Installing gutters and gutter guards on your home does not cost, it pays.
Debris can build up on homes without properly installed gutters and gutter guards.
Ice dams, rotted wood and roof leaks result from clogged gutters.
Gutters installed by Wendell's are hung with hangers, not spikes.
Spikes tend to "pop" causing gutters to sag.
Sagging can lead to costly water damage repairs to your home.
Will Installing Gutter Guards Really Save Me Money?
INSTALLING GUTTER GUARDS VS. TRADITIONAL CLEANING METHOD
Well, here it is, the breakdown of costs associated with hiring a contractor to install gutter guards verses hiring a contractor to clean your gutters twice a year. Sometimes a little expense can save you time, money, aggravation and possibly from injury.
There are many types of gutter guards to choose from. The price of each varies. In the chart below we took the average cost of a gutter guard ($7.50 per linear foot installed [labor and material]) and multiplied it by the average footage [200'] of an average sized home [1,500 sq. ft.].
About Gutter Guards
There are many types of gutter guards. But remember, the most expensive product is not necessarily always the best. Gutter guards can eliminate the need for you or a friend to clean out clogged gutters. Thus protecting you from injury. They can also save you time and expense. Clogged gutters can cause a myriad of problems to your roof structure and home. Gutter covers can solve most of these problems and help save you money by eliminating costly repair services.
Call Wendell's today to discuss what type of gutter cover is best for your home. Some of the products we offer are:
LEAF SHELTER and LEAF RELIEF
Leaf Shelter and Leaf Relief offer the perfect solution for preventing leaves and other debris from clogging your gutters. Gutter guards keep debris out of the gutters, allowing water to flow freely. Debris is then lifted off the gutters by a gentle breeze. Leaf Relief resists damage from high winds, heavy snow and ice and pests
Additionally they:
• Prevent clogging
• Stop water overflow causing damage to your basement, foundation and landscaping
• Eliminate ice dams causing damage to your roof and interior of your home
• Install over existing 5" or 6" gutters
• Leaf Relief is available in white or copper and is virtually invisible from the ground
• Does the product end frequent maintenance involved with keeping your gutters clean and free-flowing?
• Does the product require the partial removal of shingles? Does installation include screwing or nailing the product onto the roof? Will removal or disturbance of the roofing system void your roofing warranty?
• Does the product look good on your home?
• Is the product affordable compared to the other gutter protection products on the market today?
Why do I need rain gutters?
We are all mesmerized by large amounts of powerful rushing water. But how often do we think about the power and the damage repeated rain showers can do to our house? Uncontrolled rain water falling from your roof can cause many, if not major problems. A properly installed gutter system can reduce, and in most cases eliminate the damage caused by drainage problems. Without rain gutters you have a much higher percentage of having moisture build-up behind siding and fascia boards that will eventually cause decay. Water can enter your basement due to excess rain or an early thaw. The pounding force of rain coming off of the roof can cause dead or damaged plants, soil erosion, stained concrete, ruin landscaping, and cause wear and tear on siding, window casings, and garage doors.
Why should I have seamless gutters installed?
Seamless gutters are nationally recognized as the most popular form of guttering. It eliminates unsightly seams and reduces the possibility of leaks. There are many colors to choose from and the baked on enamel finish never needs painting. Seamless gutters protect the beauty of your home and expensive landscaping. Fabricating on the job provides you with a custom fit.
What are the advantages of using gutter guards?
Having dirty, clogged gutters prevents water flow and in some cases can be worse than having no gutters at all. If you do not have the time or ability to clean your gutters and perform regular maintenance, then you will want the protection of gutter guards. Gutter guards help prevent clogs, birds nests, debris, and plant life from building up in your gutters while still allowing water to pass and
drain through your gutter system.
When should I replace my rain gutters?
How you tolerate maintenance on your home will determine when you should replace the gutter. If you're the kind of person who doesn't want to be bothered with the time and money repairs demand, you should replace your gutters at the first sign of rust. Rust will often show up as little orange speckles that show through the paint, rusty colored stains at the end of the down spouts, or at gutter seams that are separated and leaking. Gutters rust from the inside out. When they begin to show rusting on the outside, the inside is rusting through. Often, however, because of standing water, the gutter may need to be repaired in just one or two areas. Keep in mind that just like a worn suit, you can't keep patching it forever. You may want to repair them for the rainy season, and plan on having them professionally replaced during the off season.
What type of hanging system do you use when installing?
How your gutter is fastened, is just as important as the type of gutter you select. We use the hidden hanger system. The hidden hanger is a bracket that clips under the top of the front gutter hem and is secured to the back. The bracket is then screwed into the fascia board with a wood screw. Since it's inside the gutter, it is not visible. This system also allows easy removal of the gutter, should it ever become necessary.
Need Gutters? Call Us!
BUILDERS, CONTRACTORS, DEVELOPERS AND DO-IT-YOURSELFERS
• Do you need gutters to complete an aluminum siding or roofing job?
• Do you need gutters in long lengths and have no way of getting them to the job site in one piece?
• Do you install gutters but do not have the time to organize the materials to complete the gutter job? Let us do all the preparation work!
Wendell's can help with you guttering needs. We can deliver your seamless gutters to the job site the evening before or the morning of the day you need them. We charge by the foot so you can order exactly what you need.
Be sure and place your order a couple days in advance so it can be processed in a timely fashion.
Wendell's Roofing & Remodeling is a Certified Installer of Leaf Relief.
