PART 1: WHY GO FOR A SEAMLESS GUTTER?

Gutters play an important role in keeping your home dry, but to ensure yourself of optimal functionality, you need to look for the right type of gutter in the first place. Gutters can either be seamless or sectioned, but most experts would recommend getting the former over the latter. This is why over half of all the gutters installed in the country are seamless gutters. How exactly is a seamless gutter a better choice than its sectioned counterpart?

Seamless gutters are... seamless

Unlike a sectioned gutter, which has plenty of joints along its trough, a seamless gutter has a smooth, continuous surface. The lack of visible seams give the seamless gutter a clean look that matches almost any type of visual theme a home can have, making it the most versatile option.

Seamless gutters are less likely to leak

This type of gutter’s lack of seams isn’t just for show! One of the biggest problems with sectional gutters is that it can spring leaks from one of its many seams. A seamless gutter’s trough has a solid surface, sans the seams that can possibly develop gaps where water can leak through.

PART 1: WHY GO FOR A SEAMLESS GUTTER?

Seamless gutters have a cleaner finish

When installing a sectioned gutter, it’s important to have each seam properly sealed to avoid leaks. This can give a sectioned gutter a rather messy look. There is no need to worry about such issues on a seamless gutter. In fact, some seamless gutter channels get their smooth finish during the manufacturing process itself – so they don’t even have to be painted!

Seamless gutters are easier to fit

One of the biggest problems with sectional gutters is that they’re almost impossible to install without that uneven look. This is because the last section to be installed will often need to be modified to the exact length required. Seamless gutters are custom-fit for your home, eliminating the need for last minute adjustments, and cutting down on installation time.

Choosing the right type of gutter is just the first step! Find out how to keep your gutter maintenance- and clog-free in part 2 of this series.

PART 2: DO YOU REALLY NEED A GUTTER PROTECTION SYSTEM?

A properly installed seamless gutter is just the first step you can take towards creating a home that’ll more easily handle rain and snowmelt for years. The second issue you’ll need to address gutter-wise is the dirt and leaves that can cause clogging and keep your gutter from functioning properly. Fortunately, this issue can be addressed by installing a gutter protection system.

Gutter protection systems are gutter accessories designed to keep foreign objects from getting into the gutter channels and prevent clogging. Common examples of gutter protection systems are gutter brushes, wire mesh, and gutter covers. A clutter-free gutter is good, but what exactly are you getting from gutter protection systems?

Gutter protection systems make your gutters easy to clean

Without a gutter protection system, getting rid of dirt from a gutter channel usually involves picking out dirt from your gutter’s trough. This method takes a lot of time and energy. In comparison, cleaning a gutter with a gutter protection system mainly involves brushing off leaves that my have drifted down and gathered along the gutter’s edges. Gutter protection systems are designed to make gutters maintenance-free for months or even years!

PART 2: DO YOU REALLY NEED A GUTTER PROTECTION SYSTEM?

Gutter protection systems help prevent leaks

One of the biggest causes of leaks in seamless gutters is dirt accumulation. The debris traps some of the water, which in turn causes related issues like mold and mildew, which can cause significant damage over time. Getting a gutter protection system means water won’t be staying in the channel long enough to cause any harm to your gutters.

Gutter protection systems look great

Most gutter protection systems are designed to add beauty to your home, not detract from it aesthetically. For instance, some gutter covers are designed to conceal the gap between the roof edge and the gutter channel, making your home more visually appealing.

Keeping gutters clog-free isn’t just a matter of convenience; gutter systems can also extend the lifespan of your gutters by several years without too much maintenance. Imagine how much time and money you can save that would have been spent on picking out debris from your gutter!

You have the gutter and the gutter protection, now it’s time to head to the last part of this blog series for information on how to get those two installed!

PART 3: GETTING PROFESSIONALS TO INSTALL YOUR GUTTERS

Planning on getting seamless gutters and a gutter protection system? Then you’re on the right track! However, there’s one last thing you need to keep in mind: for installation, you need to make sure you get help from the pros.

For some people, installing a gutter seems like a pretty straightforward and, therefore, relatively simple job that one can do on one’s own. But is it, really? Learn why professional installation is still a better choice.

Pros are 100% sure to be able to install that gutter competently

One of the worst things that can happen to a DIY gutter installation is the homeowner realizing it’s not that easy to DIY after all – right smack in the middle of the project. Spare yourself the trouble of getting snagged mid-installation; instead, hire yourself a professional who can work competently on the project from start to finish.

Professional installation is faster

Because gutter experts have the right tools and experience in installing gutters, they spend less time on things that you, as a novice, might still have to figure out. They can make the best decisions quickly, and work on the project in the most efficient way possible. This is why professional gutter installations are completed a lot faster than DIY projects are.

PART 3: GETTING PROFESSIONALS TO INSTALL YOUR GUTTERS

Professional gutter installation involves fewer (if any) mistakes

Having installed many gutters, you can bet that gutter experts are far less likely to commit errors when installing gutters than your average DIY enthusiast. Gutters installed by professionals generally have a more solid build, which are less likely to encounter problems later on.

Professional gutter installation usually involves warranties

If something goes wrong in a DIY project, you only have yourself to blame. On the other hand, professional installation gives you an added benefit: warranties and insurance to cover you in case there’s a problem with the project. No matter how unlikely it is for any issues to crop up, it can happen.

Some people think that paying extra for professional gutter installation is a bit too much, but considering the time and money you can save by avoiding costly installation mistakes, it’s almost always better to get help from the pros.

That wraps up this blog series! Good luck with your new gutters!

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