One of the more frequently asked questions we get are how seamless gutters differ from regular gutters. In the presence of rain you want all of the water to go from hitting your roofline to pouring down your gutter off into drainage areas.
Seamless Gutters in Amarillo TX
What is the Purpose of Rain Gutters
Unfortunately, as important as gutters are, they’re often an afterthought in the home building, renovation and maintenance processes. While most people understand that the purpose of gutters is to gather rain, and move it off the roof via a downspout, very few understand the destruction rain water can cause if not disposed of properly.
Below we will dive into the top reasons you should install rain gutters on your home, and explain what the purpose of gutters on a house is, so that you can prevent irreversible damage the lack of gutters can cause.
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7 Ways to Improve Your Home’s Curb Appeal
Ready to be the envy of the neighborhood? Or just looking to spruce up your home exterior? There’s many ways to re-energize the outside of your home whether you’re ready to put your house up for sale or simply freshen things up. Here’s seven ways you can improve your home’s curb appeal in a single afternoon.
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How to Care for A Wood Fence
With the fluctuating heat and cold weather in Amarillo it can be a little tricky to maintain your fence. However, by taking a few additional steps you can protect your fence investment for far longer. Here are a few tips to help you care for your wood fence.
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Benefits of Seamless Gutters
Compared to sectional gutters, with seamless gutters you are getting a single piece. Seamless gutters are preferable over sectional gutters for a number of reasons including:
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6 Tips on How To Manage Stormwater Runoff
When you have saturated soil or the volume of water is much larger than the surface it’s trying to infiltrate, runoff occurs. As this water runs down, it can gather untreated pollutants like sediment and pesticides and drain down into our natural waterways.
Take advantage of the following tips to manage stormwater runoff and reduce nearby pollutants.
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Different Gutter Materials and Their Pros and Cons
Are you looking to install a gutter system and weighing your gutter options?
First, you’ll need to decide whether you want a continuous gutter or sectional system. Keep in mind sectional systems leak within the joints and seams. Continuous gutters are not only less prone to leaks, but also have greater curb appeal.
Now, consider the following gutter materials.
Choosing the Right Gutter Size
What many people don’t know as they invest in a gutter system is they should be thinking about how large of a gutter they need. Although five-inch K-style gutters and six-inch half-round gutters are common with many homes, some properties need additional gutter support to prevent pooling and overflowing water.
What to Check for Outside the Home After Hail
If you ever run into the unfortunate situation of hail damage, it can feel very overwhelming. You may wonder where do I begin to assess the damage and what do I do next?
How to Take Care of Your Gutter System During a Drought
Here in Amarillo and the rest of the Panhandle, we go through long periods without rain. Most people don’t think about their gutters during droughts and focus on their landscaping and water conservation. But during droughts gutters systems can run into issues you need to be aware of.