When it comes to gutters, there are numerous styles, materials, maintenance needs, systems to keep leaves and debris out of your gutters, and much more to consider. On this episode of Skinny On The Home, Jimmy “Skinny” McKinney of J&R Construction Services, Inc. answers frequently asked questions about gutters and how to care for them to protect your foundation, along with your basement or crawl space. 

Get the answers to these questions:

What are gutters and what do they do? (Time stamp: 04:20)

How do I know that my gutters need attention? (Time stamp: 05:29)

What is a warning sign that I might get water in my basement or crawl space over time? (Time stamp: 08:09)

Do you always want to replace gutters or can they be repaired? (Time stamp: 12:22)

How long do gutters last? (Time stamp: 12:42)

What are vinyl gutters? (Time stamp: 15:57)

Why do we use continuous aluminum gutters? (Time stamp: 16:56)

Do we need to replace the wood facia behind the gutters? (Time stamp: 18:20)

Why do my existing gutters have holes in them? (Time stamp: 21:11)

My gutters look good and are only a few years old but water is getting behind them. What might be wrong? (Time stamp: 22:22)

How long does it take to install gutters? (Time stamp: 23:31)

How do I clean my gutters? (Time stamp: 24:08)

What type of gutters should I get for my type of roofing? (Time stamp: 26:39)

Am I covered by insurance if someone were to get hurt working on my gutters or roof? What coverage do I need or should I look for a contractor to have? (Time stamp: 27:10)

How can I fill rain barrels and divert water when they are full? (Time stamp: 32:12)

Can you get gutters to match trim color? (Time stamp: 33:00)

Are gutter screens that keep out leaves a good idea? (Time stamp: 33:46)

Do you have to drill holes in a roof to install a gutter guard? (Time stamp: 37:37)

We send thanks once again to Skinny On The Home sponsor, 84 Lumber of the Lexington, KY area. The team at 84 Lumber can get you almost everything you need for any building project. With an inventory of over 10,000 products, including numerous new products, combined with the ability to special order your perfect products, 84 Lumber is the go-to place for all your home improvement supplies. 

Skinny On The Home is a live call-in radio show, airing every Thursday morning at 11:00 a.m. on Lifechanging Radio, WJMM, in Central Kentucky. Every week, Skinny shares both the latest trends and designs along with the tried and true tips, techniques and tools you need to make your remodel a success. 

 

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Josh Fawcett, Production Manager

J & R Construction

Skinny On The Home host:

Jimmy McKinney, CGR, CAPS

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