Posted on

How About Those Downspouts?


Picture if you will, brand new shiny seamless gutters on your house. Picture them clean and free of any leaves, pine cones, pine needles, those annoying little helicopter things, and just general debris. Nice huh? Well, not so fast there. All that runoff from the roof will flow very nicely into the gutter and toward the downspout. But what if the downspout itself is clogged up with debris? Where will all that water go? Nowhere, it will just fill up the gutter and overflow both the front and back, which will cause extensive and expensive problems. Erosion of the soil underneath the gutters, and possible damage to the fascia board behind the gutters is sure to happen. Not to mention foundation, interior walls, window, and basement problems. So let’s not forget to keep an eye on the downspout and make sure that water is flowing freely out of them and away from the foundation. It is not well known but true that leaves will turn into dirt like compost, and if they get stuck in the downspout it is obvious that water will not flow freely and eventually back up into and over those nice shiny, clean gutters. So the message here is to be aware of the downspouts. If you are having a gutter guard installed, make sure that the downspouts are cleaned along with the gutters before installing the guards. Once those things are completed you should have a lifetime of worry-free performance with your gutters and downspouts. A trained gutter professional can easily assess the condition of all gutter components, and often times a simple gutter tune up will leave your gutters functionally like new.
Everything Gutter can provide the experienced professional and certified installers to evaluate your gutter system. There are many homeowner issues with which to contend, but your gutters need not be one of them. “Everything Gutter” guarantees all its work for life, so you’ll never have to worry about gutters again. See us on line at http://everythinggutter.com.

Posted on

Do you Need Gutters

Seamless gutters serve an important part in protecting your home. Although many people do not see them as a protection device, that is precisely what they are. Gutters protect your home from water damage and wood rot by diverting rain water into troughs and downspouts which carry the water away from your house.

Without gutters, heavy rain can run off of roofs and seep into the foundation and cause erosion and permanent damage to the structure of your home. Gutters prevent this from happening.

There are many types of gutter systems today. Most come in a variety of styles and colors so that homeowners can choose what works best and looks best for their home. Today gutters are made of several different types of material. The three most common are aluminum, PVC, and copper. PVC is by far the most inexpensive and come in variety of colors. These are also the easiest to work with because they can easily fit on any home. Aluminum is perhaps the most common. They cost more, but they last longer and they can also be painted. That means if you ever wanted to change the color of your home, you can paint your gutters to match. Copper gutters conduct heat well which helps with ice build up in very winter months. These gutters are very impressive, but have an impressive price tag to go along with them.

No matter what type of gutters one may choose, their purpose is the same. But, as with every other features of your home, gutters have to be maintained. In order for a gutter system to function properly, they must be kept free of build up of dirt and debris. Over time, gutters can become blocked by leaves, pine straw, and other debris which over time can compromise their ability to divert damaging water form your home.

However, there are also different types of gutter systems that keep maintenance at a minimum. Gutter Guards keep leaves, and other debris form entering the gutter. When it rains, the rain is filtered threw the gutter guard then down into the gutter and is carried away from your home. With this type gutter system, you do not have to worry about build up and blockage.

Gutters are important. They serve a vital purpose in the protection of your home. If you are looking to replace or install recommended seamless gutters on your home, find a reputable company that will help you decide what type and style will work best for you.

Posted on

How to Fix a Loose or Sagging Gutter

How to Fix a Loose or Sagging Gutter

If a gutter sags too much, it looks unsightly, and if the sag is in the wrong direction, water collects, giving mosquitoes a breeding ground and creating leaks. It’s standard to pitch gutters 1/16 inch per foot (2 mm per 30 cm) toward the nearest downspout, but even a level gutter will drain. Assuming that the spikes, brackets or hangers are installed correctly, most commonly a gutter sags due to ice and snow damage or because a ladder has bent or dislodged its supports.

