Repair or Replace Gutters?

Starting off like I usually do.....the call comes in for our service...this time: "Do you replace gutters?"

Of course we can and do, but the question you need to ask though is if we will attempt to repair.
We do.

You see, I think most customers are so used to things being run a certain way.  Your gutter got banged by a tree branch?  Rip it all down, and put up new, right?  Well, that would be the most profitable for the company (generally they run a markup on the parts).  Is it sensible though- for you the consumer? I mean- is it necessary? Fyi, most of the time you can bend the gutter back into shape.

Recently, I received a call asking if we install gutter.  Again, of course the answer is yes.  However, after asking a few questions, we found out that the downspout had fallen down and needed to be reattached.  The only new materials required were new brackets.  The thing is, we don't mark up our parts and the cost of labor would be the same whether it was installing a new piece of downspout or using the existing gutter.

We are a service company.  We seek to perform our services in the best interest of our customers.  If you reside in our area, of course we hope you call on us for your gutter needs.  However, if you're outside of Central, Pa and you're reading this, consider asking different questions when scheduling service on your gutters or other home maintenance items.

Leaky Gutter

Big annoyance, easy fix....

We've seen it many times when we're out clearing debris from clogged gutters.
There are two main reason why the gutter would be leaking at a seam- particularly the inside miter as shown here.

1- Silicone deteriorates over time.
2- The gutter has been left unattended, clogged with debris, had water sitting in it over colder months, and froze.

The solution is to re-caulk the connection.
Simple, right?

Gutter Repairs Red Lion, Lancaster, Springettsbury, Dover

Did you miss getting a Fall clean out and  your gutters suffered for it?  Extra debris  and blockage prevents melting snow from flowing down the gutter system.  Rather it remains stuck and ices back up.  The ice expands and can cause damage to your gutters and beyond.  This is why routine maintenance is so important.

Many times the thought is that a bent or sagging gutter must be replaced....or..."my gutter is leaking in the corner, I'll call for a quote on gutter installation."  This is often not the case, but generally if you call someone listed as a gutter installer they will not offer you a low cost repair option.  They may have a roll of aluminum sitting in their warehouse that they are itching to hang.

A gutter cleaner should and will offer you low cost solutions to your gutter issues.  Gutter cleaners are in the business of regular maintenance.  Repairs that a gutter cleaning company such as Mr. Green Gutter Cleaning, typically offers are: bending back gutter (when a small portion has bowed out or down), installing a drip edge, adding extra hangers, sealing seams.

If you are experiencing damage from this year's winter storms and think that you repairs may be on the  minor side, contact us today.  If the repairs are out of our realm of expertise, we will refer you a more appropriate company.