There are many options to choose from when considering new gutters.
Environmental and monetary costs will be kept down by choosing a guttering material suitable for your climate.
The two most preferred materials are copper and aluminium. Experts see the non-rust features of aluminium gutters as a benefit. Copper guttering is sturdy and lasting, too, but they can cost three to four times as much as aluminium.
Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) is also used for gutters, but it can become brittle through age and cold weather, and cannot carry as much snow as metal gutters. And lets just say it is not a very green choice of guttering. Throughout its life cycle, PVC poses a danger to human health and the environment and is an hazardous material according to the US government. Harmful synthetic chemicals that can cause cancer and damage the immune and reproductive systems are released during PVC’s life cycle.
Although expensive, replacing your gutters gives you the chance to make use of the water collected from your roof. Collecting rainwater in a barrel can save you using your hose pipe to water non-edible plants in your garden.
Keeping gutters clear will prevent damage to your home through flooding and overspill and proper maintenance will reduce the need for replacements.
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