Gutter Installation

Common DIY Gutter Installation Mistakes

Many homeowners choose to pursue gutter installations themselves. However, there are number of DIY mistakes that they tend to make that could result in damaging the house and jeopardizing the safety of the occupants. Here are some of the mistakes that professional gutter installation Denver Co, can help you prevent –

  • Wrong Calculation of Pitch

Typically, gutters need to be installed with a slight pitch. This allows the water to flow down towards the downspouts with ease. The pitch is usually one or two inches of decline at every 40-feet of the length of the gutter. This also allows you to keep the gutters clean and clog-free since the dirt and debris can easily flow down. Homeowners often make mistakes with this calculation or entirely forget to take it into account.

  • Choosing the Wrong Type of Gutter

Buying a gutter can be a confusing endeavour for the ill experienced, especially since they come in different sizes, shapes, gauges and materials. Selecting the wrong type of gutter for your home can cause a number of problems. With a professional gutter installation Denver Co, you will be able to find a gutter with the most durable material in the right size.

  • Wrong Installation Location

Most homeowners assume that since the rainwater runs off the edge of the roof, the right location for the gutter is the roof’s edge. However, since the water tends to pull back up through capillary action on the underside of the roof, it will drip down under the roof.

If the gutter is positioned a few inches under the roof, you can prevent the boards from damaging due to the slid down fascia and soffit.

Darren Lawson

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