East Coast Gutters

What are seamless gutters?

Continuous Rain Guttering, "Seamless Gutters" is nationally recognized as the most popular form of guttering. Seventy-five percent of all guttering installed throughout the nation is Continuous. Its popularity is easily understood because . . .

Continuous Rain Guttering eliminates unsightly seams and reduces the possibility of leaks
Baked on enamel finish never needs painting.
Protects the beauty of your home and landscaping
Heavy gauge aluminum and steel exceeds federal housing requirements.
Forming on the job site in our factory on wheels.
Most jobs completed in one day.
Many colors from which to choose
Lifetime guarantee

Why Do I Need Gutters On My Home?
Without properly installed quality gutters, rain will introduce water back to your home causing rot damage to exterior doors and windows, and other wood which can result in extensive damage and expensive repair work. The water can also damage landscaping and even your foundation. When it rains it is also very windy at times and that is what will cause the damage to occur with poorly installed or clogged gutters (like the one shown) just as with no gutters at all.

East Coast Gutters & Siding is located in Colonial Beach, VA and with our local weather we have a lot of rain at once or long periods of time without any. This is not good for foundations and will promote movement in the earth below your home. Too much water is just as bad as not enough and you should control water run off with a gutter system to carry it at least 3ft from your foundation. In times of no rain, you should water your foundation with a soaker hose or sprinkler system.

Waterfall Gutter Protection is not like anything you have used or seen. East Coast Gutters can install attractive, maintenance free gutter guards to your gutters that will prevent damage and maintain the beauty of your home. All work is fully insured and guaranteed!

Do I really need Waterfall Vinyl Gutter Guard Protection? You Bet! Here’s why!

Having dirty, clogged gutters prevents water flow and can be just as bad or even worse than having no gutters at all. If you do not have the time or ability to clean the gutters and perform regular maintenance, then you need Waterfall Vinyl Gutter Guard©. Good gutter cover protection prevents clogs, birds’ nests, debris, and plant life from building up in your gutters and you never have to clean your gutters again.

Great weather... if you're a duck!
Rain gutters aren't very exciting. You probably never even notice yours until something goes wrong with them.
Then, it's the wrong kind of excitement!
Gutters and downspouts (rainspouts) collect and carry away rainwater that would otherwise run off the roof and splash down, eroding the soil and staining the siding.
More important, gutters and downspouts form the first line of defense against a wet basement or crawl space.
If you let water collect along the foundation, hydrostatic pressure will build, and water will eventually find its way inside your house!

If your downspouts or gutters have leaks, don't wait for the telltale water stains in your basement to decide to get the gutters replaced!

Tip: Have you cleaned your gutters lately?
Debris piled high in gutters can cause expensive damage to fascia boards and roof rafters. The debris will act like a wick and bring water in the bottom of the gutter up to the fascia.

Not sure if you need new gutters? Not sure if you have fascia rot due to poor gutters? Please feel welcome to contact us for more information, or request a free consultation

Gutter Maintenance
-- Now's the Time!

Plugged gutters and downspouts can be worse than none at all. Instead of directing rainwater away from your house, plugged gutters and downspouts block the water flow and force it to go where it shouldn't -- e.g., against roof sheathing, siding and soffit or onto your driveway and into your garage. Over time this can lead to rot and the need for expensive repairs.

It's best to check and clean your gutters and downspouts twice a year: in the spring, after the winter rains, and in the fall, before the next rainy season. If you have big trees near enough to your home to drop leaves onto your roof, clean your gutters more often.

All you need to get started is a ladder, work gloves, a bucket, a garden hose and motivation. Galvanized gutters are sturdy enough to lean a ladder against, but aluminum gutters are not. When in doubt, use a stepladder, stabilizer bars or some other arrangement that will spare your gutter. Make sure the ladder is absolutely safe before you climb it.

Reach into the gutter with a gloved hand and sweep it for debris. Put the debris in a bucket and haul it down, or simply drop the debris on the ground to clean up later. When you think you've got that stretch of gutter clean, hook up your garden hose and run a hefty volume of water through the whole system. This will flush out any remaining debris as well as let you know if the downspout is working.

Performing repairs in wet weather is not just a drag for you -- it also limits your choice of repair materials. So be sure to do your cleaning when there is dry weather on the horizon -- that way you'll have plenty of time to perform unexpected repairs.