Are you constantly worried about your gutters? Dealing with overflowing, sagging, continuous re-sealing, re-patching, and repairs can be a headache for any homeowner. If you’re experiencing similar problems, it’s time to switch to seamless gutters!
What Are Seamless Gutters?
As the name suggests, seamless gutters don’t have any seams and, unlike traditional gutters, have very few joints around the corners where they wrap around the house.
These gutters offer remarkable advantages, including their low maintenance and unmatched durability and resistance, considering that they can be made from aluminum, copper, or steel.
Benefits of Seamless Gutters
There are multiple benefits of installing seamless gutters. Let’s discuss these in detail:
1. Leak-Resistant
The seams in traditional or sectioned gutters are a typical spot where debris and twigs get stuck. Even the joints or the soldering can get loose over time leading to water leakage. This slows the water flow causing a blockage and overflow. Seamless gutters allow the water to run unhindered, thus reducing the chances of blockage and overflow. Fewer joints also significantly reduce the chances of water leakage in your home.
2. Low Maintenance
Gutter maintenance generally includes cleaning debris from the seams and joints. It might sound like a minor problem, but debris build-up can cause blockage, and its weight can cause the gutters to sag and fail prematurely. Reduced joints in seamless gutters help you avoid this situation, lowering gutter repair and maintenance costs.
3. Increased Curb Appeal
Seamless gutters are available in various materials, designs, styles, and colors. You can get k-style, half-round, and even box-style gutters for your roof. It’ll appear as one smooth piece of metal blended seamlessly into your roof. Without any apparent joints and fasteners attached to the fascia, seamless gutters will give your home a sophisticated look. This will increase your curb appeal and improve your property value.
4. Increased Life Span
Despite being made from the same materials, seamless gutters are more durable than traditional gutters. They are more reliable and stronger than your traditional gutters. The chances of facing leakage, blockage, or sagging problems with seamless gutters are very rare.
Thus with proper care, you can expect your seamless gutters to last for over 20 years.
Installing Seamless Gutters - Why You Shouldn’t DIY
Installing seamless gutters is a bit more complicated than traditional gutters. The most considerable complexity is that they are custom-made and assembled on-site using a cutting machine.
Gutter pros will start the job by measuring each side of your roof. This measurement is used to fabricate and shape the gutters.
Depending on the material you choose for your gutter, your roofer will run a larger sheet of metal through the machine. It’ll shape the metal into a long smooth gutter.
The process of installing seamless gutters requires skill, experience, and knowledge. It’s a tedious and intricate task that includes multiple steps, from cutting holes for the downspout to attaching gutter hangers, properly securing the gutters, and understanding the right angle for installation.
Hiring a Professional Gutter Pro
There are multiple benefits to having a professional contractor take care of your gutters, including:
- Secure quality workmanship that withstands the test of time.
- Get professional advice on the right gutter materials for your budget.
- Before installing new gutters, they can identify any signs of damage to the roof, soffit, and fascia. It’ll help reduce your future repair cost and prolong the life of seamless gutters.
Are You Looking for An Estimate to Install Seamless Gutters?
If you live and the Metro Atlanta Area, do not hesitate to contact Pro Roofing & Siding for all your gutters and home improvement needs. Our gutter specialists will happily provide you with a free quote for seamless gutters installation.
