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Most people love owning their own home, but no one really likes spending money on major home improvement projects like a new roof or gutters even when it’s absolutely necessary.
Part of being a responsible homeowner and maintaining the safety and value of a home is spending money on these worthwhile improvements.
If you are a homeowner in the market for a new roof and/or gutters, you might be asking yourself the following questions:
- Do gutters need to be removed during a roof replacement?
- Are gutters removed before or after replacing a roof?
- Is it more cost-effective to replace gutters and a roof at the same time?
- Can you replace gutters without replacing your roof?
- How are my gutters protected during a roof replacement?
Keep reading to find the answers below!
Do gutters need to be removed during a roof replacement?
Gutters are not removed during the roof replacement process.
If gutter repair or replacement is needed, your roofing contractor will wait to repair gutters until after your new roof is installed.
If your gutters are still in good condition, your local roofing contractor will take the necessary steps to make sure they are protected during the roof replacement process.
This includes preventative measures like covering them up so roofing materials won’t damage them.
Once the new roof replacement is complete, your contractor should blow everything out and clean your gutters whether they need to be replaced or not.
Can You Install New Gutters Without Replacing Your Roof?
If you are in the market for new gutters, but your roof is in good condition, you can absolutely install new rain gutters without replacing your roof.
Do keep in mind if your roof is close to the end of its lifespan, it may be best to hold off on new gutters until it’s time for a new roof.
Unless you have faulty gutters that could be destroyed during a heavy rain or storm, it will make more financial sense to wait to do both simultaneously.
Replacing a roof is much more expensive than replacing gutters, so it usually makes financial sense to prioritize your roof over your gutters.
Just remember that both your roof and gutters serve essential roles in protecting your home from potential problems, so never let either fall into disrepair.
Another perk of replacing gutters after or during a roof replacement is to ensure the new gutters will match your chosen shingle color.
Should You Replace Your Gutters When You Replace Your Roof?
As previously mentioned, it makes sense to upgrade your gutter system while you replace your roof if your gutters are in rough shape to begin with. Our team recommends installing seamless gutters instead of traditional gutters for a number of reasons.
Some signs of ineffective gutters include:
- A wet, damp, or moldy basement with clear foundational issues due to poor drainage
- Clogged gutters with leaves and debris
- Water runoff isn’t being channeled away from your home during heavy rainstorms
- Stains on your basement walls from water seepage or discoloration around window frames.
- Curling wallpaper, damp carpet, or doors and windows that won’t close properly due to a shifting foundation.
Gutters are critical in keeping water away from your home’s foundation, which is important because water damage and foundational issues are expensive and complicated to resolve.
Getting new gutters installed during a roof replacement is cheap prevention to what could be a huge and costly mess.
In summary, if you aren’t experiencing any of the signs of faulty gutters, it’s not necessary to replace both gutters and a roof at the same time.
However, if your gutters are ineffective, it makes the most financial sense to replace these at the same to prevent future water damage as your roofing contractor will likely bundle the cost of both if done at the same time.
Contact Craig Roofing To Determine If You Need A New Roof or Gutters
Replacing your roof and gutter system doesn’t always go hand in hand, but if you’re getting your roof replaced, it’s not a bad idea to get a roofing professional to inspect your gutters as well.
Doing so could save you a lot of money in the long run and protect the future longevity of your home.
Craig Roofing is Northeast Ohio’s favorite local roofing and gutter contractor serving Akron, Cleveland, Canton and the surrounding areas.
Contact our team to schedule a free inspection and professional roof and gutter installation service today!