The Importance of Installing Rain Gutters

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

Rain gutters are a small, but essential part of a building’s roofing system. Whether or not you choose to install or repair your home’s gutters will have a direct impact on the the long-term well-being and proper maintenance of your home. Do you have rain gutters installed on your home? If not, we’re here to convince you about why you should!

Here are some ways your home can benefit from installing rain gutters:

Stabilized Soil and Foundation - By directing water runoff away from the base of your home, rain gutters allow for the soil surrounding your home’s foundation to remain stable. This means that both your foundation and your foliage will have a better chance of avoiding issues in the future.

Reduced Risk of Floods - Many homes suffer from basement floods during periods of heavy rain. Since rain gutters attempt to circulate excess rainwater away from your home’s base, there is less of a chance that water will pool and seep in through windows and cracks.

Decreased Water Damage - When water overflows from sagging gutters it has the potential to wreak havoc on your home’s exterior, damaging your siding and costing you a ton of money on repairs. Not only can water damage cause rot and erosion, but it can also cause unsightly staining.

Preserved Pavement - Your siding isn’t the only aspect of your home that has the potential to be plagued by water stains. Your pavement or masonry is at risk as well. Directing water away from your home with a proper gutter system will help avoid damage to your expensive pavement.

At All Aluminum Gutters, we have a vested interest in helping our customers maintain a damage-free home. With a properly installed gutter system your home can avoid many potential detriments, both structurally and aesthetically. If you live in the Long Island, Queens, Bronx or Westchester areas and are interested in repairing, replacing or installing gutters, give us a call at 631-816-2498 or visit our website to schedule your free consultation today.

Summer Maintenance Tips for the Home

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

Owning a home is a year-long maintenance endeavor. At All Aluminum Gutters, we know that there are always a ton of home improvement projects to complete. That’s why we’ve compiled a quick list of some summer maintenance musts to keep you on target with your home improvement tasks this summer.

Execute the fan fix. We all know how frustrating it is to manage through those sweltering hot summer days sometimes - almost as frustrating as seeing your utility bill at the end of the month with all of those air conditioner costs included! Don’t worry, there’s one great way to stay cool at low costs. Tweaking your ceiling fans a bit so that the leading blades are tilted a little higher will allow for a stronger breeze to be pushed downward and circulate the cool air through your home more efficiently.

Avoid the dryer fire. According to the U.S. Fire Administration, about 16,000 dryer fires are reported each year. The best way to avoid a dryer fire is by doing a little dryer cleaning maintenance. Use a vacuum or a vent-cleaning brush kit to give your dryer vent tubing a good cleaning, eliminating lint and dust that inevitably gets caught in the tubes causing a fire hazard.

Get rid of the gutter gunk. It’s no secret that winter and fall produce more gutter debris than the spring and summer seasons. It’s also no surprise that it’s a lot more difficult to try to gut your gutters in those cold months. That’s why summer is the perfect to time to perform some much needed gutter maintenance. Take advantage of the next sunny day to clean out your gutters and check for any necessary repairs.

Scrub the siding. The elements have certainly done a number on your home’s exterior this past winter. The best way to give your home a good cleaning is by power washing with a gentle detergent. The force exerted from the power washer will help you wash away any caked on dirt and stubborn natural residue. With a sparkling clean exterior, you’ll be able to detect any signs of damage caused by sagging or overflowing gutters more easily.

Home maintenance is extremely important and can cause irreversible damage if neglected. If you’re in need of a hand with gutter cleaning, or happen to notice gutter damage while you’re in the process, just give us a call at 631-816-2498. At All Aluminum Gutters, we have a sincere interest in the well-being of your home and pride ourselves on our friendly, professional and prompt service in the Nassau, Suffolk, Queens, Bronx and Westchester areas.

The Benefits of Gutter Guards

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

Gutters protect your home by repelling and redirecting rainwater, so isn’t it time that you repaid them?  Don’t let your gutters suffer from clogs that lead to water overflow and gutter damage;  install a gutter guard instead!  Gutter guards, or leaf guards, have a built-in hood that covers the gutter bottom and deflects leaves and other debris, allowing rainwater to filter into your gutters and run freely and safely away from your home.

