Gutters: Frequently Asked Questions

What are gutters and why are they important are some questions I ask myself because many builders opt not to have gutters installed in homes

. Gutters direct water away from your home. Your roof is a large part of your home and when water falls off from it, an excessive amount of water falls right below the edge of the roof. This water soaks the ground and may be able to penetrate your foundation through small cracks or spaces. When this happens, damage may be evident.

Here are the most asked questions about gutters:

Are there specific types of gutters that I should install?

You can either choose a traditional gutter which is assembled or a seamless gutter. Don't be fooled though, a seamless gutter is not actually seamless.

What is needed for choosing the right type of gutters?

It is important for gutters to last a long time. Because gutters direct water away from your home, materials chosen for gutters should be durable and not gets easily damaged. There are aluminium gutters which are .032 inches thick. Gutters that are thinner may dent when a branch or ladder hits it.

Do I have choices for colors and type of materials used?

Gutters made out of aluminium are good because they do not rot and are available in many colors which can match your trim. The not so good fact about aluminium is that it is corrosive when placed with other metals. You will need to separate these materials with the use of rubber or heavy plastic. Copper gutters are also available.

What are the sizes of the gutters and how many downspouts should I have installed?

You can purchase 5 inch gutters and 2x3 inches downspouts or if your area expects a heavy rainfall purchase the 6 inch gutters with a 3x4 inch downspout. The number of downspouts will be dependent on you and how many you think your home will need.

What are covered gutters?

These are gutters with leaf covers. This prevents leaves and other materials from entering the gutters which may cause the downspouts to clog.

Do I need to clean my gutters regularly?

This will be dependent on the dirt that accumulates on your roof and how many trees surround your home. Ideally one should clean his gutters twice a year, one during spring and the other time during the fall. Each house is different and you should be able to distinguish when your gutters will need cleaning.

by: Tina Gleisner

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