Can Corroded Gutters Be Repaired?

Gutters protect your roof and other parts of your home from water damage. Steel and aluminum gutters can withstand extreme weather conditions and protect your home for at least 20-30 years with regular cleaning and maintenance. Unfortunately, due to various reasons, they could suffer from corrosion.

In this post, a residential roofing expert discusses how rusted gutters are fixed.

The Primary Cause of Corrosion

Corrosion or rusting happens when metal interacts with oxygen and water. It eats away at metals and causes holes. It also causes the gutter material’s density to become thin, reducing its structural integrity. Rust can spread fast if you neglect to clean your gutters regularly. In some cases, corroded gutters are no longer repairable. 

Repairing Minor Corrosion Damage

Experts use aluminum foil and wire brush to fix minor gutter rust damage. They scrub away the rust using the wire brush. Once clear, they apply a scrunched-up and dampened aluminum foil to prevent the corrosion from progressing.

Another alternative method is to use a wire brush, remove the rust spots and then coat the corroded spots with metal primers to delay gutter damage.

If your gutters suffered minor corrosion damage, there’s a high chance your metal roofing and gutter expert can restore them. 

Repairing Major Corrosion Damage

Holes are indicative of major corrosion damage. In this case, experts use high-quality roofing cement or liquid rubber around the rusted edges. Then, they attach a precisely cut piece of metal flashing. Once attached, they test its sturdiness. This method only works if there are only a few holes in your gutters. Consider replacing your entire gutter system if the holes are more than an inch in size and spread across the gutters.

If you need top-notch gutter replacement services, you can always depend on the residential and commercial roofing experts at Deschutes Roofing.

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