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.
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