What is a Half Round Gutter?

1/2 Round Aluminum Gutter

Half round gutters are a good choice for some homes. Half round gutters look just like they sound: a round tube cut in half. But since this is the classic gutter style used for centuries in Europe and America, half-round (1/2 round) gutters are standard or proper etiquette for many prestige custom homes. Usually when you see a stunning copper gutter system, it will feature the classic half-round profile. Thus half-round rain gutters are primarily used in custom homes and, nationally, account for about 10 percent of the gutter market.

Yet half-round gutters are now such a prestige item that manufacturers have developed roll-forming machines to make half-round gutters out of aluminum. Thus the half-round style is migrating into the mid-range housing market as an “upgrade” item. With their classic simplicity, the half-round profile goes with virtually any style of home architecture. And in contrast to copper half-rounds that are installed with semicircular wraparound hangers, the aluminum variety is slightly altered so that installers can use the same standard hangers they use for ordinary K-style gutters.

As for the performance of half-round gutters, there is some debate. Some say that a rounded profile won’t hold as much water as the more squared-off K-style gutter. But others believe that, while a K-style gutter the water spreads to the outer edges of the squared-off trough, as a rounded profile directs water to the bottom point of the trough and thus improves flow.

1/2 Round Copper Gutter

Gutter Helmet of WNC in Asheville installs seamless gutters in all styles. We offer half round and k-style in 5” & 6” in a wide variety of color, plus copper gutters and imitation copper gutters. Visit us www.nevercleanyourgutters.com for more information or call 828-681-5555 for a free site visit and gutter estimate.

Gutter Helmet of WNC serves the Asheville area including Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Brevard, Waynesville, Weaverville, Arden, Fletcher, Flat Rock, Fairview, Cherokee, Maggie Valley, Highlands, Canton, Candler, Cashiers and the entire Western North Carolina region.

How much does Gutter Helmet cost?

Fall is approaching and so is the season for clogged gutters. So if you’re considering installing a Gutter Helmet gutter protection system on your home, you’re not alone.  If you’re serious about lifetime gutter protection, then your ready to make the investment. The biggest question then is how much does a Gutter Helmet system cost?  The cost will vary based on  a number of factors related to your home and the condition of your current gutter system.

There are a number of things that can affect the price of installing a Gutter Helmet system including how many stories your home is, the square footage, whether any special equipment is needed to perform the job, local zoning and permitting policies,  as well as the condition of the roof and fascia.

Every Gutter Helmet installation comes with an inspection of your existing system, a gutter cleaning, sealing, adjusting the pitch and installing additional hangers if needed.

Fall savings of 20% off make this a great time to purchase a gutter protection system for your home. Plus Gutter Helmet comes with a lifetime warranty. Once you install Gutter Helmet, we guarantee You’ll Never Clean Your Gutters Again!

 The best way to determine the cost of a custom Gutter Helmet gutter guard system is to obtain a free, no hassle, in home estimate by one of our installation experts.  Call today at 828-681-5555 and ask about our 20% discount and financing options.

Gutter Helmet of WNC serves Asheville,Weaverville, Black Mountain, Biltmore Forest, Flat Rock, Highlands, Cashiers, Hendersonville, Waynesville, Cherokee and the surrounding WNC area. We look forward to your call.

How is Gutter Helmet Different from Other Gutter Protection Systems?

The difference between Gutter Helmet lies in the patented design and overall effectiveness of the product. Gutter Helmet has been time tested over twenty five years. That’s why we are ranked as America’s best and #1 gutter protection system. Most gutter cover products use a screen with vertical openings or foam. These small openings in the screen collect small debris such as pine needles, and tree droppings that can clog the holes in the gutter cover and keep them from working effectively at capturing rain water.

Gutter Helmet’s multi-patented solid gutter cover design has no small openings making it impossible for small debris to enter your gutters or clog the cover. Gutter Helmet’s design uses “surface tension”, to draw water into a small slit on the side of the helmet, while pushing leaves around, over and down.  To see surface tension at work, hold a water glass under a running faucet and watch it run over the curved surface of the glass. The water flows around the outside of the glass. Leaves and debris fall to the ground, while water surface tension causes water to flow around the exclusive lid design and into your gutters where it can drain away from your home.

Gutter Helmet Solid Gutter Cover

Experience the Gutter Helmet difference today. More than one million home owners have already discovered why Gutter Helmet gutter guards are the #1 gutter protection system in the world. Call Gutter Helmet of WNC today for a free no hassle estimate and save 20% on your entire home system now for a limited time. Call now 828-681-5555 or visit www.NeverCleanYourGutters.com.

