Commercial and residential gutters operate essentially the same way – water flows off the roof into the gutter trough, then into the downspouts where it is channeled away from the building. However, there are a couple of differences that can be found between commercial and residential gutters.

One of the key differences between residential and commercial gutters is that commercial buildings are subject to different codes and regulations than residences. This means that there may be more stringent rules on the gutter material that is allowed to be used, as well as regarding the positioning of the downspouts to ensure that the runoff does not affect other businesses or overload the storm drains. Another difference found between commercial and residential gutters is that commercial gutters tend to be slightly larger. That’s because commercial buildings are usually larger than homes, so larger gutters are needed to channel the rain falling off the roof.

If you are looking for a superior gutter system to traditional residential gutters with attached gutter guards, consider BELDON® LeafGuard. Our unique seamless gutter system has a debris-shedding hood built right in to the one-piece design. So leaves, twigs, and other debris simply wash across the top and onto the ground, while water clings to the curved surface of the hood and into the gutters. Plus, BELDON® LeafGuard features 3 x 4-inch downspouts that are larger than the average downspout typically found on residential gutters. In fact, our gutters can effectively handle up to 32 inches of rain per hour, more than three times the heaviest rainfall ever recorded by the U.S. Weather Bureau. To learn more about BELDON® LeafGuard, contact us today.

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