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Types of Residential Rain Gutters

The protection of your home from water damage is crucial in the maintenance and care of your property. Rain gutters are aid in this process by fitting just under the eves of the roof and direct the water through troughs and downspouts that conform to the walls to places far enough away from the house to reduce water damage. Rain gutters keeping the rain away from the areas around the house itself and keep the water from seeping into the foundation. Flooding into the foundations, basement or crawl spaces can cause erosion around the house and permanent damage to the structure. And since many insurance policies do not cover damage from flooding, in is vital to have a method to keep the water away. Installing rain gutters is a fairly inexpensive way to protect the structure of your house and ensure a sound foundation.

Rains gutters are made out of several types of materials; the three most common of which are aluminum, PVC and copper. Some are constructed out of wood, but this is rare. PVC gutters are the least expensive of the three and are the easiest to work with; they can fit any house and come in various color choices to match your home (this type is not recommended overall this type does not last the test of time). Aluminum gutters cost more but are far superior they are the toughest of the three , they also last the longest and come in various color choices to match your home they also can be painted to mach the trim of your house. Copper gutters are the most expensive but they look great and conduct heat well, so if you live in a very cold climate, they can help with ice buildup.

There are two types of rain gutters. First is a seamless gutter system. Each edge of your roof is fitted with a single strip of painted aluminum. These rain gutters are constructed right at your home by Everything Gutter and can span up to 500 ft of roof length. The second type is the older system, where sections or pieces of gutter are fitted together into a custom arrangement and configuration witch leaves you with seams all over, this is the older type system witch we currently do not use and do not recommend.

Rain gutters are relatively easy to maintain and should be cleaned and inspected at least twice a year. If you have a lot of trees around your property, you might need to clean them more often. Cleaning involves removing leaves and debris and washing them with a high pressure hose. If you live in areas that require more cleaning, or have a lot of trees, you may want to look into gutter protection devices that cover the opening of the gutter. This allows water to go into the gutter, but the debris fall over the edge of the roof.

If rain gutters are installed properly, they will look great, prolong the life of your foundation and reduce future cost of repairs down the road. So if you decide to install rain gutters, Contact us to get your free evaluation on cost, materials and layout.

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Why Seamless Gutters

Although water is a necessary part of sustaining life, when it arrives in large quantities and is allowed to build-up, this vital element can quickly become menacing. Water penetration can become a dangerously corrosive threat to any home because of its ability to cause many deterioration problems. And with this deterioration comes serious repairs, and with serious repairs comes serious dollars. Therefore it is essential that you have the best drainage system possible in order to protect your house, and the best drainage investment on the marker comes in the form of seamless gutters.

More Water, More Problems

Water penetration can cause some serious damage to your home. If it builds up, it can create mold, mildew, and stains. Your roof and shingles protect your home from these outdoor elements, of course. However, the product which best channels away water is a seamless gutter system. It can prevent water from saturating your lawn and eventually leaking into your basement. Ground saturation can also ruin your topsoil and cause some serious problems to your foundation. Plus, if you don’t have proper drainage around your roof, your siding and shingles could rot or warp due to backsplash. Therefore, a seamless rain gutter is the best alternative compared to traditional systems.

What’s the Difference?

Traditional sectional systems are easy to attach to your roof, but since they come in short segments that connect to one another, more seams are then created. The more seams in the system, the better the chance for additional leaks. And since the product’s main purpose is to divert water, a leaky gutter is like having no protection at all. Therefore, seamless rain gutters were invented. These are custom-made products (sometimes called continuous gutters) that don’t have any seams at all except for when it is absolutely necessary: around the corners of your house where a sharp turn has to be made and places where downspouts are attached. But even these minimal seams are placed in areas where any potential leaking is less problematic. Overall, if you have fewer seams, you have a smaller likelihood for leaks, which means less penetration and more savings.

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Seamless Rain Gutters

Installation and Maintenance

Although sectional systems are easy to install, which is great for do-it-yourselfers, seamless gutters need to be installed by professional roofing contractors. Since they aren’t standardized for just any house, seamless rain gutters need to be customized for your particular home design. Therefore, trained experts are essential to calculating and creating a product that works in correspondence with your specific needs. These professionals come prepared with the specific knowledge and equipment (often portable machines that are able to make precise cuts) for the best results. If improperly installed, it won’t be able to supply you with the watertight benefits your house needs.

Also, after the seamless gutters are installed, it is up to you to keep them well maintained. Just because they offer the best protection available doesn’t mean they are infallible. You still need to clean them occasionally from any leaves or debris which can build up in the channels. And though you can invest in guards, screens, and covers to slow down this build-up, you can’t avoid this chore all together. If they are not well maintained, the purpose of these products will be negated because water won’t be channeled properly, which will once again put your home at risk.

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What are people saying about us

“I was very reluctant to deal with an “unknown” contractor. They were so knowledgeable on the phone, personable, and helpful that they relieved my anxiety. Then they accommodated my time table, performed miracles on my problem, having it diagnosed and repaired within days of my call. And was even very patient and caring with my 86 year old Mother. You know what? It just does not get any better than this. Thank you SO much. I’ll recommend Alexandra to all my friends and be sure to keep their phone number for our future needs.”
Springfield, PA

“Same day service. He did a great job reinforcing existing gutters and installing leaf guards. Jim was knowledgeable and very customer focused.”

Hockessin , DE

“I thought he did a nice job. The timeliness was extremely good and he was an extremely personable and trustworthy young man.”

West Chester , PA

“Work was performed as scheduled. I felt the price was fair. I was very impressed with the over phone pricing and How quickly my inquiry was responded to, It was next DAY! Very Happy with the new look of my home! I will use them again in the future!”

Newark , DE

“Very professional, good price and completed work on time.”

Wilmington , DE

“Jim & the guy working with him were very nice & the gutters look great! We appreciate you very much! “

Oxford , PA

“Problem areas were repaired on same visit as estimate. Everything looks great.”

Newark , DE

“I was impressed with their service and will hire them again.”

Wayne , PA

“Had Alexandra do both the Gutters and repaint the entire house. They did a fabulous job on what was definitely a hard job.”

Drexel Hill , PA

“Very nice guys. Worked with my time. Referred them to other projects in the neighborhood, which they completed that day. Very Well Recommended.”

Brookhaven , PA

“Very happy with Alexandra Gutter.”

Wilmington , DE

” Best Handyman I have had the chance to hire. Courteous, very professional and someone you could call a friend. Offered me great advice which I will cherish for the rest of my life.”

Newark , DE

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