Leaking Gutters? Quick and easy refurbishment with SA EPDM

The recent weather we’ve been experiencing has brought to light leaking gutters for homeowners all over the UK. With the winter season nearly upon us, now is the time to get these issues sorted out before they become bigger problems.

While first thoughts may turn to replacing all the gutters, there is a more economical and environmentally friendlier approach in refurbishing them. We’re here to show you how.

Refurbish, don’t replace your leaking gutters

Leaking gutters quickly lead to damaged timbers and internal elements of homes when left. This is why it is important to act fast when the first signs of a leak appear. Sometimes, the leak can be caused by an overflow due to blockages within the gutter system. However, old metal guttering can suffer over time and begin to degrade. Once you spot this in one place, the likelihood is that there are many more places in a similar condition.

When this happens, homeowners often hold their breath, thinking that a full gutter replacement project is looming. This can be a costly endeavour, particularly when you consider the removal and disposal of the existing, damaged gutter, often one of the biggest parts of the project.

Using EPDM is a relatively new approach, growing in popularity across the domestic marketplace in very recent years. EPDM is a highly popular membrane, typically used in flat roofing. Elevate (previously Firestone BP) introduced a self-adhering EPDM system, developed specifically to give metal gutters a second lifespan – RubberGutter SA.

Give your leaking metal gutters a second life

Fast and straightforward to install, RubberGutter SA is the ideal approach to minimise waste and seal and protect old guttering. Suitable for a confident DIYer or can help minimise the labour time for a professional trade roofer, making it cost effective too.

No flame work or even adhesive is needed to install RubberGutter and you need very few tools and accessories to completely seal the gutter trough. It has high UV and ozone resistance, which means it will not deteriorate or become easily damaged. It maintains flexibility and is able to adapt to the historic movement one expects from metal gutter systems during fluctuating temperatures and weather.

Eco-friendlier than gutter replacement

Removal and disposal of a traditional metal gutter system produces a lot of waste, which often ends up in landfill. Modern gutters typically have a shorter lifespan and require replacement every few years, which also generates a waste product.

Using a refurbishment product like RubberGutter, which is fully recyclable at the end of its long service life expectancy, minimises this waste impact. In addition, EPDM SA is chemically inert and able to support rainwater harvesting, making it a viable material for domestic eco water management projects and systems.

Talk to us

If you’re experiencing leaking gutters or you’ve been repeatedly repairing your guttering for years, give us a call. We’re here to help with expert advice and a wide range of roofing solutions to help your projects run as smoothly as possible.

Further reading: About Elevate RubberGutter SA

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