August 3, 2020
Hinkle Roofing is not only your trusted residential and commercial roofing contractor. We can also handle your exterior home improvement needs, such as gutter installation. While some homeowners attempt to take the DIY route when it comes to this project, it’s still a better idea to work with a professional like ourselves. Gutter installation takes careful, precise work to ensure the best results. Here’s a brief look at our best practices:
July 16, 2020
Tips on Gutter Placement and Hanger Spacing
The market today is flooded with many home improvement tools and resources. For homeowners, this makes do-it-yourself projects, such as patching up cracks on ceilings and prying out broken tiles, a lot easier. However, many tasks still require clear-cut objectives, specific knowledge and acquired training. This includes gutter installation. Determining gutter pitch, placement and hanger placement is not a job for an amateur and is best left to professional local roofing companies. Why? Because one mistake could lead to serious damage to your whole structure.
June 3, 2020
3 Reasons Behind Noisy Gutters and Downspouts
The gentle patter of rain on your rooftop is soothing to the mind and body. However, the heavy and persistent thud of rainwater hitting the gutters and downspouts can swiftly disrupt your relaxation. If this is happening, then something is wrong with your gutter system. Hinkle Roofing, a local commercial roofing contractor, shares three reasons why your gutters and downspouts are noisy.
May 29, 2020
When to Pick Half-Round Gutters Instead of K-Style
When you’re having your home’s gutter system replaced, you can actually choose between two different styles: half-round or K-style. Of the two, the K-style is the more popular variant due to its affordability, easy installation, versatility and the fact that it suits modern homes much better. However, at some point, there may come a time when you need to pick half-round gutters instead. In this post, gutter installation and metal roofing contractor Hinkle Roofing discusses when you should pick half-round gutters instead of K-style.
June 7, 2019
Downspout/Rain Barrel Diverters: What Exactly Are They?
Your gutter installation and roofing company will likely tell you that gutters are used to collect rainwater and direct it away from your home. This helps keep your exterior dry and prevent ground erosion. However, gutters can’t always be installed on every part of the house. An alternative is a rain diverter, which keeps areas like your doorway dry so you can come and go as you please without getting wet.
October 15, 2018
How Leaky Gutters Can Affect the Entire House
The gutters play a key role in managing rainwater coming from the roof. They are responsible for protecting the roof edge, exterior wall and siding, and even the very foundation your roof is built upon. It also helps keep the soil in your property from getting too saturated.
February 9, 2018
Gutter Maintenance: Why Does It Matter?
Gutters are usually the last things on the mind of many homeowners when it comes to maintenance. While they may seem like a minor element, it’s important to understand that they need proper care. This is because when they’re left neglected, they can cause many problems.
January 8, 2018
4 Common Gutter Problems You Should Avoid
Gutters may not be the most prominent feature of your exterior, but they play a large part in maintaining the structural soundness of your home. They should always be in their prime condition to protect the foundation against water intrusion. When neglected, they can cause serious issues, resulting in extra expenses.
December 12, 2017
5 Signs That You Need to Replace Your Gutters
Gutters are an integral part of your home’s well-being. They shield your siding, foundation, replacement windows and other vulnerable components of your exterior against the ill effects of water damage. With their constant exposure to severe conditions, however, you can expect wear and tear on the system over time. If you notice any of these signs, Hinkle Roofing can provide you with a quality replacement:
June 27, 2017
Avoid These Commercial Roofing Problems by Hiring an Expert
Hinkle Roofing takes pride in installing roofing that can last a lifetime. We dedicate our time to improving our skills, and we hire only those with sufficient knowledge about different roofing types and how weather conditions affect them.