Gutter Installation

​Choosing the Right Gutters

A high-quality gutter installation by Elements Roofing provide lasting beauty and reduced maintenance. 

Effective, efficient gutters are critical to the long-term health of your home. They’re one of the most important parts of your drainage system and because they are an exterior feature, they’re subject to a good deal of wear and tear. 

One of the key items on your spring cleaning list needs to be examining and cleaning out your gutters. A little regular cleaning and maintenance will help to keep your gutters attractive and efficient, and will increase the longevity of the system.

When conducting your inspection, here are a few signs of wear to keep an eye open for:

• Cracks
• Holes
• Leaks
• Sagging or pulling away from the house
• Missing, loose, or bent fasteners

Experts point out that water damage to the roof, fascia board, decking, or rafters is not always a sign that your roof needs repair or replacement. It may be a sign that you need to start vetting gutter companies. 

Today’s homeowner has more options than ever when it comes to choosing materials if you need to replace your gutters. 

Aluminum is lightweight, resists corrosion, and is available in many colors. It is also very affordable. Galvanized steel is strong, but can rust. A coating of aluminum and zinc can alleviate the potential for rusting, but increases the cost. 

Zinc gutters are strong and durable, and typically do not require painting or finishing. Copper gutters are an appropriate choice for upscale homes but, as you might expect, may be the most expensive material available.

A final option for materials is vinyl, which is very affordable, comes in a variety of colors, and matches many types of vinyl siding. However, they are less durable than many of the metals we mention above. They can break down over time due to exposure to sunlight. They usually are installed in 10 foot sections which are joined by rubber seals, which are also vulnerable to sunlight and temperature variance. 

You’ll also need to take toppers for your gutters into account, such as hoods or filters. Solid toppers are the most effective and are typically installed under the shingles, which makes us your best option for gutter installation, as we’re able to combine our experience in roofing with our expertise in gutter system installation.

With all these factors in play, you need an expert gutter company to help you find the appropriate solution for your gutter needs. Let Elements Roofing guide you through the selection and installation of this critical part of your home. 

Gutter Installation Cost

Along with materials, gutter replacement or repair cost is one of the primary factors to consider when considering hiring a gutter company. At Elements, our estimation process begins with understanding the problems your gutters are giving you now, evaluating your entire property to make sure landscaping needs and foundation protection are taken into account, and then recommending a solution. 

Typically your gutter installation cost per linear foot will be between $5 and $7. The cost is determined by the quantity and quality of materials we need, and by the complexity of the job. 

Installing straight runs of gutter on a one-story home is fairly straightforward. However, if your home has two or three stories, and a lot of corners, the job will take longer to complete, which will drive up your labor cost.

Here are some of the questions we need to answer to estimate how much your new gutters will cost… 

• Are your gutters completely overflowing? If so, is it because they’re clogged, or because they were the wrong size in the first place? 
• Is your fascia board rotting? Additional repairs to fascia and siding will increase your cost.
• Is the drip edge on your roof correct? If not, we can configure it to drain properly.
• Do you need gutter guards? Gutter guards can help keep future repair costs under control by reducing or eliminating overflow.
• What materials do you want to use? Vinyl is the least expensive, while copper is the most expensive. Don’t forget to include framing and finishing costs if you need siding repair or if your fascia is rotting.

If, rather than a new system, you need a gutter repair, the cost will also take into account removal of the old gutters and hardware.  

It’s important to keep in mind that your gutters are an important part of your homes roofing system. They protect your foundation and property from water damage, mold and flooding. Elements Roofing can help you protect the gutter system that protects your home, giving you a roof system you can rely on!