Can You Repair a Box Gutter?
In this article we will list different methods of box gutter repairs. We will be talking about the pros and cons of each product, the price difference and over all how effective each box gutter repair will be.
Material: Copper Lining
Pros:
Great solution for a long term box gutter realigning.
Resistant to weather
Looks beautiful
Area does not have to be cleaned prior to install
Cons:
By far most expensive option
Seams need soldered every 10ft
Difficult to find qualified installers
Portion of your roof needs to be removed prior to installation
Estimated cost: $$$$ Over All: 9/10
Material: EPDM Rubber
Pros:
Great waterproofer
Flexible to fit in any box gutter design
Cons:
Rubber can tear when applied over metal without insulation board
Rubber is seamed together with epdm tapes. Tapes can fail and are exposed to weather
Drains need field fabricated
Bottom layers of roof may need to be removed
Estimated cost: $$$ Over All:7/10
Material: Aluminum Roof Coating
Pros:
This product is sold in most lumber yards and box stores
Inexpensive
Easy to apply
Cons:
Surface needs cleaned
Lasts 1 year
Needs reapplied every year
Not a true waterproofing agent
Messy and heavy to carry
Estimated cost: $$ Over All: 2/10
Material: EPDM Rubber
Pros:
Great waterproofer
Flexible to fit in any box gutter design
Cons:
Rubber can tear when applied over metal without insulation board
Rubber is seamed together with epdm tapes. Tapes can fail and are exposed to weather
Drains need field fabricated
Bottom layers of roof may need to be removed
Estimated cost: $$$ Over All: 7/10
Material: Peel and Stick Tape
Pros:
This material is sold in most lumber yards and box stores.
No special tools or knowledge of this material is needed
Easy to install
Cons:
Area needs to be totally clean to stick.
Dirt and grime can cause loss of adhesion
When adhesive fails water will infiltrate
Difficult to determine where it is leaking from
Box gutters can continue to decay under tape
Estimated cost: $$ Over All: 3/10
Material: Caulking
Pros:
Sold in most lumber yards and box stores
Easy to install
Quick fix
Cons:
Must be correct type of exterior sealant
Cannot fix drains
Will not prevent back ups
Holes and cracks may be too large to caulk
Estimated cost: $ Over All: 2/10
Material: Silicone Fluid Applied System
Pros:
Long warranty
Color options
Expands and contracts with weather
Can fit multiple box gutter designs
Multi layer system
1-2 day job
Can work in copper and tin box gutters
Can be patched and repaired years later
Cons:
Areas need cleaned prior
Cannot prevent all backups
Drains need to be replaced during process
Estimated cost: $$$ Over All: 9/10
If your home is in need of box gutter repairs. Give Ascend Roofing LLC a call we will come out and inspect your box gutters and consult with you on the best options for your and your box gutters.