The Brothers That Just Do Gutters · Tacoma
Gutter Styles in Tacoma & the South Sound
K-style, half-round and specialty profiles matched to the architecture of your South Sound home.
- Licensed & Insured
- Seamless Gutters Formed On-Site
- Serving the South Sound
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Gutter Styles in Tacoma & the South Sound, WA: The Brothers That Just Do Gutters Tacoma forms K-style and half-round seamless gutters on-site, in the profile and material that fits the home, from mid-century and Craftsman to Spanish Revival and modern. Call (253) 777-1572 or book online.
What are K-Style and Half-Round Gutters and What is the Difference?
K-style and half-round are two different styles of gutters you can have installed on your home. Half-round gutters are often used for specialty gutters, simply because they are more aesthetically pleasing. Both styles are available in all materials, but because of the price difference in aluminum styles, the half-round is considered a specialty gutter style.
Many clients do not realize that there are options available when selecting the proper gutter system or solution for their home. Both are available in both 5” and 6″ and both can be used as a radius gutter. A Radius gutter can be formed around an area of your home that resembles a semi-circle.
*Half-Round Seamless only available in some locations. Ask your Solutionist
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Types of Gutters
A K-Style gutter is what is most commonly used on residential and commercial homes. The “K” refers to the shape of the front of the gutter. This design has proven to be effective for handling large amounts of water without overflowing and also the “K” style gives the gutter added strength.
Available in 5 inch and 6 inch
Types of Leaders
A leader is more commonly known as a down spout. The down spout or leader is what is connected to the gutter and brings the water from the gutter to the ground. Leaders are available in different sizes depending on the needs of the home.
2×3″ is the dimension of the most commonly used leader on residential homes. 2×3″ is the standard size installed with 5″ gutters. 3×4″ is most commonly installed with 6″ gutters. A 6″ gutter usually is taking on more water and will need a bigger leader to handle the extra flow.
Available in 2”x3” and 3”x4”
The corrugated design provides added strength and a certain aesthetic that many people like. Corrugated leaders are an excellent accent when having copper gutters installed.
There are no real advantages of round leaders over rectangular leaders as far as handling water and debris.
Available in 3” & 4”
The smooth round leaders look beautiful but lack the strength of the corrugated leader. They are by no means weak, but if something hits it, the leader will dent more easily than a corrugated leader. Round smooth leaders are not available in aluminum, only copper.
There are no real advantages of round leaders over rectangular leaders as far as handling water and debris.
Available in 3” & 4”
Types of Hangers
A hanger is the piece that holds the gutter together and secures it to the house. The way it works is it grabs the front lip of the gutter and snaps to the back of the gutter. Most hangers installed today by professionals you will find below. All the listed hangers use a threaded screw to secure the gutter to the house.
This is the hanger that WSG uses and is the best hanger on the market. It comes with a screw already started into the hanger. The shaft that the screw goes through provides added strength to the screw. The slight arch on the bottom of the hanger also gives added strength. The threaded screw is driven on an angle through the back of the gutter and into the fascia.
Available in 5” & 6”
The hidden hanger is often used instead of the superior Quick Screw hanger because of its lower cost. Although it costs less, it shortens the life span of your gutters significantly.
Available in 5” & 6”
This hanger is corrugated on the inside to provide added strength. It is definitely better than the regular hidden hanger but again not as strong as the Quick Screw hanger.
Available in 5” & 6”
If your gutters are more than 10 years old it is possible that they were installed using the nail and ferrule system. A nail is driven thorough the front of the gutter, through the ferrule shaft and through the back of the gutter and then into the fascia. This was the standard way of hanging gutters 20 years ago, but technology has improved and the hidden hangers have now become the industry standard. The problem with this system is that the nails start falling out after a few years. The reason this happens is because the wood expands and contracts, working the nails out and eventually the gutter falls off.
Available in 5” & 6”
When installing Half-Round gutters the #10 combo shown is the hanger of choice. The back end of the hanger is secured to the fascia and the gutter is laid into the circle shape. The spring clip then hooks to the front end of the hanger, over the front lip of the gutter, and holds the gutter securely into place.
Other Materials
The gutter wedge is used to make up the difference behind a gutter when the fascia is slanted or there is a molding behind the gutter. This works on 5″ & 6″ gutters.
When a house has an area where two gutters meet at a corner, a miter is used to make a smooth transition between both gutters. When our crews install a corner, we seal in three places. The first place we seal is on the manufacturers seam which is right in the middle. The second is on the inside of the corner where the gutters will overlap into it. And the third is on top where the gutters meet. Basically meaning no leaks.
Some houses may have a bay window or a bonus room which will have an octagonal shape on the outside of the house requiring the gutter to make a 45• angle. In these situations the bay miter is used to connect the gutters at the corners.
A roof strap is a thin piece of metal that on one end hooks into the gutter hanger and the other end has holes for a screw to secure the gutter and strap into the roof. Roof straps are often used when there is no fascia.
