Gutters

Gutter repair

You know your gutters need repair when you notice cracking and seams splitting, rust on the gutters, clogged downspouts, and excess water flowing on the side of your home. It’s imperative to bring in a professional gutter repair contractor ASAP since delay could worsen the problem including structural damage.  Some problems caused by faulty gutter systems include:

• Wood rot
• Patio damage
• Ice dams
• Clogged gutters
• Water damage (foundation and basement leaks)
• Mildew and mold growth

Keeping the gutters clean through regular maintenance helps prevent gutter issues. Call Dunsmore Exteriors, a professional roofing company in Maryland, for fast action. Our gutter pros are experienced, trained, and have excellent customer service. In addition to gutter repair, we offer other solutions, including roofing and window and entry door repairs.

Gutter replacement

Sometimes a seamless gutter repair isn’t sufficient to fix the problem; hence gutter replacement is needed. You can tell when your rain gutters are due for replacement, but if not, our Maryland gutter installers will inspect your leaky gutters and advise you accordingly.

If your gutter system has outlived its lifespan or is sagging or falling, it needs replacement. Repairing a gutter system that needs replacement is expensive in the long run.

Gutter guards in Maryland

Installing gutter guards keeps out twigs, leaves, and other debris from collecting in the seamless gutter system. They preserve the integrity of the gutter system and ensure its efficiently guiding water away from your home’s foundation.

After gutter cleaning, our Maryland gutter experts will install gutter guards and protect the system from degradation and damage.

If you are unsure of getting gutter guards, call Dunsmore Exteriors for a free non-obligatory consultation. A professional installer will take you through the benefits and the options available.

Commercial gutter services in Maryland

Aside from offering residential gutter services, our seamless gutter experts also attend to the needs of commercial establishments in Maryland. Since we understand the role gutter systems play in preserving the integrity of commercial buildings go out of our way to offer:

• Commercial gutter repair or replacement
• Commercial gutter installation

If you need commercial gutter installation services in Maryland, contact us today.

Types of Gutters

When installing new gutters, you need to find a style that compliments your home. Below are some main gutter styles we’ll help you pick from.

K-style gutters

These are the most common gutter types in houses built in the past 50 years. Their unique edge resembles a crown molding, so they improve a home’s look. Most homeowners pick K-style gutters that match their home’s shutters or trim to improve curb appeal.

Their flat back allows for a flush install on the Fascia board to ensure water doesn’t flow on the exterior wall. The folds and bends offer rigidity so that they can withstand more damage compared to half-round gutters. Unfortunately, they are prone to rust and clog easily.

The common sizes are 6” and 5”. The 6” is perfect for higher volumes of rainwater, while the 5” is the industry standard.

Half-round gutters

This gutter style is common in older-style and historic homes. They are semi-circular top open pipes commonly available in 5 and 6 inches. During the installation process, brackets are installed first, and then the half-round gutters are secured.

These gutters are smooth on the inside, making them less prone to corrosion since water doesn’t pool. Moreover, the smoothness provides debris with a clear path making them less prone to clogging.

On the downside, they are expensive, less rigid, and take longer to install.

Box style gutters

These gutters are popularly used on industrial and commercial buildings. They can handle large volumes of water from bigger roofs. Since box gutters need to be tucked under the shingles, they should be installed with the roof. Common box style gutter sizes are 7, 8, and 10 inches.

Gutter Materials

Common gutter materials include aluminum, copper, vinyl, and galvanized steel. While half-round and k-style gutters come in any material, box-style gutters are only made from copper and aluminum.

The materials have their pros and cons.

Seamless aluminum gutters

Pros

• Lightweight
• Affordable option
• Rust resistant
• Available in a variety of colors
• Easy to install

Cons

• Susceptible to damage during extreme temperature changes

Copper gutters

Pros

• Heavy duty (thicker than aluminum gutters)
• Beautiful glow
• Doesn’t rust

Cons

• Expensive
• Heavy, so they get loose often

Galvanized steel gutters

Pros

• Strong
• Can be painted
• Durable gutter

Cons

• Expensive
• Heavy

Vinyl gutters

Pros

• Waterproof
• Cheap
• Easy to install
• Can be painted

Cons

• Only comes in white
• Bends easily
• Color fades

How long do gutters last?

It depends on the gutter material. Vinyl gutters last for a decade, copper gutters last for a century, and aluminum gutters can last for 25 years.

How much does it cost to replace gutters?

Factors influencing the gutter installation cost in Maryland include:

• Removal and disposal – before new gutters are installed, your current gutter system needs to be removed, costing about $100.
• Material – gutter material affects gutter replacement costs ranging between $4 and $30 per linear foot.
• Labor – different gutter professionals charge differently for labor. Dunsmore Exterior’s Maryland gutter replacement is affordable and high quality.
• Home size – generally, the larger the home, the more linear feet of gutters needed, resulting in higher costs.

Schedule your service today

With the role gutters play in your home, you cannot afford to hire amateur gutter companies. Dunsmore Exterior has experience in gutter repair, replacement, and installation. Our experts offer a wide range of quality services using premium quality materials at an affordable price.

For customer satisfaction, we customize solutions based on residential and commercial needs. We’ll guide you through the best type of gutter, size, and color for your home and the gutter installation process.

Call us today for a free consultation and quality gutter services.