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So, you’re thinking about getting seamless rain gutters. Perhaps you’ve heard great things, but you’re hesitant. The initial investment to buy and install seamless rain gutters is a bit more than more traditional options, so you’ve got to know: is it really worth it? You can just ask any rain gutter installers, and we’re sure the answer will be a resounding “yes!”
Here’s Why Seamless Gutters Are Worth It:
Performance
Traditional, or sectional gutters, are made up of smaller sections and fastened together to reach the length of the roof’s perimeter. A seamless gutter is manufactured specifically for each individual roof.
This means the seams are only on corners and spouts. The seams on gutters are where debris most often builds up, causing flooding, and they are the weakest point along the gutter in terms of being watertight. The fewer seams you have, the fewer leaks and blocks you’ll face.
Durability
The joints and seals of rain gutters typically wear much faster than the gutters themselves. Typically, the more seams there are on the gutter, the more often maintenance will be required. It’s also standard for seamless gutters to come with an outer coating to protect them during manufacturing and make them more durable to everyday wear and tear.
Aesthetic
It doesn’t take a trained eye to see that a seamless gutter provides a much nicer look for your home than traditional gutters. The lack of seams and custom fit to the roof makes for a much sleeker, beautiful design for the exterior of your home. They are also customizable to whatever color, shape, and size will best compliment your home.
What Affects the Cost of Seamless Gutters?
The most significant factor in terms of price for rain gutters isn’t actually seamless versus traditional – it’s the material being used.
Aluminum is the standard affordable option, ranging from $5-$15 per foot. There’s also steel, coming in at $7-$13 per foot, and copper, typically between $16-$35 per foot. Copper has the highest durability and the longest life of all three. However, aluminum is still a sleek, durable option with about a 20-year lifespan and a great choice if you don’t live in an area with frequent severe weather conditions.
Seamless vs. Traditional Gutters
Traditional aluminum rain gutters typically range from $5-$12, while seamless aluminum rain gutters are around $10-$15. The price difference will ultimately depend on the size of your home, but an average single-story house might need around 170ft-225ft of gutters. The bigger the house, the more gutters will be needed, and the more pronounced the price difference. With all this in mind, we come back to the original question.
Are Seamless Rain Gutters Really Worth It?
The answer: yes.
All things considered; seamless rain gutters are worth the cost. Given the better performance, lower maintenance, and aesthetic design, most experts and homeowners agree that seamless rain gutters are worth spending a little extra.
At BELDON Roofing Company, we’re always happy to help with expert installation, inspection, maintenance of seamless rain gutters, and a regular inspection to catch problems early on. With the experienced rain gutter installers at BELDON Roofing Company, you could even possibly save money in the long run.