Instructions

If the gutter is supported by spikes (see A)

1. Straighten a bent spike by pushing up on the gutter at that location with a pry bar (you’ll likely need a ladder to reach it); or remove a nailed gutter spike for replacement by locking the head of the spike firmly in a pair of locking pliers, then tapping the side of the jaws with a hammer to pull the spike out.

2. Replace a spike that has fallen out or been removed with a threaded gutter spike. For a tighter fit, press a few wood slivers coated with exterior adhesive or epoxy into the nail hole first, this is for the do it your self. Although It is highly recommended that gutter with these types of hanging systems be rehung with reinforced inside hidden hangers with screw.

If the gutter is supported by hangers or brackets

1. Remove the gutter by unclipping the brackets and disconnecting it from the downspout(s). This is definitely a job for two or more people.

2. Replace the damaged bracket. Fill the old screw holes with caulk or exterior putty and let dry. Install the new bracket at approximately the same height and position as the old one. Repeat as needed for other brackets and tighten any loose screws before reinstalling the gutter.

If the gutter is supported by hangers or straps (see C)

1. If the strap is bent down, press down on it about 1 inch (2.5 cm) up the roof from the edge of the shingle it lies under, or from the surface to which it’s nailed. Then pull up just below the point of the bend.

2. If the bracket has pulled out of the roof or needs replacing, and the roofing is asphalt shingles, disconnect the bracket from the gutter and carefully pry up the shingle to remove the nails (or screws), or drive new fasteners through the strap into the roof recommend screws.

If the gutter is supported by concealed brackets

1. Remove the mounting screw to replace a damaged bracket.

Posted on

Do you Need Gutters

Seamless gutters serve an important part in protecting your home. Although many people do not see them as a protection device, that is precisely what they are. Gutters protect your home from water damage and wood rot by diverting rain water into troughs and downspouts which carry the water away from your house.

Without gutters, heavy rain can run off of roofs and seep into the foundation and cause erosion and permanent damage to the structure of your home. Gutters prevent this from happening.

There are many types of gutter systems today. Most come in a variety of styles and colors so that homeowners can choose what works best and looks best for their home. Today gutters are made of several different types of material. The three most common are aluminum, PVC, and copper. PVC is by far the most inexpensive and come in variety of colors. These are also the easiest to work with because they can easily fit on any home. Aluminum is perhaps the most common. They cost more, but they last longer and they can also be painted. That means if you ever wanted to change the color of your home, you can paint your gutters to match. Copper gutters conduct heat well which helps with ice build up in very winter months. These gutters are very impressive, but have an impressive price tag to go along with them.

No matter what type of gutters one may choose, their purpose is the same. But, as with every other features of your home, gutters have to be maintained. In order for a gutter system to function properly, they must be kept free of build up of dirt and debris. Over time, gutters can become blocked by leaves, pine straw, and other debris which over time can compromise their ability to divert damaging water form your home.

However, there are also different types of gutter systems that keep maintenance at a minimum. Gutter Guards keep leaves, and other debris form entering the gutter. When it rains, the rain is filtered threw the gutter guard then down into the gutter and is carried away from your home. With this type gutter system, you do not have to worry about build up and blockage.

Gutters are important. They serve a vital purpose in the protection of your home. If you are looking to replace or install recommended seamless gutters on your home, find a reputable company that will help you decide what type and style will work best for you.

Posted on

How to Fix a Loose or Sagging Gutter

How to Fix a Loose or Sagging Gutter

If a gutter sags too much, it looks unsightly, and if the sag is in the wrong direction, water collects, giving mosquitoes a breeding ground and creating leaks. It’s standard to pitch gutters 1/16 inch per foot (2 mm per 30 cm) toward the nearest downspout, but even a level gutter will drain. Assuming that the spikes, brackets or hangers are installed correctly, most commonly a gutter sags due to ice and snow damage or because a ladder has bent or dislodged its supports.

