All About Rain Gutters

January 04, 2010

Rain gutters are made from several materials, into different styles, for a variety of conditions. If you need to replace your rain gutters, or if you are initially installing your gutters, you should research before you buy. Even inexpensive gutters are not cheap, and you’ll want to get the kind of gutter you need for the amount of money you can spend.

Common Rain Gutter Materials

  • Vinyl rain gutters are lightweight, inexpensive, and will not rust or rot. Some vinyl products are sturdier than others, and are priced accordingly.
  • Aluminum rain gutters are sturdier than vinyl and won’t rust or rot, but they can corrode, crack and bend.
  • Copper rain gutters are sturdy and rustproof, but incredibly expensive. If looks are important to you, though, copper is worth the price.
  • Galvanized steel rain gutters are the sturdiest of the bunch, but also require the most maintenance. If you don’t mind the initial expense, however, and are willing to maintain them, these are a good investment.

    Basic Rain Gutter Systems

    • Sectional gutters are sold in 8 to 22 foot lengths and are snapped, glued, or soldered together. This can be done by the homeowner or a professional. Sectional rain gutters are easy to install, but time consuming
    • Seamless gutters are very popular right now. The gutters are fabricated on site from aluminum, steel or copper, and installed by a professional. The absence of seams means fewer potential leaks, and lower maintenance as a result.

    Choose your rain gutters carefully. Invest a bit of time, and you will find a rain gutter system which you can afford and are also willing to live with.

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