Estimated delivery times: 1-3 days in USA
Returns within 30 days of product delivery. Duties & taxes are non-refundable.
✓ Manufactured from 0.019" aluminum in the USA
✓ Micromesh screen is made out of stainless steel
✓ Fits all types of 5" K-Style and box gutter systems
✓ Designed for metal, flat, and shingle roofs
✓ Unique Z-bend technology secures Micromesh in the aluminum frame
✓ Overlapping Micromesh notch allows for seamless coverage
✓ Filters out leaves, pine needles, debris, pests, seeds, birds, & prevents clogging
✓ No contact with shingles during installation guarantees your roof warranty
✓ Sample product comes in 1-foot section
✓ Fastening is simple: Only 3-4 screws per 4' section
✓ Slows down heavy rain flow & prevents water overflow
✓ Will not corrode, rust, or degrade over time
✓ Lifetime Transferable 35-year Warranty
Waterlock DIY is the “install-it-yourself” micromesh system: a top-mount aluminum frame with stainless micromesh that filters fine debris while keeping water moving through the gutters. The key differentiator is the install geometry—front-edge fastening plus a hidden-hanger-compatible rear lock—so you get a stable cover with minimal screw count and no roof/shingle disturbance. The stainless micromesh is mechanically locked into the aluminum frame using Art of Gutter’s Z-Bend Technology, creating a secure, permanent bond with no loose screen fit, adhesives, or sealants—so it stays secure over time.
Waterlock DIY blocks leaves, pine needles, shingle debris, dirt, pollen, seeds, birds, pests, and small animals from entering your gutter system—while still handling the heaviest downpours and extreme conditions. Waterlock DIY uses a fine micromesh screen to block leaves, needles, and roof grit, while the frame’s 0.78" wide flow slots keep water moving fast through the system. The mesh naturally “breaks up” heavy rain so water can drop through more evenly instead of blasting and bouncing over the gutter edge, helping reduce overflow in downpours.
Waterlock DIY is designed for quick, hassle-free installation. Simply align the front edge of the guard with the front edge of your gutter, while the back edge sits flush against the inside back wall of the gutter so the guard lays flat on top. Secure each section with 3–4 screws along the front edge only—and for a faster, easier install, we include self-tapping zip screws, so you don’t need any special fasteners.The guard is supported by your existing hangers, and there’s no need to lift shingles or modify the roof, helping maintain your roof warranty. Fits 5" residential or commercial gutters, including K-Style and box gutters, and works with metal, flat, or shingle roofs. The only gutter style that is incompatible with Waterlock DIY is half-round gutters.
Tip: pre-drilling is typically not required, but a small pilot hole can help on very hard or older gutters for faster, cleaner placement.
Art of Gutter’s DIY products are manufactured in the USA from 0.019 inch aluminum and stainless steel 304 Micromesh. Backed by a lifetime transferable 35-year warranty, this product is designed and built for the long haul.
12" x 5"
0.23 lb (per 1 ft section)
0.019" Aluminum
Stainless Steel 304 Micromesh
3-4 days domestic via USPS
Shipping is free for sample orders and orders over 100ft.
Otherwise, standard shipping fees apply. Check out our Terms & Conditions for more details.
Returns accepted within 30 days of delivery. Returned items must be unused, undamaged, and returned in original packaging.
To request a return, simply contact us via email and provide your order number and the reason for the return:
Duties and taxes are non-refundable.
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