Gutter Information

A rain gutter (also known as eavestrough), eaves channel, guttering or gutter is a narrow channel, or trough, forming the component of a roof system which collects and diverts rainwater shed by a roof.

The main purpose of a rain gutter is to protect a building's foundation by channeling water away from its base. They also help to reduce erosion, prevent leaks in basements and crawlspaces, protect painted surfaces by reducing exposure to water, and provide a means to collect rainwater for later use.

Rain gutters can be constructed from a variety of materials, including cast iron, lead, zinc, galvanized steel, painted steel, copper, painted aluminium, PVC (and other plastics), concrete, stone, and wood.

Water collected by a rain gutter is fed, usually via a downspout (traditionally called a leader or conductor), from the roof edge to the base of the building where it is either discharged or collected. A collection system strategy for water carried from rain gutters may include a rain barrel or a cistern. Gutter Cleaning is always essential to maintain your gutter system. If the gutters cannot drain they will not work.

We recommend and install k-style seamless aluminum gutters for most residential applications. They are affordable, long lasting, and by far the most practical solution to divert rain water from your roof.

The industry standard. This is the style of choice for residential homes.

The Standard gutter used for commercial applications.

These round gutters are typically used for historic homes, or for aesthetic reasons. They hold less water volume then a k-style gutter of the same size.

Most people don't know all the styles of metal gutters. Here are the ones we know of.