Here’s a list of some benefits that you can expect to enjoy when installing a leaf protection system:

1. Save time.  Since gutter guards deflect debris, the likelihood of getting a clog is reduced drastically.  This means less time spent cleaning out clogs and more time spent doing the things that you love!
   
2. Reduce damage.  Since clogs are less likely to occur, so are the damaging effects caused by them.  Rest assured that your gutters will be protected from premature rusting due to sedentary damp debris, and your home’s siding and foundation will thank you for the reduction in overflow during a heavy rainfall.
   
3. Stop pests.  Thanks to your new gutter guards, insects and furry friends will need to find alternative locations for nesting and breeding.  Since many insects thrive and breed in stagnant water, the absence of clogs means the elimination of breeding grounds - say goodbye to mosquitoes and hello to bug-free barbecues!  The built-in hood works to keep critters out, creating a physical barrier so that rodents, birds and the like cannot make their home in the gutters of yours.
   

At All Aluminum Gutters, we care about the well-being of your home and pride ourselves in our friendly, professional and prompt service.  If you’re looking to install a gutter guard system, look no further!  We carry a wide variety of options to ensure that you are able to choose the perfect style for your home.  Give us a call at 631-816-2498 to learn more about our leaf guard systems and start protecting your gutters today!

About All Aluminum Gutters

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

At All Aluminum Gutters, our mission is to serve our customers with the extensive knowledge and expertise we have gained in our industry, while continually offering them the finest in customer service.

For over 30 years, All Aluminum Gutters has been serving customers in the Long Island, Queens, Bronx and Westchester areas. We strive to stay well-connected within the gutter cleaning and gutter installation industry to ensure that our clients receive the latest information and most innovative services on the market. Our gutter professionals are committed to providing our customers with prompt, professional and friendly service, at an affordable price.

Below, we’ve listed some of the many services that we provide to both commercial and residential clients:

• Leader and Gutter Installation

• Gutter Cleaning and Repairs

• Siding Installation

• Eaves, Soffits, Wood Fascia

• Leaf Guards and Protection Systems

Our outstanding customer service, high quality products and affordable rates are what makes All Aluminum Gutters the perfect option to fit your needs. Give us a call at 631-816-2498 today to schedule a free estimate, and have all of your gutter questions answered! Don’t forget to take a look at our YouTube video below too for more information about the All Aluminum Gutters team.

Easy DIY Tips to Repair Leaky Gutters

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

Leaky rain gutters can be a real drag, and if left untreated they can potentially lead to serious water damage to your home and its foundation.  Have you noticed leaking, sagging or overflowing gutters lately?  If you need a quick fix before the professional arrives, try these simple do-it-yourself tips to get your gutters back on track.

Give your gutters a facelift:  Sagging gutters are common, especially after a heavy rain or snow season.  As you begin your spring cleaning, make sure to check your gutters for signs of standing water or water marks along the inside of the gutters.  When gutters sag they lose the ability to drain water properly, which only leads to more sagging!  Your best bet is to adjust or change out the old gutter hangers for new ones.

Bursting at the seams: Usually where there is a leak, there is an issue with the gutter joints between sections.  After identifying the culprit, first clean out any stagnant water and allow the gutter system to dry completely.  Then, clean off the delinquent seam and seal it with with silicone-rubber caulking compound.  Be sure to caulk both the inside and the outside of the seam, to ensure the best possible seal.

Holes in your hardware: If your seams are intact, you may find that there is a hole in the gutter that is causing the leak.  If the hole is small enough, try patching it with roofing cement and a putty knife.  If roofing cement if not enough to patch a larger hole, try covering a base layer of roofing cement with a sheet-metal patch, and adding a second layer of cement on top.

Overflowing from the elbows: If left unattended, overflowing gutters can lead to serious structural damage. In most cases, the presence of an overflow means a clogged gutter or downspout.  (Sagging can also lead to overflow, so don’t forget that facelift!)  Many times downspouts will spring loose due to clogging in the elbows of the gutter system.  If this occurs, be sure to remove the section completely and clear it of any leaves or debris that might be causing the blockage.  Then refasten the downspout to its adjoining sections.

So, you’ve tried it all and still can’t get your gutters in tip-top shape?  Visit us on our website or call us at 631-816-2498 today, and let All Aluminum Gutters solve your gutter woes! Serving Long Island, Queens, the Bronx, and Westchester for 30 years, there’s no gutter problem that we can’t handle.