CONKLIN Frequently Asked Questions
Your Questions Answered about Gutters and
Metal Roofing
Did you know?
Last winter alone there was millions of dollars in insured losses in the US due to burst pipes, frozen gutters and other weather-related problems.
Question --
What is the primary purpose of gutters?
Answer --
Gutters
and downspout system prevent rain from pouring down the sides
of your house or business. Pooling water that collects around
foundation
can cause structural damage over time.
Question --
How do gutters get clogged?
Answer --
Debris such as roof asphalt, dirt
and sand combined with leaves, acorns, pine cones, seedlings
and branches may accumulate in gutters obstructing
water drainage. This material combines to form a formidable
block in gutters and down spounts.
Question --
What happens as a result
of gutter clogging?
Answer --
Clogged gutters will wash over water and
drip down the sides of the house causing
siding damage, discoloration, staining, windows and door damage
over time.
Question --
How often should gutters be cleaned and maintenanced?
Answer --
This depends
on where you live. You should have your gutters cleaned and
check at least once a year. If you are surrounded by trees,
you may
want to clean out your gutters twice a year.
Question --
What is so different about Seamless Gutters? Why
are they better?
Answer -- Seamless gutters won't leak at seams because there
are none; sections join only at inside and outside corners
and at downspout outlets.
Question --
How much does a new gutter system cost?
Answer -- The cost of a new gutter system will vary depending
on the type of gutter material used aluminum, steel, or copper,
total linear footage, the amount and length of down spouts,
numer of mitered corners and whether or not the fascia boards,
which the gutters attach to, need to be replaced or not. The
degree of difficulty is also factored in depending on the type
installation performed.
Question --
Can I get a free no obligation estimate?
Answer --
We provide
general estimates over the phone and on our gutters estimate
page. Simply call (757) 721-6546 or (757) 635-1250 and answer
a few simple questions about your home. No marketing or sales
people
will continue to contact you. We do not sell or share your
information with any 3rd parties. We respect your privacy.
Thank you for visiting our website and thank you for your interest in Conklin Seamless Gutter!
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