IL License Number: 104.017181
IL License Number: 104.017181
Proper gutter sizing is crucial for effective water management, protecting your home from water damage, and ensuring the longevity of your roofing and foundation. In this guide, we’ll cover everything you need to know about gutter sizes, including the importance of measuring in linear feet, the differences between standard and oversized gutters, tools needed, measurement steps, gutter materials, and tips for choosing the right gutter system for your home.
While DIY gutter projects most often involve assembling gutter systems from sections bought at Home Depot or Lowe’s, professional gutter installation is different. We purchase gutter coil and accessories, then load the coils onto our machine in our trailer, either at our shop or the supply house. We then bring these materials to your home and fabricate the seamless gutters on-site, custom-cutting to the exact lengths needed for your house. This can add to both aesthetics and functionality.
A 5-inch gutter measures 5 inches in width and 3.5 inches in height, capable of holding about 1.2 gallons of water per foot. In contrast, a 6-inch gutter is 6 inches wide and 5 inches tall, with a capacity of two gallons per foot.
To better explain, when a roof is installed, there is always an overhang to meet code requirements. Shingles should always extend past the fascia. Whether or not you have gutter guards, this overhang reduces the effective width of a 5-inch gutter to about 4 inches. When water flows quickly down the roof, it can easily overflow such a gutter. A 6-inch gutter provides more space for water to enter, making it more effective, especially on steep roofs or roofs that shed water quickly. While a 5-inch gutter may suffice in areas with a low slope, we most often recommend using a 6-inch gutter, because it can handle more volume.
In this video, we showcase a complete gutter installation project in Barrington Hills, IL, where we upgraded the home’s gutters from 5″ to 6″ oversized gutters with improved pitch and larger downspouts to fix overflow issues. Along with highlighting our expert installation process, the video features a fun moment with a surprise guest—a little turtle making his way to the family’s pool!
If you have any questions or need professional advice on choosing the right gutter size for your home, feel free to contact us. Our experts are here to help you make the best choice for your home’s water management system.
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