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Copper gutters can add a unique look to your home. |
Spruce Up The Look Of Your Home With Copper Gutters
Written by
Elizabeth Wood
Editor In Chief, United Home Improvement
Gutters are an important component of a functioning home. They
are responsible for catching rain and other debris and moving it
away from the buildings foundation. Gutters can be made from
several materials, including vinyl, steal and aluminum. Among
these materials, copper stands out on its own for offering
unique architectural detailing.
Copper gutters bring an important element to a homes character
and architecture. Copper is not only an attractive material, but
it also offers low maintenance and a long life service.
Generally, cooper gutters are custom installed. This allows for
homeowners to be as creative as they want with gutter detailing.
Of course the quality installation and outstanding appeal...more |
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Help With Gutter Repair
Gutters play an important role in protecting your homes
foundation by carrying away excess rain water. Unfortunately,
they usually get taken advantage of and homeowners fail to
keep up with regular maintenance, ending in more expensive and
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steps to keeping your gutter system in top shape are fairly
simple and can be handled in a short amount of time. There are
four basic types of gutter systems available - Aluminum,
galvanized steel, vinyl and sometimes wood gutters. A gutter
system consists of two main components. First you have...more |
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Gutter Installation Tips
For those of you that plan to install your gutters yourself,
you can find do–it-yourself systems at most hardware and home
improvement stores. The most popular gutter options are
aluminum and vinyl systems. Of those two, a vinyl system is
probably the easiest to install and the |
sturdiest. However, hot sunny days and vinyl do not mix well.
The hot sunlight often causes the vinyl to chip and crack.
Do-it-yourself kits come with a variety of downspouts, end
caps, corner connections, and several other workings. Keep in
mind that by installing gutters with a do-it-yourself kit you
are...more |
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