How to Avoid Major Gutter & Home Repairs

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

Your gutters serve an important purpose, keeping water away from the foundation of your home to avoid unwelcome structural and water damage. However, like almost everything in your home, in order to function properly your gutters must be maintained on a regular basis. To help you avoid potential gutter problems and damage down the road, here are a few great tips to keep him mind as you monitor your gutter maintenance.

• Look for leaks. Clogged gutters do not allow water to be dispersed away from your home, which can lead to crawl space or basement flooding. Be on the look out for suspicious puddles or water stains on the walls.


• Check for cracks. If water is pooling around your home’s foundation it can weaken the footing and create visible cracks in your foundation wall. As the weather cools down these cracks can become more visible due to the natural freezing and expanding of water.


• Spot the rot. Clogged, backed up gutters will overflow and cause rotting to occur on the wood fascia around the house. If you notice wood rot, clean the gutters immediately and call a professional to replace the damaged fascia boards.


• Inspect the pavement. If you notice sagging or cracking on your driveway or walkway, this could indicate that water is not being redirected properly by your gutters. This may be due to a clog or interruption in the system’s water flow.

The best way to prevent major damage is to have your gutters cleaned by a professional regularly who will always be on the look out for suspicious inconsistencies within your home and gutter system. That way you’ll never have to worry about finding the time to clean before it’s too late!

All Aluminum Gutters proudly serves Long Island, Westchester and the 5 Boroughs of New York City, providing gutter cleaning, repair and installation services all year round.

To learn more about how we can help keep your home protected from water damage, structural issues and unnecessary flooding, click here or call 631-816 2498 today.

How To Identify Unstable Trees Around Your Home

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

Trees are a beautiful part of nature that provide sought after shade and privacy when planted around any home. However, over time trees can become weakened or sick, causing them to fall down with little warning. A fallen tree can cause tremendous damage to your home’s gutters, siding and more.

Fortunately, there are a few ways to identify unstable trees around your home to prevent a disaster from occurring.

Start with an inspection. After a heavy rainstorm or during the fall after a tree’s leaves have been shed are the best times to check out your trees for any inconsistencies. Look for differentiation between branches and bark, as cuts or peeling can indicate illness. If you don’t notice any physical symptoms, step back and ask yourself these three questions:

1. Are your trees leaning? Though it’s natural for trees to grow on a slight angle, heavy leaning can indicate uneven weight distribution among branches or root damage. Pay close attention to cracking or raised soil opposite of the lean, or exposed roots around the tree’s trunk.


2. Do you notice any trees with split trunks? Splitting at the trunk is a normal growth pattern for some trees, but the split can sometimes cause instability as the connecting point of the two trunks can be weakened over time. You may notice a long crack that begins where the split is and extends down the length of the trunk.


3. Has your home been under construction lately? Certain home improvement efforts can put nearby trees under a ton of stress. Damaged bark and prematurely changing or falling leaves can indicate disease. Be on the lookout for mushrooms and carpenter ants at the tree’s base, as they are a sure sign of rotting.

As we leave the sunny summer days behind and look towards the fall we’re also heading toward the heart of hurricane season on Long Island. Unfortunately, no matter how diligent we are, mother nature can strike at anytime.

If your gutter system or siding has been damaged by a falling tree, the repair experts at All Aluminum Gutters can help! Our gutters and siding come in a wide variety of colors and styles to match and home’s existing exterior. For more information, call 631-816-2498 and schedule your free consultation and estimate today.

How to Boost Your Home’s Curb Appeal

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

It’s National Curb Appeal Month, which means it’s the perfect time to reinvent and rejuvenate your home’s exterior. Whether you’re looking for a simple DIY upgrade, or want to give your home a completely new look with a professional makeover, there are tons of great projects to help you start sprucing things up! Here are some of the top tips to boost your home’s curb appeal this August.

1. Be creative with your siding. If your home’s siding looks like it’s ready to be replaced, consider mixing and matching siding materials for a unique exterior. 

2. Pick up a paint brush. For a simple yet dramatic difference add a pop of color to your front door, shutters or window boxes.

3. Pave the way to the entrance. If the cement path to your front entrance is lacking in luster, replace it with a professionally paved one! Stamped cement or custom cut stone create a visually appealing pathway.

4. Shine some light to show the way. If you’re satisfied with your current pathway’s aesthetics, show it off in the dark as well as the light. Adding some custom outdoor lighting to highlight your walkway and define outdoor living spaces can make a world of difference.

5. Add a charming porch. If you’re looking for a more drastic upgrade, hire a contractor to build you the perfect porch. This adds personality to your home and increases available outdoor living space.

6. Bust out the power washer. Give your home a good clean scrub down. If you don’t own a power washer head over to your local home improvement store and rent one for the weekend. Your siding, deck and pavement can all benefit from a good pressure wash.

7. Manage your home’s drainage system. If your home is without rain gutters, or your existing gutters need repairs, now is the time to invest in an installation. Already have working rain gutters? Adding a pop of color with some paint can help boost your curb appeal!

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At All Aluminum Gutters, we know how important your home’s exterior is to you, which is why we provide gutter and siding repair and installation with a wide variety of colors and styles to choose from. Water stained siding? Rusted downspout? Rotted fascia boards? No problem! Just give us a call at 631-816-2498, and we’ll be there to help you beautify your home in no time.

How to Paint Your Aluminum Gutters in 5 Steps

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

Gutters come in all shapes, sizes and materials, but the aluminum gutter is the most popular choice among homeowners. It’s low cost, seamless design and easy-to-install qualities make it a crowd favorite. What’s the best thing about installing aluminum gutters? They are able to be painted as well! Whether you want to paint your gutters to camouflage them into your home’s existing exterior, or are looking to highlight your gutter system with a complimentary paint color, painting your aluminum gutters is fairly simple DIY task.

If you’re looking to paint your new gutters, or repaint old ones, here’s a list of steps you should take to get the job done:

Step 1: If repainting, strip away the old paint. You’ll want to make sure that your gutter surface are stripped and sanded before you begin painting. A paint scraper can help you peel off any old paint, followed by a pass of sandpaper to smooth the surface.

Step 2: Clean and rinse your gutters. Scrub your gutters down with a simple solution of dish soap and water. Without a clean surface your paint will have a hard time adhering to the gutters. Make sure you give your gutters a thorough rinse once you’re done cleaning them.

Step 3: Paint on the primer. Primer is essential to keep your gutters in great shape and your paint-job perfect for years to come. An oil-based metal primer is key, but be sure to choose a primer that is ammonia free, as ammonia may have a negative reaction with the aluminum.

Step 4: Apply enamel to your gutters. After about 48 hours your primer should be completely dry. An oil-based enamel helps to smooth over the surface and seal any inconsistencies within the aluminum. It is recommended that you choose either a satin or gloss enamel and apply two coats for best results.

Step 5: Finally, get to painting! Choose your desired paint color and apply 2 coats of paint, waiting for the first to dry before beginning the second. Make sure to be careful to fix any runs in the paint before it dries!

Need some help with aluminum gutter installation or cleaning prior to your painting project? At All Aluminum Gutters, we are committed to keeping your home healthy. We take pride in providing the highest quality materials and gutter cleaning services at an affordable price to the Long Island, Queens, Bronx and Westchester areas.

For more information or to schedule an appointment for your free consultation and estimate, please give us a call at 631-816-2498 today.