Conductor heads are often used to add extra style to a house or building and installed at the top of a leader. Often these are used when installing copper gutters and leaders. The other function is not cosmetic but rather when a lot of water is going into one down spout, a conductor head can hold the excess water as the rest goes down the leader pipe. Conductor heads are available in aluminum & copper, 5″ & 6″.
End caps are used to cap off the open end of a gutter so that water does not flow out of the end. The end caps are crimped and sealed with silicon to ensure no leaking.
Most houses have an overhang between the gutter/fascia and the siding. To get the leader from the gutter to the siding an elbow is used. Elbows are also installed at the bottom of all leaders so the water does not go directly into the foundation.
Services
More Ways We Help South Sound Homeowners
Related services from the same local crews.
Aluminum and specialty gutters formed on-site to the exact length of your roofline. No factory seams, sized for South Sound rainfall.
Learn more Gutter CleaningFir and cedar needles, big-leaf maple seed and moss cleared by hand, downspouts flushed and tested.
Learn more Gutter RepairLeaking seams, sagging runs, loose hangers and rotted fascia, repaired the same visit when possible.
Learn more BroGuard Gutter GuardsFine metal mesh built for fir and cedar country. Stops needles and moss debris while 37 to 40 inches of rain a year flows through.
Learn more Maintenance ProgramScheduled cleanings before the needle drop and again after the wet season so your system never gets a season off.
Learn more Exterior SolutionsFascia board, underground drainage and under-deck systems that move water away from your foundation.
Learn moreHow it works
From first call to clean rooflines
- 1Call or book online
Tell us what is going on with your South Sound gutters. Same local team answers.
- 2On-site walkthrough
A Solutionist checks the roofline, downspouts and drainage and gives you a written estimate.
- 3The work gets done
Seamless runs formed in your driveway, cleaning and repairs finished the same visit when possible.
- 4Walkthrough and clean-up
We flush-test the system, show you the results and leave the property cleaner than we found it.
Why the Brothers
Why South Sound Homeowners Call the Brothers
Jamie and Zeke Edwards live here. When you call (253) 777-1572 you reach the local team that works in Tacoma every week.
Our truck carries the machine. Each run is extruded on-site to the exact length of your roofline, so there are no factory seams to leak in the wet season.
BroGuard fine metal mesh stops fir and cedar needles, maple seed and moss debris while heavy rain flows through. Nothing plastic on your roofline.
Cleanings before the needle drop, downspout flushing and repairs scheduled before the first atmospheric river, so your gutters are not the weak link in November.
Year-round
Your South Sound gutter calendar
What we are doing on South Sound rooflines each season, so your system is ready before the weather asks it to work.
- Fall · Sep to NovPre-rain cleaning
Fir and cedar needles, maple seed and moss cleared and downspouts flushed before the wet season starts.
- Winter · Nov to MarAtmospheric river response
Overflow, clog and moss calls prioritized ahead of forecast systems, plus emergency repair on loose runs.
- Spring · Apr to MaySpring clean-out and guards
Big-leaf maple seed and blossom cleared, and BroGuard fine mesh installed to stop the needle drop.
- Summer · Jun to AugInstall season
The dry window for new seamless runs, fascia repair and downspout upgrades before the rain returns.
The Work
Real Crews. Real South Sound Homes.
Reviews
What the South Sound Homeowners Say
“I had a great experience with The Brothers That Just Do Gutters on my Tacoma home. The crew were professional, communicative, and did outstanding work. The new gutters and gutter guards look great, everything was installed with attention to detail, and they left the job site spotless. Highly recommend them to anyone looking for quality work and great service.”
Posted on Google“I had the Brothers Gutters put new gutters on my 26×108 ft building. They not only gave me the best price but their customer service was outstanding. They were on time with the appointment and finished in 2 hours. I would highly recommend them when doing your gutter repair or primary install.”
Posted on Google“At the start, Zeke was willing to work with my schedule, and they were prompt and on time. They worked with me, giving me options on the locations and directions of the downspouts, explaining the pros and cons of each option. Their pricing was very competitive… I highly recommend their services, even if it is not the lowest price. You won’t regret it.”
Posted on GoogleGutter Styles Questions, Answered
The most common modern profile, with a flat back and a decorative front that looks like crown molding. It carries more water for its size than half-round.
Historic homes, traditional and European styles, and anywhere you want copper to be a visible design element.
Often yes. Bring photos to the estimate or let a Solutionist look at it in person.
Half-round and specialty profiles cost more than standard K-style, mostly in material and hangers.
Service area
Also serving these Tacoma area communities
Every community on this list is inside our service area and gets the same local crews, on-site seamless gutters and free written estimates. Cities with an arrow have their own local page. For anywhere else on the list, call (253) 777-1572 or request a free quote and a Solutionist will come out.
Also serving- Fircrest
- Lakewood
- Gig Harbor
- Sumner
- Fife
- Milton
- Edgewood
- Burien
- Normandy Park
- Pacific
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The Brothers That Just Do Gutters · Tacoma · (253) 777-1572 · Serving Tacoma, WA and the South Sound
Licensed & Insured · Locally Owned & Operated in Tacoma, WA