Gutters are an important part of your roofing
structure. They help keep water away
from your house, which can be quite destructive. Here are 5 general tips in choosing the right
gutter for your roof.
1) Material
Type. Gutters come in many variations
and are made of many materials. Some of
these include: copper, steel, zinc, and aluminum. Aluminum is more popular with most consumers
because it resists corrosion, comes in many colors and is generally cost
effective. When choosing what will be
your homes defense against moisture, these are all important things to
consider.
2) Gutters that blend with your roof and
structure. Choose a gutter that matches
your home structure. Gutters come in a
variety of styles, colors and materials; some of which can be painted if needed
if you want the gutters to match with the home colors. When considering the aesthetics of your new
gutter system, you might also want to see if they are seamless or sectional.
3)
Gutters that provide “debris” protection built
in. Some gutters come with a built-in
“gutter guard” which is meant to keep leaves, twigs etc. from clogging up your
gutter system which can cause problems.
Some may help you keep debris out of your system so they can be clog
free.
4)
Check the Warranty period. Most manufactures offer some kind of
warranty, based on your gutter system.
Chances are you won’t need it, but it’s good to know you have one if you
do.
5)
Are your new gutters allowed in your area? Check
with your city, county, or local homeowner’s association before installing your
gutters to make sure the type you pick out is allowed. Restrictions based on just about anything
can cost you and can cause headaches for you.
If your new gutter system isn’t allowed, you may be forced to rip out
your new system which can be expensive.
For more information in the St.
Louis area, please contact us at 314-255-8940.
