Here is a headstart to our gutter installation process that has delivered impeccable results in our community.

Initial Assessment & Planning: Before diving in, it’s crucial to understand your roof’s characteristics. Evaluate its slope, size, and materials. Our roofing personnel will conduct an initial assessment to determine the gutter size and style. We will factor in the roof’s pitch, catchment area, and local rainfall intensity. Next, we will create a detailed plan, starting with the ideal layout for the gutter system, fascia board, and the placement of downpipes. The plan will ensure efficient rainwater drainage from your home’s foundation to prevent water ingress.

Gutter and Downpipe Material Selection: Durability, aesthetics, and budget all play a role in selecting the materials for your gutters and downpipes. Popular options we recommend to our customers include aluminium (lightweight and affordable), steel (durable and versatile), zinc (long-lasting and stylish), copper (premium choice with longevity and a classic look), and PVC (cost-effective and low maintenance, but less durable). It is ideal to work with our roofing specialists to analyse the pros and cons of each roof gutter material based on your budget, priorities, and home style.

Constant Weather Watch: We constantly keep an eye on the weather forecast in Labrador. Our personnel will not work during heavy rain, stormy winds, or extreme heat, so as not to compromise the quality of the installation work.

Gearing Up for Installation: Above All Roofing & Construction has your safety in mind. Before starting, our personnel will gather all the necessary tools and materials, including gutters, downpipes, fascia brackets, screws, fasteners, sealants, and safety equipment like personnel protective equipment (PPE), ladders, and harnesses.

Securing the Fascia Brackets: The fascia brackets form the foundation for your gutter system. They will be installed along the eaves, following the manufacturer’s instructions and adhering to local building codes. Ensuring they are securely fastened to the fascia board and providing adequate support for the gutters.

Building the Gutter Network: Our roofing personnel will measure and cut the gutter sections to their designated lengths using a hacksaw or tin snips. Next, comes the attachments that connect the gutter section to the fascia brackets. We will orient the gutter sections to help water slide towards the downpipe outlet for optimal drainage. The gutter corners and end caps will be installed next.

Sealants & Adhesives: Sealants, caulking, or gutter sealant tapes help create watertight seals at joints, seams, and connections between gutter components. They prevent water leakage and ensure a secure and durable gutter system.

Fasteners & Hardware: Screws, nails, rivets, or bolts are used to secure gutter components, brackets, downpipes, and fittings to the fascia board or roof structure. They provide stability and ensure proper attachment of the gutter system.

Directing the Downpour: Now it’s time for the downpipes! Our roofing personnel are experts in determining the optimal location where downpipes need to be fitted. They will cut down the downpipe sections to size and attach them to the gutter outlets using downpipe clips or brackets. We will fasten the downpipes securely to the walls or supporting structures such that they slide away from the building’s foundation. Our personnel might install elbows and offsets to navigate obstacles hindering the free flow of rainwater.

Testing & Inspection: Our supervisory staff will conduct a thorough visual inspection before declaring the project complete. They will inspect for proper gutter alignment, secure attachments, and adequate drainage along the gutter system. Next, we will run water through the gutters and downpipes, simulating rainfall, to identify and fix roof leaks or drainage issues.