BAY CITY, WI – August 14, 2026 – PRESSADVANTAGE –

Bruce Andrews Seamless Gutters and Roofing is drawing attention to the Valley Kicker™, a product developed by company owner Bruce Andrews to address water flow challenges in roof valleys. The device, manufactured through Bay City Supplies, redirects concentrated rainwater from steep roof valleys toward downspouts, helping reduce overflow in standard 5-inch K-style gutter systems.

Roof valleys, where two roof planes meet, channel large volumes of water during rainfall. In regions such as Minnesota and western Wisconsin, heavy downpours and seasonal storms can overwhelm gutters at these points, leading to spills over the front lip or backups that affect fascia and surrounding areas. The Valley Kicker™ was created to manage this issue based on more than 25 years of field experience with gutter installations.

The product features a patented catch-and-curl design that sits inside the gutter under the valley and accelerates water toward the nearest downspout before it reaches the bottom of the channel. Constructed from UV-resistant polypropylene, it is available in white or black and in left- or right-directed models. Installation involves basic tools and secures to the front lip of the gutter with provided screws. It can function independently or alongside existing splash guards and remains compatible with most gutter leaf protection systems.

Bruce Andrews, owner, stated, “Roof valleys have long presented a specific challenge for gutter performance in climates with variable precipitation. The Valley Kicker™ provides a targeted method to redirect that concentrated flow based on observations from years of installation work.”

The device is applicable to both residential and commercial properties and is designed to perform in a range of temperatures. Bay City Supplies, the manufacturing and distribution arm associated with the company, makes the product available for purchase online, supporting use by homeowners, contractors, and builders. Wholesale options exist for larger volume needs.

In practice, the Valley Kicker™ is positioned in the inside corner of a gutter system or along a straight run directly beneath a roof valley. Its low profile maintains a clean appearance while addressing the common problem of water pooling or overflowing at these junctions. Testing with water after installation confirms proper directional flow.

The company integrates the product into its broader seamless gutter and roofing services when appropriate for a given property. Seamless gutters are custom-fabricated onsite to match rooflines, and the addition of valley management components helps complete the drainage system. Related services include asphalt and metal roofing, soffit and fascia work, and exterior elements that can be affected by unresolved water issues.

Andrews added, “Experience installing gutters across different property types showed a recurring need for better control of valley water. The Valley Kicker™ was developed as a practical response to that observation.”

Founded in 2000 by Bruce Andrews as a one-man operation in a home shop, the business relocated to Bay City, Wisconsin, in 2015 following a fire. It serves the greater Twin Cities area in Minnesota and Western Wisconsin, working with single-family homes, multi-unit dwellings, HOA properties, and commercial buildings for property managers, general contractors, and developers.

The company operates under principles of faith, integrity, quality, respect, and pride in workmanship. Its services focus on custom exterior solutions tailored to local conditions, including measures that support effective water management throughout the year.

As summer continues with the potential for intense rainfall events, attention to roof valley performance remains relevant for property owners in the region. The Valley Kicker™ represents one approach developed from contractor experience to help manage concentrated runoff at these critical points in the drainage system. Bruce Andrews Seamless Gutters and Roofing continues to incorporate such solutions where they align with the needs of individual projects.

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For more information about Bruce Andrews Seamless Gutters, contact the company here:

Bruce Andrews Seamless Gutters
Bruce Andrews
877-594-7449
office@thebestgutters.com
W6418 WI-35, Bay City, WI 54723

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