Gutter Helmet of WNC serves the Asheville area including Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Brevard, Waynesville, Weaverville, Arden, Fletcher, Fairview, Cherokee, Maggie Valley, Highlands, Canton, Candler, Cashiers and the entire Western North Carolina region.

Why Choose Seamless Aluminum Gutters?

Gutter shopping is not something that most of us think much about, however when the time comes to build a house or put new gutters on your existing one, it is surprising how many options are out there. 

Gutters are extremely important to the safety of your home. The purpose of having them is to divert water away from your home and foundation.  Without them, water can seep into your foundation and walls causing leaks as well as mold and mildew growth.  Every home must have gutters, and ideally, seamless aluminum gutters provided by Gutter Helmet of Western North Carolina.

Aluminum is the best choice when choosing gutters.  It is a durable material that stands up well to the elements.  It is easy to cut and manage, and it can be painted to easily blend into the outdoor beauty of your home. Also, with Gutter Helmet’s patented gutter guard covers, you’ll no longer need to climb dangerously high on a ladder many times a year to do the dirty job of cleaning out your gutters.  Wouldn’t it be nice to enjoy your trees without the resentment of the mess they make in your gutters? Once Gutter Helmet’s patented gutter protection system is installed, you’ll never have to clean your gutters again - Guaranteed. Gutter Helmet covers prevents clogged, overflowing gutters that lead to water damage, mold, mildew, rotten fascia board and damage to siding, roofs and landscape.

For a free gutter installation quote or a Gutter Helmet estimate, call the professionals at Gutter Helmet of WNCin Asheville. We’ve been serving the greater Western North Carolina area since 1991. Call 828-681-5555 today or visit us at www.NeverCleanYourGutters.com.

Cleaning Clogged Gutter Downspouts

Tips for Cleaning Clogged Gutter Downspouts

If you’ve managed to get through the task of cleaning out clogged gutters, then the next step is to make sure that the downspouts run freely. If they don’t, you probably have a blockage in the downspout itself. Try dislodging it by running a hose down the spout. The water pressure shouldn’t be too strong—you don’t want to blow it up. If it’s still tight, use a plumbing snake to clear it.

If there are angled joints, you may need to remove the downspout from the gutter to clear it. If you break a seal, clean the old caulk off with a wire brush and then apply silicone caulk to reseal. Reattach the clean, sealed downspout. Install downspout strainers to trap debris so you can clean it easily and prevent knots of debris from blocking them. Cleaning gutters and downspouts is something most homeowners dread doing.

If you’re one of those who’d rather leave the dirty work to someone else, call the helpful gutter experts with over 20 years experience – Gutter Helmet of WNC. They’ll get the job done right. For professional help and expert advice call 828-681-5555 or visit www.nevercleanyourgutters.com.

Gutter Helmet serves all of Western North Carolina including Asheville, Biltmore Forest, Arden, Fletcher, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Asheville, Weaverville, Waynesville, Brevard, Cherokee, Canton, Highlands, Cashiers, Flat Rock, Enka and the surrounding areas.

Save 20% on your Asheville Gutter Helmet Installation

Gutter Helmet of Asheville, NC in Arden installs the #1 gutter guard protection system available in the world today. More than one million homeowners have chosen Gutter Helmet to protect their homes and families. That’s because Gutter Helmet aluminum solid gutter cover is guaranteed to keep leaves out and guard your home from the damage and disease that clogged, dirty and overflowing gutters can cause.

Gutter Helmet eliminates the hassle and expense of continuous gutter maintenance. Call today for a free estimate and ask about our 20% savings coupon, good for a limited time only. Once you install Gutter Helmet, you Never Have to Clean Your Gutters Again Guaranteed! Visit www.ashevillegutter.com or www.nevercleanyourgutters.com for more information or call us at 828-681-5555.

Gutter Helmet of WNC services Black Mountain, Biltmore Forest, Arden, Cashiers, Cherokee, Hendersonville, Asheville, Flat Rock, Highlands and surrounding WNC areas.

How Does Gutter Helmet Work?

Gutter Helmet’s patented horizontal-rib design is engineered for strength and outlasts other gutter protection systems. Gutter Helmet in Asheville, NC, sells the only aluminum gutter guard system available that installs over reinforced heavy gauge brackets; these brackets actually strengthen and support your gutters.

