Frequently Asked Questions About Gutter Cap
How does Gutter Cap work?
Gutter Cap is a metal dome system that covers the gutters.
The majority of rooftop debris is shed by the wind, while
the remainder is shed during the rain. The rainwater is
still able to navigate through the gutter system by means of
water surface tension. The rainwater adheres to the rounded
metal contours of the panel and drains into the gutter once
it hits the straight edge in the trough system. Some debris
will pass through the system, but there is plenty of room in
the patented channeling system for the debris to be flushed
out of the downspout.
Why should I choose Gutter Cap over
other products?
There are subtle differences in the Gutter Cap design that
make it superior to other products.
Gutter Cap is made of an X-10 metal alloy for
sturdiness. The panels are painted with a Kynar finish and
will not fade or chalk. The finish on the majority of the
other systems will bleach out within 2-5 years. There are no
vertical openings in the panel for debris to fill in or mesh
together, clogging the system. The system is low profile and
with proper color matching to the roof, almost invisible.
The warranty is double lifetime for materials, performance,
and most importantly, labor.
How much will the cost be to
install Gutter Cap on my home?
Gutter Cap dealers only quote exact figures. Beware of
companies that will quote over the phone. There are far too
many variables involved such as pitch of roof, type of roof
or gutter, conditions of gutters, number of inside and
outside valleys, etc. Hence, pricing can only be determined
by a visit to the home and inspection of the roof and gutter
system. Free no-obligation quotes are available at your
convenience.
How much rain can Gutter Cap
handle?
Almost every gutter protection system can handle what ever
Mother Nature can dish out in terms of volume of rain fall.
The real focus should be on whether the gutter protection
system will clog. That’s when rain-flyover is a problem.
Most systems will eventually clog, but Gutter Cap will not.
So rain flyover will not be an issue.
What kinds of roofs can Gutter Cap
be installed on?
Gutter Cap can be installed on asphalt, metal, flat, slate,
cedar shake, and under proper conditions half barrel tile
roofs. Pitch usually isn’t an issue since Gutter Cap has
even been installed on steep Mansard roofs.
Will the installation of Gutter Cap
under my second row of shingles void my roof warranty?
There is a great deal of propaganda being spread by our
competitors that are envious of our superior mounting
system. We don’t know of any case where a gutter Cap dealer
has had an insurance claim filed for a leaky roof. Common
sense dictates that it shouldn’t be a concern. Your roof
wasn’t glued on. It was nailed. We have sent our
installation techniques to the four major roofing
manufacturers. They are satisfied that our installations
methods will not compromise the integrity of the roof.
Does Gutter Cap prevent
ice-damming?
Gutter Cap will minimize ice-damming under the fascia or
under the first row of shingles. This is because Gutter Cap
is mounted over the first row of shingles and under the
second row. Ice-damming under the second row of shingles is
uncommon because there is insulation under that portion of
the roof, and the melt-freeze cycle is less likely to occur
in that spot. But you will see Icicling sooner with Gutter
Cap, as you would with any gutter protection system.
Formerly, the ice had to fill the gutter first before
spilling out over the gutters. However, considerably less
damage will occur with ice on top of Gutter Cap than when it
was in the gutter. Only
Heater Cap will totally eliminate ice-damming in the
gutter area.
What is covered under the Gutter
Cap Warranty
The one page double-lifetime warranty is clear and forward
to the point. You will never get up on a ladder again to
clear your gutters or unclog the
Gutter Cap system. You will not be required to perform
routine maintenance nor pay service fees to have problems
fixed. Unlike the majority of the gutter protection systems
available, you will not find any “weasel clauses” rendering
the warranty useless. The warranty is transferable to a new
homeowner one time at no charge.
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