Your gutters need help to function properly over the years. They’re not self-sufficient and will need some enhancements to ensure they continue to work as designed. Read on as we discuss the four most popular gutter enhancement products on the market.
1. Wire Mesh Screens
This gutter enhancement is both cheap and easy to install. It keeps pests and birds from damaging your gutters, while also filtering out stray leaves during light rain. The only downside is that mesh screens aren’t as reliable during heavy rainstorms.
2. Gutter Guards
Gutter guards or gutter covers are devices you install over your gutters. They’re similar to wire mesh covers, only closed and more effective at blocking debris during heavy rainfall. Only skilled roofers should install gutter guards.
3. Heat Tapes
Your gutters are at their most vulnerable during the winter. If you live in an area with cold weather, this gutter enhancement is perfect for you. They immediately unfreeze frozen rainwater on your gutters to prevent blockages. You can apply the heat tape through cables running through your gutters and your downspout.
4. Seamless Gutters
Gutter seams are the weak point of every gutter system because they’re highly susceptible to leaks. As opposed to sectional gutters that are welded together piece by piece, seamless gutters are custom designed to fit along your roof line in one single piece, thus significantly reducing the risk of leaks.
Royal Roofing Construction offers a wide range of services for your residential roofing projects. Call us at (866) 985-6303 or fill out our contact form to request a free project estimate. We proudly serve homeowners in Santa Ana, CA, and the surrounding areas.
