Your eavestrough system plays an important role in protecting your home from water damage. Properly installed and regularly maintained eavestroughs can help extend the life of your roof, siding, windows, doors, and foundations. Envirotech Exteriors Inc. is your source for all eavestrough installation & repair services in Burlington, Hamilton & Niagara. Envirotech Exteriors Inc. offers on site extruded seamless eavestrough. Another great feature of our product is that they are part of the Colour Clear Through program, which means they can be matched to any siding, windows and doors to complete the look of your home. Envirotech Exteriors Inc. also offers eavestrough installation & repair services in Kitchener, Waterloo & Guelph.
But how do you go about properly installing eavestroughs? Let’s take a look.
Eavestrough Materials
The first step in installation involves choosing the right materials for the job. The most common types of eavestrough materials are aluminum, vinyl, and copper. Aluminum is the most popular choice due to its affordability and durability; however, it can be prone to rusting if not properly maintained. Vinyl is lightweight and easy to install but can crack in extreme temperatures. Copper offers superior protection against rusting and cracking but is more expensive than other options.
Measuring Your Eaves & Installing Hangers
Once you have your materials selected, you will need to measure each side of your eaves where the eavestroughs will be installed. Measure from the peak of the roof down to where you want the troughs to end at ground level. Next, you will need to install hangers every 2 feet along each side of your eaves so that they can support your new eavestroughs when they’re installed. You will also need to install end caps at each end of your troughs to ensure that water flows through them properly.
Connecting & Sealing Troughs
Now it’s time to connect your eavestrough pieces together using sealant or screws depending on which material you’ve chosen for your project. You should check all connections for leaks before completing the installation process by adding downspouts at each end of your troughs that funnel water away from your home’s foundation into a drain or dry well nearby. Finally, make sure all connections are secure and that all gutter pieces fit snugly with no gaps between them for optimal results.
Conclusion:
Installing an eavestrough system is a crucial part of protecting your home from water damage caused by rainwater runoff around its foundation or walls. Not only does it extend the life of key building components such as roofs and windows, but it also helps maintain a safe environment by directing rainwater away from areas where it could cause flooding or erosion issues over time due to improper drainage methods being used in those areas. With proper planning, installation steps taken correctly, and regular maintenance required (cleaning gutters twice a year), homeowners can rest assured knowing their homes are well-protected against water damage for years to come!
