Professional Gutter Installation

Gutters are essential protection for your screen enclosure investment. Without gutters, water sheets off the roof causing: fascia board rot ($400-900 to repair), foundation erosion and settling ($2,000-10,000+ to fix), landscaping washout and soil erosion, staining on concrete and pavers, and accelerated deterioration of enclosure structural components. South Florida averages 60+ inches of rainfall annually - without gutters, a 500 sq ft enclosure roof sheds 18,700+ gallons directly around your structure. As a licensed contractor (CC# 20-AL-21822-X), we recommend gutters on all screen enclosures, especially those attached to homes.

Seamless gutters are custom-fabricated on-site using a specialized machine that forms continuous aluminum coil into gutter profiles of any length (up to 50+ feet). Benefits over sectional gutters: no seams means virtually no leaks, cleaner appearance with fewer visible joints, stronger structure (no weak connection points), less maintenance (debris doesn't catch at seams), and longer lifespan (20-30 years vs 10-15 for sectional). We fabricate seamless gutters in 5" K-style (standard) or 6" K-style (high capacity) profiles. Available in .027 or .032 gauge aluminum with baked enamel finish in white, bronze, ivory, or custom colors.

Yes, retrofit gutter installation is one of our specialties. We use specialized mounting brackets designed to attach gutters to existing aluminum enclosure frames without drilling through fascia or structural members. Process involves: structural assessment to ensure frame can support gutters, custom bracket fabrication/selection, seamless gutter fabrication to exact measurements, and downspout routing to appropriate drainage areas. Most retrofit installations complete in 1-2 days with no damage to existing structure. Retrofitting costs only 10-20% more than new construction gutter installation due to bracket requirements.

Downspout placement requires careful planning considering multiple factors: roof area (one downspout per 30-40 feet of gutter), existing landscape and hardscape features, foundation drainage requirements, property grading and slopes, and local building codes. We place downspouts to drain away from foundations (minimum 6-10 feet), avoid landscape beds when possible, and direct water to appropriate drainage areas (swales, storm drains, or dry wells). Include downspout extensions, splash blocks, or underground drainage when needed. Strategic placement prevents erosion and ensures effective water management during South Florida's intense rainfall events.

Gutter installation costs vary by project specifics. Typical pricing: seamless aluminum gutters $8-12 per linear foot installed, downspouts $12-18 each installed, corners and end caps $8-15 each, and gutter guards/screens add $3-6 per linear foot. Average screen enclosure (80-120 linear feet) costs $800-1,600 complete. Retrofit installations add 10-20% for specialized brackets. Material lifespan: seamless aluminum gutters last 20-30 years, downspouts last 20-25 years, and mounting hardware lasts 15-20 years. We provide 10-year material warranty and 5-year workmanship warranty. Licensed contractor (CC# 20-AL-21822-X) ensures code-compliant installation.