A gutter system is professionally installed to be strong, functional, and efficient. Sectional gutters are joined together and then sealed into place with caulk. However, the seams of aluminum gutters, even ones constructed from high-grade metal, can become compromised over… Read More »
Downspouts are designed to guide rainwater out of the gutter system to somewhere away from the exterior walls of your home. However, when it is not drained efficiently, runoff can flow onto a driveway, spread across patio pavers, or oversaturate… Read More »
Gutters play an important part in preventing leaks and cracks in the foundation while protecting your home’s exterior from water damage. A gutter system collects water from the roof and directs it toward the gutter outlet and then down the… Read More »
Downspouts are an essential part of the gutter system. They channel rainwater from the gutters to the ground, ensuring that it is deposited at a safe distance away from your home’s foundation. However, in order for the downspouts to do… Read More »
Copper gutters add the ideal finishing touch to your home’s exterior. While treated copper gutters will retain their warm metal colour, untreated copper gutters develop a patina over time that turns the bright copper metal (oxidization process) to gray, silver,… Read More »
Cleaning the gutters is not fun – it’s physical work on a ladder with your hands in gunk. But neglected gutters aren’t any fun either. The lesser of the two evils is to keep your gutter system free of debris… Read More »
With warm temperatures and a few clouds in the sky, but no rain, it’s easy to assume the gutter system will be fine during the summer months. While certainly not as dramatic as clogs caused by autumn leaves or the… Read More »
While regular maintenance prolongs the lifespan of a good gutter system, over time, gutters will eventually show signs of aging. One of these signs is sagging gutters. There are a number of reasons gutters sag, including rotted fascia, poor quality… Read More »
Gutters protect your home from water damage and extend the lifespan of the siding and the foundation. When choosing a gutter system for your house, you want gutters that look good and are strong while being budget-friendly. If you’re in… Read More »
Maintaining the gutters might seem like a thankless, never-ending chore. But to keep water flowing smoothly from the roof to the ground, the gutter system must be in tip-top shape. Using a seasonal approach will allow you to create a… Read More »
