Gutter System Planning
A new gutter system should collect roof runoff and move it to downspouts without creating overflow or directing water against the home. Roof area, roofline length and available downspout locations all influence the layout.
This service is for new or replacement gutters. Cleaning, localized repairs and gutter guards have separate services.
Gutter Size, Material & Profile
Common residential systems can vary in width, shape and material. Larger roof areas or steep surfaces may need more capacity than a small simple roofline.
Material and profile should coordinate with the home and the selected hanger system. No single gutter size is assumed to fit every roof without considering runoff conditions.
Slope, Outlets & Downspouts
Gutters need enough slope to move water toward outlets while still looking visually level along the fascia. Downspouts should be located where they can receive the flow and discharge it safely.
Too few downspouts or poor outlet locations can contribute to overflow even when the gutter itself is clean.
Fascia and Roof-Edge Conditions
The gutter attaches near the roof edge, so damaged fascia, loose boards or existing roof problems should be corrected before a new system is installed. Fastening a gutter to deteriorated wood is not a durable solution.
Roof drip edges and flashing interfaces also need to work with the new gutter rather than directing water behind it.
Drainage Termination Boundary
Downspouts need a discharge strategy, whether that is a surface extension or connection to an existing drainage system. The gutter service does not automatically include new underground drainage.
If runoff currently collects at the foundation, the project may need a broader drainage plan beyond replacing the visible gutters.
FAQ
Does a new gutter system include downspouts?
The design should include the outlets and downspouts needed for the roofline.
Can gutters be installed on rotten fascia?
The supporting fascia should be repaired first.
Does this include underground drains?
New underground drainage is not automatically included. Gutter work needs a planned downspout discharge route, such as a surface extension or suitable existing drain; water collecting at the foundation may require a broader drainage plan.