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TYPES OF GUTTERS
Knowing the different types of gutters is essential for every homeowner. Whether you are replacing old gutters or are wondering how best to maintain existing ones, understanding the different shapes, materials, and other variations available is important. Different types of gutters have both benefits and drawbacks, and your understanding of them could be vital when repairing an old roof or keeping yours in good condition.
Rain gutters come in six materials and two common shapes. Select between the k-style gutter and the half-round gutter.
Gutters catch the rainwater.
Downspouts bring the water down and away from the house.
Elbows change a downspout’s direction.
Brackets secure the gutter system to the house or building.
Tip: Specialty types of gutters such as European or Victorian ogee can give your home an elegant, distinctive look.
WHY ARE THERE DIFFERENT TYPES OF GUTTERS?
Choosing between different types of gutters may not seem like the most exciting task, but gutters are essential for protecting your home from flooding. Additionally, gutters do affect the exterior look of your home.
There are two main types of gutters for houses that are commonly used. The first is the K-shaped gutter. K-shaped gutters are common on modern homes. These gutters look like the letter “K” from the side and are widely available, making them more cost-effective. The second major gutter type is the half-round gutter. These are commonly seen on historical homes and have a smooth inside that makes them easier to clean. If you are replacing gutters in a historic home, it’s likely you will need this type of gutter.
Gutter Shapes: K and Half-Round
K-Shape: The most popular gutter profile is called k-shape and has a look that is similar to crown molding found in house interiors. K-shape gutters can carry more water than half-round gutters. Due to the creases that run the length, k-shape gutters are structurally strong.
Half-Round Shape: With their u-shaped profile, half-round gutters have more of a traditional look than k-shaped gutters. If copper is your material of choice, it will likely come in a half-round shape, as well. Half-round gutters carry less water than k-shape gutters. They extend far out from the fascia (as far as 6 inches), making them wider than they are tall (about 3 inches tall).
Seamless Gutters
For a smooth look, more color choices, and minimum leakage, seamless gutters are your best choice. A mobile shop will arrive at your residence and technicians will perform a gutter run out: roll-forming continuous aluminum through a machine that extrudes the metal and forms it into gutters on the spot. The process is fast; gutters speed out of the machine as fast as 45 feet per minute. For the most part, this is a job that professionals do for you.
Seamless gutters have no length limit. They can run as far as from corner to corner.
Available in aluminum.
Gutters are responsible for handling the amount of rain your home gets every year. The best gutters for your home will both fit its style and protect it from water damage. Rain gutters come in k-style or half-round styles and six materials. Budget-friendly vinyl or aluminum gutters are very popular and DIY friendly. Some homes look better with copper, zinc or other specialty finishes.
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