Valley Contracting LLC is based on Phoenix metro area. We specialize in seamless aluminum gutter installations, gutter replacements, gutter repairs, and gutter leaf guard installations.
Seamless Gutter Installation and Repair In Phoenix metro area
Gutter Installation
Gutter Installation, Replacement, and Repair Service Based In Phoenix metro area
Gutters are a crucial component of your home’s water management system. Without gutters, you will easily wind up with water damage on your roof and other areas of your home’s interior, exterior and Foundation.. Sectional gutters are the typical choice among homeowners because they are cheap and easy to install. However, most gutter contractors will recommend a seamless gutter installation. Seamless gutters offer innumerable advantages to the homeowners who choose to install them on their property.
5” vs 6” K Style Gutters – What’s the difference?
You already know the benefits of a seamless gutter system, but we know you’ve been losing sleep wondering what the difference is between 5-inch and 6-inch gutters and which is the right choice for your home. Good news! We’re here to break down details of the two most common gutter sizes so you can make an informed decision.
There are many different gutter styles and types, including galvanized, commercial, half-round, and others. When you picture gutters on a house, there’s a high likelihood the type you visualize is K Style, which makes sense because it’s the single most popular variation installed in North America. The typical size of K Style gutters installed is a toss-up between 5-inch and 6-inch. And, yes – that extra inch does make a difference, as you’ll find out below.
5inch vs 6 inch gutter
As you can see in the picture above, that one extra inch makes quite a difference. In fact, 6-inch gutters can hold about 50% more water than 5-inch gutters! When choosing the size of your gutter, we need to take into consideration a couple of factors:
Size of Your Home / Roof Planes
Roof’s Pitch
Amount of Rainfall in Your Area
Look/Style
Size of Your Home/Roof Planes:
The optimal size of the gutter you need will depend on the amount of water the gutter needs to handle. The bigger the square footage of the roof, the more water goes into the gutter. For example, if your roof’s plane is 600-800 square feet, you should be fine with having 5-inch gutters. The plane refers to one complete area, which includes four edges, typically one side of a gable or hip. On the other hand, if your roof’s plane is 1,000+ square feet, we recommend putting on 6-inch gutters as this results in double the water amount going into your gutters. If you recently replaced your roof and your roofing contractor extended your shingles more than 1.5 inches past the roof edge, water will most likely overshoot the gutter during a heavier rainstorm. In this case, we also recommend a 6” gutter as a longer overhang equals less water in the gutter.
Roof’s Pitch:
Pitch – aka, how steep your roof is – is another key factor to consider when choosing your gutter size. The speed at which water gets directed into your gutter increases with the pitch. A higher pitch results in a higher speed of water flow. Gutters need to be appropriately selected to accommodate water accumulation and get it delivered to the downspouts and away from the structure of your home. It’s possible that even if you have a roof plane in that 600-800 square feet range we mentioned above, but the pitch is very steep, you may be better off with 6-inch gutters.
Rainfall in your area
At the end of the day, Phoenix metro area monsoons and Unexpected heavy rain. we recommend 6” gutters for a lot of homes.
Summary:
6-inch gutters can handle almost 50% more water than 5-inch gutters. They are installed with downspouts for better water management. 6-inch gutters are less likely to get clogged up because they can handle more water flow, and they come with a bigger outlet. If you have a small home with a roof that isn’t very steep or under 800sqf , 5” gutters will suffice. Otherwise, go for 6” gutters. Whichever size you decide to go for, make sure to check the materials and components your contractor uses; you can learn more about what makes a great seamless gutter system here.
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Services We Can Provide
gutter installation in Phoenix metro area. We can install new gutter on your home, garage, or building.
seamless-gutter-service We manufacture and install seamless 5" or 6" gutters in classic or half-round styles.
We can replace old, failing, or broken gutter systems.
We can repair broken or leaking gutters and downspouts.
We install gutter protection systems to keep the leaves and debris out of your gutters and to reduce your home maintenance requirements.
We're Not Like Every Other Gutter Installation Company In Phoenix metro area
Experience The Valley Contracting LLC Difference
Properly Licensed
We are properly licensed within Massachusetts to provide gutter installation services.
Properly Insured
We carry sufficient insurance to ensure your property is protected.
Experienced
Our team has many years of experience manufacturing and installing gutter systems.
Competitive Pricing
We won't be the lowest bid but we'll always provide the best quality and most value.
Pro Equipment
We use professional grade tools and equipment for fantastic results and reliability.
Spotless Clean Up
You'll never know we were on your property aside from the beautiful work we've left behind.
Quality Materials
We always use top quality materials to ensure your gutters last for many years.
Great Communication
We are excellent communicators and keep you in the loop at every stage of your project.
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We have many happy clients who are absolutely thrilled with the work we've done for them.