Gutter Installation Before & After Photos

Clogged and dirty gutters are not only unsightly but can lead to damage not only to your roof but your basement as well. Ineffective gutters allow water to run off of a home’s roof, eroding the soil below, which can eventually damage the foundation, giving water the chance to penetrate its way into the basement. This Dover, NH, homeowner’s gutters were old and ready to be replaced, so they called Gutter Shutter by TC Hafford Basement Systems for help.

System Design Specialist Josh Hamel met with the homeowner for a free estimate to show what the Gutter Shutter Seamless Gutter system would look like on their home. Gutter Shutter is formed and cut on the homeowner’s property, resulting in a seamless gutter that is sized perfectly for the home. Gutter Shutter can be cut as short or long as needed, and with the added protection of the Gutter Guard, any organic debris such as pine needles and leaves slides right off the gutter without the chance to cause clogs. A clog-free gutter ensures the system works year-round, and the homeowner’s foundation and basement are protected from water damage. The homeowner can also keep their ladder in the barn until it’s time to hang Christmas lights since they will no longer need to clean their gutters ever again.

This York, ME, homeowner needed to replace gutters on their home that were prone to clogging and install new gutters on crucial parts of their home that were lacking them completely. Gutter Shutter by TC Hafford Basement Systems received a call for a free estimate and sent System Design Specialist Josh Hamel to help. Staying off of a ladder and keeping not only the home safe but the homeowner as well is something that can be achieved with Gutter Shutter. Gutter Shutter offers a larger six-inch gutter with a seamless design and an incorporated shutter design that allows debris such as pine needles and leaves to slide off, only allowing water from rain or melting snow to get in. The larger gutter allows for more water to be channeled to the downspout, helping to prevent ice from building up. Gutter Shutter can hold the weight of a full-grown man, so snowy winters are no match for the tough design, meaning even during the harsh Maine winters, the home will be protected. Gutter Shutter comes in many colors, allowing the homeowner to customize their gutter and use them as accents on the home or choose a color that helps Gutter Shutter blend in with their home.

Leaky and clogged gutters had become a growing issue for this Greenwood, ME homeowner, and wanting to take care of the issue, they reached out to Gutter Shutter by TC Hafford Basement Systems.

System Design Specialist Josh Hamel drove out and met with the homeowner to go over Gutter Shutter and design a system that would surpass the expectations of the homeowner and protect the home from water damage. Wanting to keep the look of their home, the homeowner chose to go with a traditional white Gutter Shutter system that would blend into their home. The larger 6-inch gutter can handle more water, and the built-in shutter keeps organic material out, so clogging is never an issue.

The homeowner is able to relax knowing their home is protected, and they no longer have to worry about water pouring on their heads as they walk into their front door.

It’s no secret that a home without gutters can lead to expensive issues. Without gutters, water can pool and rot a home’s fascia board, creating gaps and easy access for small rodents to make their way in and causing problems. Water coming off the roof will erode the soil around the home, ruining anything that is planted and potentially damaging the foundation, leading to water intrusion into the basement or crawl space. This Westbrook, ME, homeowner was aware of these issues and wanted to avoid the headache and expensive repair costs, so they booked a free estimate with Gutter Shutter by TC Hafford Basement Systems. System Design Specialist Brian Donnelly met with the homeowner and worked with them to design a Gutter Shutter system, specific to their home.

Gutter Shutter's unique design is capable of catching water off the roof without catching debris such as leaves and pine needles, keeping the gutter clog-free and preventing the homeowner from ever having to climb a ladder. Gutter Shutter features a seamless, aluminum construction that is formed and cut on site to ensure a perfect fit every time, whether the gutter needs to be two feet or 100 feet long. The integrated shutter allows for water to easily flow into the gutter, but debris and critters are kept out. Gutter Shutter's tough design means that it can hold up against the tough Maine winters. Water is handled better than normal gutters, making it harder for icicles to form, keeping the homeowner safer. Gutter Shutter comes in many different colors, allowing the homeowner to have options to choose from so the gutter will blend seamlessly into their home. Now the homeowner is protected from the rain, and they can enjoy their home without having to be concerned about damage to their foundation or the rest of the home.

Without gutters, rain erodes away the soil next to your foundation. This gives the water the ability to seep into your foundation, leaving it vulnerable to cracking during freezing temperatures. A damaged foundation can also lead to flooding or weaken the strength of the foundation, which can lead to further problems in your home.

When you go with the strongest gutter system in the world, you'll never worry about it sagging or pulling away from your home. Gutter Shutter's gutter guard system is guaranteed to never sag, clog, or pull away from your home, ensuring a fully functional gutter system forever. This unique and reinforced all-in-one system boasts .032 gauge aluminum that proves its quality will last a lifetime and protect your foundation from water intrusion and structural damages.

Since we cut gutters on site, Gutter Shutter by TC Hafford can fulfill all your gutter needs, whether you need a 5-foot gutter or a 100-foot gutter.