Wood Gutters Without The Maintenance
FGGutters • July 22, 2016

July 22, 2016

Wood Gutters – Aesthetically Pleasing

Wood gutters were the norm over a hundred years ago. Today, aluminum makes up some 70% of all residential gutter systems. Other choices include copper, vinyl, and galvanized steel. However, wood gutters are still available for those who want the beauty of wood and for people renovating historic homes. If you’re considering installing wood gutters, there are a few things to consider.

Wood Gutters – A Labor Of Love

The key to keeping wood gutters in good condition is regular maintenance. The top two threats to wood gutters are splitting from drying out and rot from water damage. To minimize these threats there are several maintenance solutions. The first is to routinely paint the exterior of your wood gutter. It’s best not to paint the inside. Instead keep the inside of your wood gutter well oiled. Finally, periodically clean the debris out of your wood gutters. Debris traps water, which can cause the wood gutter to rot.

Wood Replacement Fiberglass Gutters – Last a Lifetime

If you’re looking for a gutter that’s going to last a lifetime with minimal maintenance, wood gutters are not for you. This is why we introduced our wood replacement fiberglass gutters in 2012. Our gutters have all the appeal and old world charm as wood without wood gutter’s considerable drawbacks.

Wood Replacement Fiberglass Gutters – Maintenance Free

Wood replacement fiberglass gutters are indistinguishable in outward appearance from actual wood gutters. Wood replacement fiberglass gutters are long lasting, virtually maintenance free, will never need painting, and are much lighter weight. You can’t beat wood gutters when it comes to good looks and historical integrity. Now you can have all that without the regular maintenance issues. You won’t find a better or more beautiful gutter on the market than wood replacement fiberglass gutters from The Fiberglass Gutter Company.

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Fiberglass Gutter Estimates – “Red Flags”

By FGGutters • June 16, 2021
Do not assume that all fiberglass gutter products and installers are the same. If you are seeking competitive estimates and find significant differences in the quotes, this is a “red flag”. You may not be getting estimates of equal quality products and installation services. Simply put, think of it as buying a car with different [...] The post Fiberglass Gutter Estimates – “Red Flags” appeared first on Wood Replacement Gutter * The Fiberglass Gutter Company * Faux Wooden Gutters.
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What Style Is Your Period Home?

By FGGutters • May 21, 2019
Here in New England we have a healthy interest in the historic preservation of Period Homes. This has resulted in many towns creating historic districts, and commissions to oversee the preservation of buildings within the historic districts. In many cases, the historic district commissions have enacted rules about the maintenance of historic homes exterior appearance. [...] The post What Style Is Your Period Home? appeared first on Wood Replacement Gutter * The Fiberglass Gutter Company * Faux Wooden Gutters.

“Apples to Oranges” – Comparing Fiberglass Gutters

By FGGutters • January 4, 2019
Not all fiberglass gutters are created equally. There are few producers of fiberglass gutters. However, there are some significant differences in the products that are available. These differences include the appearance, features, quality, ease of installation, required maintenance, purchase price, and the total cost of ownership. Understandably, many people will simply select the lowest cost [...] The post “Apples to Oranges” – Comparing Fiberglass Gutters appeared first on Wood Replacement Gutter * The Fiberglass Gutter Company * Faux Wooden Gutters.
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