Gutter Helmet’s nose forward design allows water in, but keeps leaves and debris out. This special design leaves only a small channel open for rainwater.  Through the scientific principle of surface tension, rain adheres itself to the Gutter Helmet surface, flowing harmlessly into a narrow channel between our panels and your gutters.

Gutter Helmet cover stops clogs and overflowing and safeguards your home from nesting animals, mosquitos, mold and mildew. You’ll never have to clean your gutters again, guaranteed. Both Gutter Helmet® and our installation procedures have been approved by major roofing manufacturers. Your roof and roof warranty are safe with us. Gutter Helmet comes with a transferable lifetime materials and a product performance warranty.  Call our office in Asheville today for a free in home consultation 828-681-5555.

Gutter Helmet serves all of Western North Carolina including Biltmore Forest, Arden, Fletcher, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Asheville, Weaverville, Waynesville, Brevard, Cherokee, Canton, Highlands, Cashiers, Flat Rock, Enka and the surrounding areas.

Save 20% Now on Gutter Helmet Gutter Guard Systems

This year Gutter Helmet celebrates it’s 25th Anniversary! Gutter Helmet was the very first solid gutter cover ever designed. Developed 25 years ago, Gutter Helmet is the most installed gutter protection system in the world today. More than one million homeowners have installed our patented gutter guard protection system.

Gutter Helmet gutter protection systems eliminate a host of potential problems that can arise from clogged, stuffed or leaking gutters. By preventing clogged gutters, Gutter Helmet gutter guards also prevent the mold, disease and structural damage caused by dirty, overflowing gutters.

Gutter Helmet Gutter Guard System

Plus every Gutter Helmet we install comes with a lifetime transferable warranty to ensure your satisfaction. We stand behind our  promise. Once you’ve installed a Gutter Helmet gutter guard system, you never have to clean your gutters again – guaranteed! 

Save 20% now on a complete Gutter Helmet proprietary gutter guard system for your home. Call the gutter installation pros at Gutter Helmet of WNC in Asheville for a free, no hassle estimate at 828-681-5555 or visit us at www.nevercleanyourgutters.com

Gutter Helmet serves all of Western North Carolina including Biltmore Forest, Arden, Fletcher, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Asheville, Weaverville, Waynesville, Brevard, Cherokee, Canton, Highlands, Cashiers, Flat Rock, Enka and the surrounding areas.

Does Your Asheville Home Need Rain Gutters?

Wondering if you need new gutters installed or your existing guttering system repaired?

Most homes need rain gutters. It’s likely that if you don’t have them, getting to your front door during a heavy rainfall is like walking under Niagara Falls. The Asheville region gets roughly 40” of rainfall a year, with the heaviest rainfall occurring in the month of March.

Without the right gutter system, your basement is likely to experience moisture problems.  If you find yourself getting out the sump pump or dehumidifier after every rain, you have a moisture problem and need to find a solution to drain water away from your home. Gutters can help when properly installed. Gutter Helmet of WNC installs seamless aluminum and copper gutters to protect your home.

A home evaluation by a skilled Asheville gutter installer in the can help answer any questions and help you determine what type of gutter system is right for your home. We offer 5″ & 6″ seamless gutters and 1/2 round gutters in aluminum and copper.  If you live in the Asheville, Weaverville, Cashiers, Maggie Valley, Hendersonville or surrounding areas, the friendly gutter experts at Gutter Helmet of WNC are available to offer expert advice at call 828-681-5555.

How is Gutter Helmet installed?

One of the most commonly asked quetions we get is how Gutter Helmet is installed. Here is our process:

The first thing we do at Gutter Helmet of WNC is send our expert gutter installers to your home to clean, seal, check and make any needed adjustments to the alignment of your gutter system. Then we custom-fit your Gutter Helmet to your home with heavy gauge, reinforced support brackets. Gutter Helmet panels are individually prepared and secured over your full-sized gutters.

Our installers mount your Gutter Helmet under or over your roof shingles, depending on the construction of your roof. After completion and final inspection, your home and your property are restored to their original condition. Generally, we can complete your installation in one day.

For a free, no obligation on a Gutter Helmet gutter protection system, call 828-681-5555 or visit www.NeverCleanYourGutters.com.

Gutter Helmet of WNC serves Asheville, Waynesville, Black Mountain, Weaverville, Hendersonville, Flat Rock, Brevard, Highlands, Cashiers and the surrounding area.