Vinyl Gutters

Picking between the two usually comes down to how much you enjoy working on a ladder. We find that Vinyl Gutters are a dream to install because they snap together like a kid’s building set and won’t ever rust on you. On the other hand, aluminum can handle a heavy snow load a bit better without sagging over time. If you want something lightweight that you can handle by yourself on a Saturday morning, the plastic route is a solid choice. Just make sure you get the seals tight, or you’ll be taking an unexpected shower next time the clouds open up.

Neighbors around the Springfield metro area often ask if they can change the color of their trim without replacing the whole system, and the answer is a resounding yes. The trick is picking a paint that can handle the intense sun without fading or bubbling up. If you’re tired of that standard white look, painting your Vinyl Gutters is a practical weekend chore that adds a lot of curb appeal for just a few dollars. We recommend a light scuff-sanding first to make sure the finish stays put through our humid summers and icy winters alike.

A fine-toothed hacksaw is usually our tool of choice because it gives you a clean edge without shattering the material. We like to mark the line all the way around with a square and a pencil to make sure the cut stays straight. If you’re working with Vinyl Gutters, cutting them is about as easy as slicing through a piece of PVC pipe, which makes the whole job go a lot faster than wrestling with metal. Just remember to sand down any burrs on the edges so your connectors can slide on and create a watertight seal.