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Ever hear the phrase a house is only as solid as the foundation it’s built on? Well, a foundation is only as good as a home’s gutter system. Gutters shield the foundation from the constant bombardment of moisture. Keeping your foundation dry means a stronger basis for the rest of your home. Aside from protecting your foundation, older style gutters are prone to clogging - creating havens for mold and insects (think mosquitoes!). It doesn’t take a genius to know it’s important to keep all that far away from your home! Gutters are a relatively cheap, simple and easy way of protecting your largest investment: your home.
With the advent of modern technology and increased manufacturer competition, consumers are given more choices than ever. There are so many gutter choices available, any need and taste can be satisfied.
What Options do I Have?
• Copper
• Vinyl
• Aluminum
• Stainless steal
• Seamless
• Sectional
Copper and stainless steal are more expensive and complicated options, but provide a beautiful cosmetic appearance to a home’s exterior. Vinyl and aluminum are much more common and affordable. Like vinyl siding, vinyl gutters hold color well and do not require painting. Vinyl is also dent- and-crack-resistant. Aluminum is durable and also holds color well.
The two main gutter systems are seamless and sectional. You may have seen seamless gutter system commercials on TV. They are rapidly becoming a popular choice because minimal gutter cleaning or maintenance is required. Seamless gutter systems vary in design, but apply the same principal. A cover sits above the gutter and shields debris from entering, but still allows water to flow. This is achieved through holes in the cover or a lip that directs only water into the gutter system. Sectional gutters are simple to install, but with the amount of seams they are likely to leak.
Let the experts help plan and install the perfect gutter system for your home. Sims Bros are professional gutter installers. Don’t watch your biggest investment wash away.
Call Sims Bros today at (504) 416-9633 ! |