Covering up the Old House’s Gutters

Many houses in the country are throwbacks to an older era. You may even know some friends whose homes date back decades but have been well-maintained the whole time. In some parts of the country, there are some houses that were actually built before the United States came into existence! While these homes may have period charm, a perennial problem of dated houses is during inclement weather is manifested on its roof. The surrounding yard may even exacerbate it, especially if there are trees. That’s when you need rain guard gutters to protect the value of the home.

Gutter protection systems are, for the most part, designed to be installed over the gutter troughs themselves. A fine wire mesh is the centerpiece of the best systems, which helps block the passage of debris into the gutters themselves.

The choice of gutter system for older homes is vital to ensuring the gutter protection device’s effectiveness. For instance: some experts recommend that the slope must be no less than one inch down for every 40 feet. As far as materials go, K-style aluminum gutters are of high standard but must be replaced with new gutters if the existing system is already damaged, and then topped off with the gutter covers.

Putting up a gutter guard system for your old house may help stop water buildup where it shouldn’t be happening. Some may claim that a modern attachment detracts from the aesthetic value of the old house, but when you consider the long-term impact, such a solution helps continue the homes longevity.