The 6 Major Things to Consider When Selecting New Gutters for Your Home or Business

For many home and business owners in the Windy City, having new gutters installed probably wouldn't be high on the list of what is considered a 'luxury' renovation. That being said, you definitely need to have a sturdy and reliable set of gutters to avoid water damage and prevent issues with your foundation down the road. Plus items such as copper gutters Chicago can really add aesthetic value to your property and give it a high end look. 

If you have put off a gutter replacement for too long now, the time to replace is ASAP. Many consumers follow the mantra of 'gutters are just gutters' and don't really know what to look for when having new ones installed. Here are some tips to follow on that search. 

One of the first things to take into consideration is how your gutters got so bad in the first place. It's true that gutters can simply need replacing with age but sometimes other factors play a role too. Was there one huge storm that caused all the hail and wind damage? Did a tree branch fall on your gutters? Along those same lines do you want an entire copper gutters Chicago replacement or is it just a small section that needs repaired? Are the gutters actually destroyed or did they just come away from the house or come displaced at a seam? Many times these are questions better answered by a professional inspection so don't hesitate to give us a call so we can have a look. 

Once you've determined that new gutters are indeed needed, the next item to consider is what materials the new product will be made of. Copper gutters Chicago are going to provide your best ROI in terms of durability, longevity, and appearance. Wood, steel, and aluminum are other material choices and what you decide on largely depends on if your home is historic, rustic, etc. 

Gutters also come in different sizes. A steeper copper roofing in Chicago will need larger gutters because rain comes off the pitch at a more intense pace. We have samples available that will help you choose the right gutter size for your exact property. 

Another feature of gutters is their color. Do you want to match the gutter color with your copper roofing Chicago or would you rather go with contrast? Aluminum and steel gutters can always be painted but the color has better longevity when it can be baked right into the product at manufacturing. As far as copper gutters Chicago goes, you don't want to paint them. Not only is the natural copper a very alluring color but the product actually becomes more valuable as it ages and develops wear that is known as a 'patina.' 

Your gutters are a system and this includes the downspouts and drainage options. Ideally you'll want the gutters to disperse the collected rain water as far away from your foundation as possible but that's not always possible with property lines and other issues. 

There are a few other gutter options to choose from including how they'll be fastened and if you want to install gutter guards, etc. There are also different product styles, or profiles, available. Some older houses have the half-round design for example while newer homes utilize a flat back and a curved front. These are all options that our team can help you learn more about. 

If you still have questions on the proper approach to finding new gutters for your home or business don't hesitate to give us a call at your convenience.

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