Seamless gutter installation
Old gutters sagging, leaking or too small? New seamless gutters are formed on site to the exact length of each run.
Seamless gutters are made from a coil of metal run through a forming machine on a truck parked at your house. Each run comes out as one continuous piece, cut to length, so there are no seams along the straightaways to leak. Joints only happen at corners and downspout outlets.
When should I replace my gutters?
- Seams that leak or drip even after resealing
- Sections that sag, hold standing water or pull away from the fascia
- Rusted steel gutters or cracked vinyl
- Gutters that overflow in normal rain even when they're clean
- Rotten fascia boards behind the gutter
- A new roof going on, which is a natural time to replace gutters too
Should I get 5-inch or 6-inch gutters?
Five-inch K-style aluminum gutters are the most common size on houses. Six-inch gutters carry noticeably more water and are worth considering for large or steep roof areas, long runs, valleys that dump water into one spot, and homes where gutters overflow in heavy rain. With the Hickory area's summer thunderstorms, many installers recommend 6-inch gutters with larger 3-by-4-inch downspouts on bigger roofs. Ask the installer to explain why they recommend a size for your house.
What materials are available?
- Aluminum. The standard choice. Doesn't rust, comes in many colors, and is light enough for seamless forming.
- Steel. Stronger and heavier, but can rust once the coating wears.
- Copper. Long-lasting and distinctive. Often used in half-round style on older or high-end homes, including historic houses.
- Vinyl. Inexpensive and sold for DIY, but sectional and more prone to cracking and sagging.
What makes a good gutter installation?
- Gutters pitched slightly toward each downspout so water doesn't sit
- Hidden hangers spaced closely and screwed into solid fascia or rafter tails
- Enough downspouts for the roof area, with outlets placed at the low points
- Rotten fascia replaced before new gutters go up
- Downspouts that discharge away from the foundation, not right beside it
What affects the cost of new gutters?
- Linear feet and number of downspouts.
- Size and material. Six-inch and copper cost more than 5-inch aluminum.
- Height and roof pitch.
- Removal and fascia repair. Tearing off old gutters and fixing rot adds labor.
- Guards. Adding guards during installation is usually cheaper than adding them later.
Prices come from the gutter company after they've measured your house and looked at your roofline. We don't quote prices ourselves, and a phone estimate is only a starting point.
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Common questions
How long do aluminum gutters last?
Properly installed seamless aluminum gutters commonly last decades. Fasteners and sealant at corners may need attention sooner.
Do I need a permit to replace gutters in North Carolina?
State law exempts most residential work costing $40,000 or less from building permits, with listed exceptions, and gutters aren't on that list. Your local inspections office can confirm.
Can gutters be installed without new fascia?
Yes, if the fascia is solid. Soft or rotten fascia should be replaced first so the new hangers have something to hold.
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More background: Catawba County gutter and drainage guide.
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