This question has options. How would someone go about accomplishing this goal?
How can I protect my gutters from the ladder I use near or on them?

Pick your answer from:
a). In the area or areas where you'll place your ladder, drill two 3/16-in. holes, and drive two 7-in. galvanized spikes with 5-in. ferrules into the gutters behind where each leg will rest, the ferrules will support the ladder's weight instead of the gutter..
b). In the area or areas where you'll place your ladder, drill two 3/16-in. holes, and drive two 1/4 inch long galvanized spikes with 5-in. ferrules into the gutters behind where each leg will rest, the ferrules will support the ladder's weight instead of the gutter..
a).