Aluminum gutters offer many benefits that improve upon traditional ones made of galvanized steel, and if your gutters are due for replacement, aluminum is an option worth considering. In this blog, local gutter and roof replacement company Expert Contracting shares the advantages of aluminum gutters.
1. It Works for Any Home Style — Aluminum gutters are built to specification, which means you don’t have to compromise your home style just to enjoy the benefits of aluminum gutters. Whether you have a period architecture or contemporary style home, you can be sure there will be aluminum gutters for it.
2. It’s More Durable — Aluminum does not rust, which is a big advantage for an exterior component that’s constantly exposed to the elements. Aluminum gutters have an expected life span of about 30 years, longer than standard galvanized steel ones. Aluminum is more or less within the same price range as galvanized steel gutters, which gives the former a significantly lower lifetime cost. With proper care and maintenance, it is possible for aluminum gutters to outlive a typical asphalt shingle roof.
3. It Has a Wide Range of Colors — Aluminum comes in a wide selection of factory-applied colors, which makes it easier to match your existing exterior colors, or if you ultimately decide to choose a different color for your upcoming roof repair or replacement. Factory-applied colors are more durable than typical paint, which means you won’t have to scrape and repaint your gutters as often as you would with standard gutters.
4. It Doesn’t Crack or Shatter Due to Temperature Changes — Aluminum gutters do not crack or shatter from exposure to extreme temperatures, making it ideal for use in climates that experience hot summers and sub-zero winters.
5. It Has Low Maintenance Requirements — Standard gutters require regular maintenance apart from cleaning out leaves and debris from gutter troughs. Lack of maintenance can result in corrosion, which is not as much of a concern when you have aluminum gutters. Combined with a good gutter protection system, all you need to do is keep up with scheduled gutter inspections, as prescribed by your gutter contractor.
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