Copper gutters are popular for their elegance; as copper ages, it develops a beautiful blue-green patina, which has been described as "like adding jewelry to your home's exterior." In addition, the patina adds a layer of protection against deterioration, rust, and corrosion. But there are even more benefits to copper gutters. ___________
Long Lifespan
Copper gutters last 60 to 100 years as compared to the average 15- to 20-year lifespan of aluminum rain gutters.
Though copper is a more expensive option upfront, it pays for itself in the long term because of its durability and the resale value it adds to your home.
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Hinders Fungi and Algae
Copper is a natural fungicide and algaecide. This means it inhibits the growth of moss, algae, lichen, mildew, and mold that could clog your gutters and cultivate around the roof and eaves.
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Would Copper Gutters Look Good on my Style of Home?
You’re right if you think copper gutters look gorgeous on traditional, historical, or Victorian-style homes.
Famed architect Frank Lloyd Wright favored copper gutters on the homes and buildings he designed. His goal was to create a striking visual element on the exterior that also served an important function.
But in the modern age, copper gutters adorn Contemporary, Colonial, Tudor, Craftsman, Bungalow, and Spanish-style homes.
Copper gutters come in a variety of shapes and sizes, including box-style, k-style, and half-round. The best design depends on the roof type and the square footage of the roof area.
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Copper Gutter Installation
Gutter Tex customizes your copper gutter system based on careful measurements, including the pitch of the roof, type of eaves, and slant of the fascia.
Every component of your system is copper to ensure a uniform look, including hidden hangers and end caps.
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How to Maintain Copper Gutters and Downspouts
Seamless copper gutters are low-maintenance because they don’t rust or corrode.
However, regular gutter cleaning ensures twigs, leaves, dirt, and other debris keep water flowing away from your siding, foundation, and landscaping.
Cleaning your gutters also helps prevent pests such as ants, mosquitoes, mice, and other critters from creating nests or feeding on the organic matter.
Use care with gardening tools when working around downspouts to avoid scratching the surface.
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Are There Less Expensive Alternatives to Copper?
Yes! If your budget doesn’t stretch to a copper gutter installation, but you prefer its elegant appearance, you can choose painted aluminum seamless gutters.
For instance, one of our preferred manufacturers, Senox, offers two faux copper gutter colors:
Copper Metallic is a painted aluminum gutter that has a slight patina and resembles the look of a new penny.
Rustic Copper is another painted aluminum gutter that looks like aged copper. It has a two-tone textured finish that mimics copper’s patina.
Painted aluminum gutters do not patina like authentic copper.
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Schedule a Free Consultation
Take advantage of our friendly, no-obligation consultation service. Contact us today and discover more about the beauty and functionality of a seamless copper gutter system for your home.
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We serve these communities in the Austin, TX area: Austin, Bartlett, Bastrop, Bee Cave, Belmont, Bergheim, Bertram, Blanco, Bluff Springs, Brushy Creek, Buda, Cedar Creek, Cedar Park, Coupland, Dale, Del Valle, Driftwood, Dripping Springs, Elgin, Fischer, Florence, Georgetown, Granger, Hays County, Horseshoe Bay, Hudson Bend, Hutto, Jarrell, Johnson City, Jollyville, Jonesboro, Kendalia, Kingsland, Kyle, Lago Vista, Lakeway, Leander, Lexington, Liberty Hill, Lockhart, Manchaca, Manor, Marble Falls, McDade, McNeil, Mountain City, Paige, Pflugerville, Rosanky, Round Mountain, Round Rock, Schwertner, Smithville, Spicewood, Spring Branch, Taylor, Thorndale, Thrall, Walburg, Weir, Wells Branch, West Lake Hills, Wimberley, and Woodcreek.
We serve these communities in the San Antonio, TX area: Adkins, Alamo Heights, Bulverde, Canyon Lake, Castle Hills, Cibolo, Converse, Fair Oaks Ranch, Fentress, Geronimo, JBSA Ft Sam Houston, JBSA Lackland, JBSA Randolph, Kingsbury, Kirby, La Vernia, Leon Valley, Live Oak, Marion, Martindale, Maxwell, McQueeney, New Braunfels, Olmos Park, Prairie Lea, Saint Hedwig, San Antonio, San Marcos, Schertz, Seguin, Selma, Shavano Park, Staples, Timberwood Park, Universal City, Wetmore, and Windcrest.
Main Office:
9600 Escarpment Blvd Ste 745-18
Austin, TX 78749
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