US4032456A
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Flip-up gutter shield
Assignee: Individual
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Filing: 1976-02-26
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Granted: 1977-06-28
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Expires: 1996-02-26
Abstract
Abstract A mesh cover over a gutter is mounted to a roof by strap hinges. Position guide means are provided on the side of the mesh cover opposite the hinges for positioning the mesh cover during installation.
Inventors
- 👤 William E. Berce
Bibliographic Details
Application Number
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Jurisdiction
US
Data Source
google_patents
Last Synchronized
2026-11-05 22:14
CPC Classifications
E; E04; E04D; E04D13/00; E04D13/04; E04D13/076; B; B01; B01D; B01D35/00
Claims Analysis
Total Claims: 12
Claim 1
Independent Claim
201 words
A gutter shield of the type comprising an elongated mesh cover positionable over a gutter, said mesh cover having a first side adjacent and parallel to a roof and a second side adjacent and parallel to the outer edge of said gutter, said gutter shield further comprising: hinge means attached to said first side of said mesh cover and fixed to said roof such that said mesh cover may be swung from a first position covering said gutter to a second position away from said gutter, said mesh cover being totally independent of said gutter in said second position, thereby permitting servicing of said gutter without interference from said mesh cover; and guide means attached to and extending from said second side of said mesh cover, said guide means extending adjacent said outer edge of said gutter and comprising a plurality of needle-like projections extending downward from said second side of said mesh cover to serve as position guide means for said second side of said mesh cover, such that said second side is positioned over but not beyond said outer edge, thereby permitting the positioning of a ladder against said gutter without interfering with the movement of said mesh cover.
Claim 2
Dependent Claim
201 words
A gutter shield of the type comprising an elongated mesh cover positionable over a gutter, said mesh cover having a first side adjacent and parallel to a roof and a second side adjacent and parallel to the outer edge of said gutter, said gutter shield further comprising: hinge means attached to said first side of said mesh cover and fixed to said roof such that said mesh cover may be swung from a first position covering said gutter to a second position away from said gutter, said mesh cover being totally independent of said gutter in said second position, thereby permitting servicing of said gutter without interference from said mesh cover; and guide means attached to and extending from said second side of said mesh cover, said guide means extending adjacent said outer edge of said gutter and comprising a plurality of needle-like projections extending downward from said second side of said mesh cover to serve as position guide means for said second side of said mesh cover, such that said second side is positioned over but not beyond said outer edge, thereby permitting the positioning of a ladder against said gutter without interfering with the movement of said mesh cover.
Claim 3
Dependent Claim
27 words
The gutter shield of claim 1 wherein said guide means additionally comprises a plurality of guide tabs, said tabs extending beyond said outer edge of said gutter.
Claim 4
Dependent Claim
28 words
The gutter shield of claim 2 wherein said tabs are temporarily fixed to said second side, thereby permitting removal of said tabs after installation of said gutter shield.
Claim 5
Dependent Claim
33 words
The gutter shield of claim 1 wherein said first side of said mesh cover comprises a rod extending the length of said mesh cover and having recessed portions formed along the length thereof.
Claim 6
Dependent Claim
34 words
The gutter shield of claim 4 wherein said hinge means comprises at least one strap having a loop formed at one end thereof, said loop being clamped around a recessed portion of said rod.
Claim 7
Dependent Claim
58 words
The gutter shield of claim 4 wherein said hinge means comprises at least one strap having a loop formed at one end thereof, said loop being clamped around a recessed portion of said rod, said strap being provided with perforations at random throughout said strap so that said strap may be secured to the roof by adhesive means.
Claim 8
Dependent Claim
24 words
The gutter shield of claim 5 wherein said guide means additionally comprises a plurality of tabs extending beyond said outer edge of said gutter.
Claim 9
Dependent Claim
28 words
The gutter shield of claim 7 wherein said tabs are temporarily fixed to said second side, thereby permitting removal of said tabs after installation of said gutter shield.
Claim 10
Dependent Claim
24 words
The gutter shield of claim 4 wherein said guide means additionally comprises a plurality of tabs extending beyond said outer edge of said gutter.
Claim 11
Dependent Claim
28 words
The gutter shield of claim 9 wherein said tabs are temporarily fixed to said second side, thereby permitting removal of said tabs after installation of said gutter shield.
Claim 12
Dependent Claim
30 words
The gutter shield of claim 1 wherein said guide means are temporarily fixed to said second side, thereby permitting removal of said guide means after installation of said gutter shield.
References Cited (Backward Citations)
USPTO Annuity & Maintenance Windows
| Annuity Stage | Window Opens | Payment Deadline | Surcharge Period Until | Estimated Fee | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 Years (Year 4) | 1980-06-27 | 1980-12-27 | 1981-06-28 | $2000.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 7.5 Years (Year 8) | 1984-06-27 | 1984-12-27 | 1985-06-28 | $3760.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |
| 11.5 Years (Year 12) | 1988-06-27 | 1988-12-27 | 1989-06-28 | $7700.00 | Window Closed / Lapsed |