What Are Gutter Replacements?
The guttering around your roof plays a key role in protecting your property from water damage. When it rains, rather than the water pooling at the foundation or running down the side of walls, it is collected in the guttering and directed away from the home. As gutters are positioned at a height, many homeowners are unaware there is a problem until there is noticeable damage to the house. Gutter replacements are often done when the guttering contraption is old, worn, damaged or malfunctioning. Your gutters may be rusted out, sagging, mouldy or have holes in them. If your gutters have any of these, it’s a good idea to get a professional guttering company to replace them. The sooner you get onto inferior guttering, the less likely they are going to cause expensive damage.
For an experienced guttering team, the process of replacing your guttering is quite simple, they’ll remove the old gutters, fixings and fascia if required. They’ll then replace them with new guttering and ensure that it is installed to promote optimal water drainage. Once installed, your new gutters should last for 20 years or more.
How much do they cost?
The price to replace your gutters can vary depending on the type of property you have; how big it is, and whether the fascia needs replacing or not. To give you an idea, at the lower end, new guttering starts at around $2,000 and at the higher end, you could expect to pay approximately $3,500. If you need fascia replacement along with guttering, the price will escalate. Other factors that can affect the overall cost of your gutter replacement gold coast:
The guttering material you choose
There are several guttering materials you can choose from, and they can differ in price quite significantly. If you pick a dearer guttering material this can make your replacement more expensive than if you went with a more economical option.
When choosing a guttering material, it’s a good idea to be mindful of its longevity, what may save you a few dollars now may be less durable, and you’ll likely need to replace your guttering sooner than if you went with a more robust choice. Vinyl is one of the more cheaper guttering options starting at around $3 per linear foot, it’s more cost-effective because it doesn’t last as long as some of the other options available to you. It certainly is a good choice if your budget is limited, and you need new gutters.
A more expensive, yet very popular guttering material choice is aluminium. It looks much nicer than vinyl and is priced anywhere from $6 to $12 per linear foot.
The most expensive option is copper guttering, priced from $25 to $50 + per linear foot however, there is good reason for the increased price tag. It provides a luxurious looking finish and has an extended lifespan of up to 60 years.
Your location
Where you live can impact the overall cost of your guttering installation. Typically, the further out from the metro areas that you live, the more expensive your guttering will be. This is usually because of additional travel costs or limited contractors to choose from. While your location can affect the price, the biggest dominators when it comes to the price are labour and materials.
The extent of the work required
Your gutters may need replacing entirely, or you may just have one section that’s damaged, and the remaining sections are in good proper working order. A full replacement will set you back more than a partial repair or realignment. The materials and labour required are much less, therefore so is the cost.
The shape of the guttering
There are several different shapes of guttering, such as half-round, square-line, quad, and old-style quad. Half-round guttering tends to be the most costly option. This is typically because they have a high-rainfall capacity and minimise water and dirt build-up.
The time required to complete the job
The time that you get your gutting work done can affect the price, for example, weekends, public holidays etc usually incur a higher fee. Not only that if access is restricted to your gutter due to an awkward layout of the home or large trees in the way, but you can also expect it to cost more than if the job was straightforward and easy to reach with a normal ladder. The same applies if the work needed is complex.
Length of the guttering
Guttering is charged per linear foot. Longer guttering will be more expensive than shorter guttering.
Why are they important?
Intact and proper working gutters are crucial to maintaining the integrity of your home. Without them, your house will be prone to water damage, and this can be extremely expensive to fix and hazardous to you and your families health. Organic growth such as mould and mildew can spread into your roof and behind the walls, which can impact your home’s air quality and cause respiratory issues. You can prevent premature wear and tear to your guttering by cleaning them out once a year at the minimum. This provides the perfect opportunity to inspect the condition of your gutters and to see any minor problems before they have the chance to become big ones. Cleaning gutters can be messy and dangerous so, it’s worth hiring a professional to take care of it for you if you can.
