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Follow the water beyond the roof edge.

Gutters are part of a drainage plan. Review what is happening at the roof edge and where the water goes before deciding on the work your property needs.

Gutter and downspout at a building roof edge

Northshore & Greater New Orleans

See what goes into the work
Know what needs workPhotos and explained findings
Know what you’re buyingMaterials, scope and price in writing
Know who answers for itA named project manager through completion

Show where the problem appears

Describe overflow, visible damage or water collecting where you do not expect it. Photos from the ground and a description of when the issue happens help focus the property review.

What you don’t see matters.

Follow the route from the roof edge to the discharge point. A gutter is one part of that route, and the surrounding conditions matter.

Follow the water

3D gutter and downspout cutaway showing roof edge
01 / Roof edge
Details vary by project.

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01 / Roof edge

Start with what holds the gutter.

Roof edges, adjoining trim and support condition affect the work. Any separate repairs should be identified before new gutter components cover the area.

Ask before you commit

Does the roof edge or adjoining trim need attention first?

02 / Gutter run

Collect the water along the edge.

The open gutter in this example makes the collection route visible. Actual shape, support, sizing and layout belong to the project-specific proposal.

Ask before you commit

Which gutter runs, supports and outlet locations are included?

03 / Downspout

Give collected water a route down.

The downspout connects the gutter outlet to a lower discharge point. Its location should be considered with doors, walkways and the way you use the property.

Ask before you commit

Where will the downspouts go, and what areas will they affect?

04 / Discharge

Keep following the water.

Discuss where discharge will go and whether separate surface-drainage work is needed; a gutter change alone may not resolve every water problem.

Ask before you commit

Where will discharge go, and is any separate drainage work needed?

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Include the route to the ground

Discuss gutter runs, downspout locations and where discharge will go. Existing roof edges, trim, walkways and patio areas may affect the proposal. Surface drainage beyond the downspout should be considered separately and described clearly.

  • Gutter areas included in the project
  • Downspout locations and discharge points
  • Condition of adjoining trim and roof edges
  • Access, material choices and appearance

Separate the gutter work from surrounding repairs

Confirm the gutter components, removal, adjoining repairs and cleanup included in the price. If the review identifies other work, have it explained and priced before approving an expanded scope.

From the first look to the final walkthrough

Start with the condition and the way you want to use the space. Your project manager helps turn that conversation into a written scope before you approve the work.

  • Review the property, access and the work you are considering.
  • Compare the proposed materials, preparation, exclusions and price.
  • Have additional findings and changes explained before approving extra work.
  • Review the finished work against the agreed scope with your project manager.

Common questions

Will gutter work solve every drainage problem?

The source and route of the water matter. Review the roof drainage and the surrounding site before assuming one change addresses the entire problem.

Should gutters be discussed with a roof replacement?

Yes. Mention both so roof-edge details, the order of work and responsibility for each part can be included in the planning conversation.

What should I include in a request?

Describe the affected sides of the home, what happens during rain and any related roof, trim or patio concerns.

Before you commit.

Get a free on-site estimate. See what needs attention, why the work is recommended and what is included in the price, so you can make a decision you understand.

  • Photos that explain the condition
  • Materials, scope and price in writing
  • A final walkthrough of the completed work
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Tell us about the gutters.

A few practical details help SCS prepare for the first conversation.

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