Fiberglass gutter is some of the strongest gutter on.
Wood gutter crown.
Fir gutters are available in limited lengths require a fair amount of up keep and over time will rot from exposure to the elements and insects.
4 fir wood gutters cost between 10 and 12 per linear foot.
Costs depend largely on the type of wood used to make the gutters size and labor rates in your area.
Wood gutters add beauty and functionality to a home s exterior mostly noted for its molded face a wood gutter becomes the crown molding of the building s cornice.
This article will address maintaining wood gutters and repairs.
I ve seen some well maintained wood gutters over a hundred years old and rotted 10 year old gutters.
Whether you have a classic house in need of repair or are planning a new house in a traditional style wood gutters can add beauty and functionality to your home s exterior.
Simple wood gutters often called yankee gutters or box gutters have been around for a long time in one form or another.
Cedar gutters start at around 11 50 per linear foot for 4 and around 18 50 for 6 gutters.
In addition to the mechanical function of collecting rain water and conveying it to the ground the molded face of the gutter becomes the crown molding of the building s cornice.
Often the old growth wood was rot resistant enough to perform admirably for decades and other times the gutters were lined with a sheet metal like lead or copper to extend their life.
Maintenance and proper care is key.
6 fir wood gutters cost between 16 and 18 per linear foot.