Types of Gutters and Gutter Materials for Installation

Spring is officially upon us, which means lots of rain. While spring showers can

actually be quite nice, they can also create problems for homes that don’t have

gutters that are properly installed and in good shape. The reason gutters are

especially important during this time of the year is they ensure all that excess water

is carried away from a home. If water doesn’t have anywhere to go, it will

accumulate around a house and may cause problems with everything from siding to

the foundation.

If you already know that you’re in need of Cincinnati gutter repair or installation, it’s

helpful to understand some of the basics of this element of a home. Although you

can call us directly and get answers to any questions you may have about your

gutters, we thought it would be helpful to use this post to highlight the different

types of gutters a homeowner may already have or should consider for a

replacement:

Fascia Gutters

This type of gutter is specifically designed to attach to a fascia board. While some

homes in Cincinnati have these gutters, they’re much more common in the Western

half of the United States.

Half Round Gutters

The best way to know what this type of gutter looks like is to think of how a pipe

would look if you took it and cut it in half lengthwise. This type of gutter is more

often found on older styles of homes rather than new ones. While half round gutters

have a smooth surface that’s relatively easy to clean, their main weakness is they

don’t hold as much water as other gutter types.

K-Style Gutters

Also known as ogee gutters, these gutters have a look that is similar to crown

molding. In general, these gutters are fairly strong as long as they are installed

properly.

Sectional Gutters

This is the most common type of gutters. However, that doesn’t mean sectional

gutters are ideal. Without proper care or the help of a gutter cleaning service in

Cincinnati, these gutters are likely to get clogged fairly quickly. They’re also the

most likely type of gutter to start leaking.

Seamless Gutters

Of all the different types of gutters, these are the ones we highly recommend. If your

home’s gutters are in a position that requires replacement instead of repair, you

should strongly consider seamless gutters. What makes these gutters such a good

choice? With traditional gutters, installation is done in sections. This means that

there are seams at different points along the gutters.

Those seams generally aren’t very attractive and can make gutters more likely to

clog. By opting for seamless gutters, you can avoid that problem and invest in

gutters that will work reliably for a long time to come. Seamless gutters also

function great with Cincinnati gutter protection solutions.

Published By:

Anderson Gutter Company

Anderson Township, Cincinnati,

OH 45230, USA

Phone: (513) 668-8666

Email: Andersonseamlessgutters@yahoo.com