How to Measure for Gutters
A step-by-step way to measure for gutters — roof-edge lengths, corners, downspout planning, and pitch and fascia notes.
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Gutters
Gutters are the first stage in moving roof water away from your home. Get the size, slope and material right and the rest of the system has a fighting chance; get them wrong and water ends up against your walls and foundation. This section explains how gutters work, how they fail, and how to think about type and material choices.
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Gutters articles
Gutter Splash Guards and Valley Diverters
How splash guards and valley diverters stop concentrated valley runoff from shooting over the front of the gutter.
Fascia and Soffit Repair Basics
How fascia and soffit rot when water gets behind the gutter, and how repair fixes the source, the wood, and the gutter grip.
Choosing Gutter Colors and Style
How gutter color and profile shape curb appeal — matching trim, roof, or contrasting, and the color limits of each material.
5-Inch vs 6-Inch Gutters
How 5-inch and 6-inch gutters compare on capacity, downspouts, cost and looks, and how to choose the right size for your roof.
Best Gutters for Heavy Rain
What actually helps gutters handle heavy rain — size, downspouts, outlets, profile and slope — and the whole-system thinking that prevents overflow.
Gutter Styles and Profiles Explained
A plain-English guide to K-style, half-round and box gutter profiles — how each looks, its capacity, cleaning and cost, and how to choose.
Do You Really Need Gutters?
When a house can skip gutters and when it truly needs them, based on overhang, soil, ground slope and foundation type — plus partial-gutter options.
What to Look For in New Gutters
A homeowner's checklist for buying new gutters — material, seamless vs sectional, sizing, hangers, slope and downspouts — so install quality matches the product.