Galvanized steel box gutters
After a gutter measurement is taken and the appropriate length is extruded, additional measurements are taken for accessories that are required on these gutter systems. Drop tube locations are determined where downspouts will be placed, end caps are installed where the gutter will terminate on the home and miters are hand cut where two gutters meet at inside or outside corners of the roof system. These accessories are fastened with aluminum pop rivets to ensure that unsightly rust stains from steel zip screws will not show up on your newly installed gutter system. After cutting and installing these additional accessories, the gutter is then lifted into place and a level is used to drain water from high points to downspout locations that were previously determined. These gutter accessories are then sealed with a manufacturer recommended gutter sealant.
Once the gutter is properly placed and drainage requirements are met, hidden gutter screws are then installed through the fascia boards and into the rafter tails of the home to ensure that a gutter does not pull loose and detach from the structure of your home. This is especially important in areas like Louisville and Southern Indiana where snow and ice build-up can create large amounts of weight for the gutter to endure.
Other important components that are installed during this process are gutter apron (drip edge), splash guards, and water diverters. Gutter apron is a piece of flashing that is designed to be installed under your roofing underlayment and shingles that will direct water into your gutter. Houses that do not have gutter apron or drip edge installed can allow water to get behind the gutter and can prematurely deteriorate your fascia boards, soffits and landscaping. Splash guards and water diverters are also important accessories as they keep water from overflowing the gutter in high drainage areas such as valleys.
Most commonly installed gutter systems on residential homes are comprised of 6 inch gutters with 3 inch by 4 inch rectangular downspouts. Contact a Deer Park Roofing staff member to learn more about your home’s individual drainage requirements.
For more information about box gutter repair or replacement, please email us. You can also view gutter colors or request an estimate online.
Deer Park Roofing has five full time box gutter crews with years of experience to ensure every installation is a success.
Some contractors (who are not experienced in the replacement of box gutters) may recommend the removal of a box gutter system (including framing) to accommodate a new and less expensive aluminum gutter system. Deer Park Roofing, Inc. does not recommend the removal or elimination of a built in gutter system from an existing structure for the following architectural reasons:
For more information about box gutter repair or replacement, please email us. You can also view gutter colors or request an estimate online.
Deer Park Roofing has five full time box gutter crews with years of experience to ensure every installation is a success.
2. Red Rosin paper is installed as a slip sheet between the steel box gutter lining and the wood substrate.
3. A 26 gauge galvanized steel liner is custom fabricated and installed in the box gutters with all necessary outlets and miters.
4. Stainless steel outlet tubes last longer than galvanized outlet tubes and are easier to maintain as it is nearly impossible to paint them.
6. All seams and outlets in the box gutters are riveted and soldered to prevent leakage.
7. Roofing materials are installed and a primer is applied to the box gutters.
8. A direct to metal paint is applied to the box gutters.
For more information about box gutter repair or replacement, please email us. You can also view gutter colors or request an estimate online.
Deer Park Roofing has five full-time box gutter crews with years of experience to ensure every installation is a success.
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