t seen a perfect fix yet...maybe it’s just part of owning an asphalt roof.
I get the temptation to just clean the gutters and move on, but I actually found that adding a cheap leaf guard (not the micro-mesh, just the basic plastic kind) helped a bit with the granule buildup. It doesn’t keep everything out, but it slows it down enough that I’m not scooping out sludge every time. Maybe it’s just my area (lots of pine needles, not much heavy rain), but it’s made the job less gross. I do wonder if all that grit in the gutters is a sign the shingles are wearing faster than they should, though... anyone else notice that?
That grit in the gutters always gets my attention too. First time I noticed it, I freaked out thinking my roof was falling apart. Turns out, a little granule loss is normal, especially after a new roof or a big storm. But if you’re seeing a lot every season, it could mean the shingles are aging faster than usual. I had an old asphalt roof that started dumping granules like crazy around year 15, and sure enough, leaks followed soon after. Those leaf guards help with the mess, but they won’t slow down shingle wear if that’s what’s happening. Pine needles are a pain, though… they seem to find their way through anything.
- Granules in the gutters are a classic sign—agree, some is normal after storms or new install, but heavy loss year after year isn’t good.
- Once you see bald spots on the shingles or piles of grit in the downspouts, that’s usually when leaks aren’t far behind.
- Seen folks ignore it and end up with rotten decking... way pricier fix than just swapping out shingles early.
- Pine needles are relentless. Even with leaf guards, I’ve had to clear them off by hand—otherwise they trap moisture and speed up shingle wear.
- Quick tip: If you’re in a storm-prone area, check for granule loss right after hail or heavy wind. Sometimes damage isn’t obvious from the ground.
