Gutters sized and pitched to move the water away
Gutters do one job: carry roof water away from your foundation. We install new systems and correct the ones that overflow, sag or dump water in the wrong place.
What good gutters get right
- Sized to the roof area and pitch they drain
- Pitched so water actually reaches the downspouts
- Downspouts placed where they drain away from the foundation, walkways and driveways
- Fastened into solid fascia, not just the old holes
- Coordinated with drip edge so water ends up in the gutter, not behind it
Gutters and Minnesota winters
Ice and snow are hard on gutters. Overflowing or clogged gutters can add to ice build-up at the eaves, and heavy ice can pull a poorly fastened gutter off the house. Gutters alone don't cause ice dams, which come mostly from heat loss and ventilation, but a well-installed system helps the roof edge handle melt water.
If you're replacing the roof, it's a good time to evaluate gutters too. See roof replacement. If fascia or soffit is coming off with the gutters, it's also a practical time to plan soffit lighting at the eaves. Hail can also dent gutters and downspouts, which is covered in our storm damage inspections.
Gutter questions
Should I get gutter guards?
Guards can reduce cleaning under heavy tree cover but don't eliminate maintenance. We'll tell you honestly whether they're worth it for your lot.
Can you fix my existing gutters instead of replacing them?
Often, yes. Re-pitching, re-fastening and resealing can solve a lot of problems if the gutters themselves are in good shape.
Water spilling over the gutters?
We'll find out why and how to fix it.