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Gutters and Gutter Guards in Pittsburgh, PA
Pittsburgh's trees drop a lot of leaves. We install new gutters with gutter guards so rain leaves your roof and goes where it should.
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Gutter Installation and Gutter Guards in Pittsburgh
Gutters do one job: catch the water coming off your roof and send it away from the house. When they clog, sag or pull loose, that water spills down your walls, soaks the soil by your foundation and can back up under the roof edge. Straight A Exterior Renovations installs new gutters and gutter guards for homes across Pittsburgh.
A gutter project includes removing old gutters, checking the fascia board they hang on, installing new gutters pitched toward the downspouts, adding gutter guards, and placing downspouts so water discharges away from the foundation. We also look at the roof edge and drip edge, because gutters and roofs work as a pair.
Pittsburgh's mature tree canopy is beautiful, but leaves, seeds and small branches fill gutters fast. In winter, clogged gutters hold water that freezes and adds to ice dams at the eaves. On hillside lots, misdirected water can run toward a neighbor's yard or your own basement. Gutter guards keep most debris out so water can flow.
Professional installation gets the slope right, secures the hangers into solid wood, and places downspouts to match the roof area draining into them. Small mistakes here are why some gutters overflow in every summer storm while others never do.
Why Straight A
Gutters planned around how water really moves
We look at gutters from the roof down, so the new system works with your roof edge instead of against it.
Roof and gutters together
Our roofing background means we check the drip edge, fascia and roof edge before installing anything.
Guards included
We install gutters with gutter guards to cut down on clogs from leaves and debris.
Backed after the install
If a run sags, leaks at a joint or pulls loose because of how we hung it, our 2-year workmanship guarantee means we come back and fix it.
Itemized quote
Your written quote lists every run, downspout and guard, so you see exactly what you are paying for.
Tidy job site
Old gutters, hangers and debris are hauled away, and we walk the property with you at the end.
Rated and reviewed
Straight A holds a BBB A+ rating and a 5.0 rating across 97 Google reviews, and the team is fully licensed and insured.
What's included
Gutter Services We Provide
From a single sagging run to a full new system, here is what gutter work with Straight A covers.
Gutter replacement
We remove old, leaking or sagging gutters and install new ones with the correct pitch toward each downspout. Hangers are fastened into solid wood so the gutters stay put under snow and ice.
New gutter installation
New homes, additions and porches often need gutters added. We plan the runs and downspouts based on how much roof area drains to each side.
Gutter guards
Gutter guards cover the top of the gutter to keep out leaves, needles and twigs while letting water in. They cut down on ladder trips and on overflow during heavy rain.
Downspout placement
Downspouts are placed and directed so water discharges away from the foundation, walkways and basement windows. This matters on sloped lots where water wants to run toward the house.
Fascia and roof edge check
We inspect the fascia board behind the gutters and the drip edge above them. Rotten fascia or a missing drip edge lets water get behind the gutter, so we point it out before the new gutters go up.
Gutters with a new roof
Replacing gutters at the same time as a roof lets us set the drip edge and gutters together. It is the cleanest way to finish the roof edge.
How it works
How Gutter Installation Works
Here is what happens from the first look at your gutters to the final cleanup.
- Step 1
Gutter and roof edge inspection
We check your current gutters, downspouts, fascia and drip edge, and note where water is overflowing or pooling.
- Step 2
Layout and written quote
We plan the gutter runs, guard coverage and downspout locations, then send a line-by-line quote for your approval.
- Step 3
Scheduling and prep
Your project manager books the install, and the crew protects plantings and walkways below the work area.
- Step 4
Gutter and guard installation
Old gutters come down, any fascia issues are addressed as agreed, and new gutters, guards and downspouts are installed and pitched.
- Step 5
Water test and walkthrough
We check flow at the downspouts, clean up every scrap and hanger, and walk the property with you.
FAQ
Gutters & Gutter Guards questions from Pittsburgh homeowners
Do gutter guards really work with all the trees in Pittsburgh?
They make a big difference. Guards keep out most leaves and twigs, so gutters stay open far longer between checks. Very fine debris can still collect on top, so an occasional look is still wise, but the constant clogging stops.
How do I know if my gutters need replacing?
Common signs are sagging runs, gutters pulling away from the house, leaking seams, water spilling over the front during rain, and peeling paint or stains on the fascia. If you see any of these, we can take a look for free.
Can clogged gutters cause roof problems?
Yes. Water that cannot drain can back up under the roof edge, and in winter it freezes and adds to ice dams. That can push water under shingles and into the house.
Should I replace my gutters when I replace my roof?
It often makes sense. The drip edge and gutters work together, and installing them at the same time gives the cleanest result at the roof edge. We will tell you honestly if your current gutters are still in good shape.
What warranty comes with new gutters?
Our 2-year workmanship guarantee covers the hanging, pitch and joints we install. Any product warranty on the gutters or the guards themselves is listed in your quote, so you know what each part carries.
Where should my downspouts drain?
Away from the foundation, walkways and basement windows. On sloped lots we look at where the water will travel after it leaves the downspout, not just where it exits.
Can you add gutter guards to gutters I already have?
Often, yes, as long as the gutters are in sound condition and pitched correctly. If they are sagging, leaking or pulling away from the fascia, adding guards will not fix that, and we will tell you so. Either way, the estimate is free.
Where we work
Gutters & Gutter Guards across Pittsburgh
We provide gutters & gutter guards for homeowners throughout the City of Pittsburgh. Find your neighborhood below, or call with your address and we will confirm right away.