Instructions

If the gutter is supported by spikes (see A)

1. Straighten a bent spike by pushing up on the gutter at that location with a pry bar (you’ll likely need a ladder to reach it); or remove a nailed gutter spike for replacement by locking the head of the spike firmly in a pair of locking pliers, then tapping the side of the jaws with a hammer to pull the spike out.

2. Replace a spike that has fallen out or been removed with a threaded gutter spike. For a tighter fit, press a few wood slivers coated with exterior adhesive or epoxy into the nail hole first, this is for the do it your self. Although It is highly recommended that gutter with these types of hanging systems be rehung with reinforced inside hidden hangers with screw.

If the gutter is supported by hangers or brackets

1. Remove the gutter by unclipping the brackets and disconnecting it from the downspout(s). This is definitely a job for two or more people.

2. Replace the damaged bracket. Fill the old screw holes with caulk or exterior putty and let dry. Install the new bracket at approximately the same height and position as the old one. Repeat as needed for other brackets and tighten any loose screws before reinstalling the gutter.

If the gutter is supported by hangers or straps (see C)

1. If the strap is bent down, press down on it about 1 inch (2.5 cm) up the roof from the edge of the shingle it lies under, or from the surface to which it’s nailed. Then pull up just below the point of the bend.

2. If the bracket has pulled out of the roof or needs replacing, and the roofing is asphalt shingles, disconnect the bracket from the gutter and carefully pry up the shingle to remove the nails (or screws), or drive new fasteners through the strap into the roof recommend screws.

If the gutter is supported by concealed brackets

1. Remove the mounting screw to replace a damaged bracket.

Posted on

Why Choose Us

We are a full service rain gutter and painting company that has been serving Chester and Delaware County in Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware Since 1983. Whether you need Interior or Exterior Painting or a complete seamless gutter system, a 1 foot section of gutter above your door, gutter guards, or just a gutter cleaning you can depend on us.

We are among the oldest and certainly the most respected Gutter & Painting companies in our area. Our products are the highest quality available and are jobs are done by experienced, courteous, well-trained experts. We pride ourselves on prompt professional service.

You can call our office 7 Days a week 24 Hours a Day and expect alive representative from our company to pick up the phone.

In Business Since : 1983

Expertise:

Specializing in New Seamless Gutters and Repair of Gutters also Installation of Gutter Guards ( Lifetime No Clog )

Also Exterior Painting Were Known For Doing The Job Right The First Time

Also Provide 24 Hour Emergency Service For Superior Service Call 1-877-573-2653 Voted #1 Customer Service

Awards:

Green Contractor Award

Master Contractor Award

#1 Customer Satisfaction

Superior Service

Insurance Information:

General Liability $2,000,000

Get a free estimate!

Our qualified sales staff will be happy to assess your entire gutter system and give you an estimate on site within Houres. References are available upon request.



Posted on

Why Choose Us

We are a full service rain gutter and painting company that has been serving Chester and Delaware County in Pennsylvania and the state of Delaware Since 1983. Whether you need Interior or Exterior Painting or a complete seamless gutter system, a 1 foot section of gutter above your door, gutter guards, or just a gutter cleaning you can depend on us.

We are among the oldest and certainly the most respected Gutter & Painting companies in our area. Our products are the highest quality available and are jobs are done by experienced, courteous, well-trained experts. We pride ourselves on prompt professional service.

You can call our office 7 Days a week 24 Hours a Day and expect alive representative from our company to pick up the phone.

In Business Since : 1983

Expertise:

Specializing in New Seamless Gutters and Repair of Gutters also Installation of Gutter Guards ( Lifetime No Clog )

Also Exterior Painting Were Known For Doing The Job Right The First Time

Also Provide 24 Hour Emergency Service For Superior Service Call 1-877-573-2653 Voted #1 Customer Service

Awards:

Green Contractor Award

Master Contractor Award

#1 Customer Satisfaction

Superior Service

Insurance Information:

General Liability $2,000,000

Get a free estimate!

Our qualified sales staff will be happy to assess your entire gutter system and give you an estimate on site within Houres. References are available upon request.