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When to Have Gutter Replacement

You know how important it is to maintain your gutters. Without them, water can run directly into your foundation and cause leaks and flooding. You probably clean your gutters at least once a year like you should, but are you sure your gutters are working as effectively as they can? A malfunctioning gutter can be just as ineffective as having no gutters at all! In order to protect your home from water damage, you need to keep an eye on your gutters and get gutter replacement when it’s needed. But how do you know when it’s time for a gutter replacement? Let R.M. Banning tell you what to look for when your gutters need replacing!

Signs You Need Gutter Replacement

Basement Flooding

If you have water coming into your basement during a rainstorm, and it’s not pooling around a poorly sealed storm door or window, be sure to check your gutters – they could be failing. Your gutters’ job is to direct rainwater away from your home’s foundation. If they’re not performing properly, that rainwater can seep into the cracks, not only flooding your basement but also causing some potentially serious structural damage. So if your basement is flooding, check your gutters first!

Leaks

If you see any signs of leakage from your gutter system, you should consider gutter replacement. A leaking gutter cannot effectively direct water away from your home and won’t give you the best protection from water damage. Signs of leaks include mold, peeling paint and wood rot on the outside of your home around the gutter system.

Rust

If your gutters are developing any visible rust, you need to think about gutter replacement. Rust means your gutters are starting to wear out, and will probably develop leaks in the near future. Replacing your gutters before there is a problem is a proactive step towards protecting your home.

Uneven Gutters

If your gutters are not in line with your roof and seem uneven, a gutter replacement might be a good idea. Uneven gutters mean your gutter system is not properly attached your roof anymore, and can’t work as effectively as possible. Gutters need to be in line with your roof to properly direct water away from your home, so uneven gutters can mean big problems!

Gutter Replacement from R.M. Banning

If your gutters are giving you any of these signs, call R.M. Banning for gutter replacement. We’ve been around since 1982 meeting the gutter replacement needs of people in Northern Virginia. All of our employees are highly trained professionals ready to help you choose the best gutter system for your home. We make all of our gutter replacements on site so you can rest assured your gutters will work perfectly with your home. We offer different size of gutters, seamless gutters, hidden fasteners and more so you will have a great selection to choose from during your gutter replacement. We want to help you get the home of your dreams, and this includes replacing old, broken gutters with new ones that will protect your home. Let us ensure your home is safe from unnecessary damage caused by malfunctioning gutters. Contact us for a free gutter replacement estimate today!

 

Thursday, December 8th, 2011   Category: FAQs  

Z. Saroyan

Around October of last year, we started to develop roof leaks in our townhouse. Of the 5 contractors we called, we chose R. M. Banning Co., Inc. (Banning Roofing) for a number of reasons: 1.) The owner, Rich Banning, was the most responsive (to include immediately following up on emails or phone calls when we had questions about anything); 2.) Explaining everything that would go into the job before it was started; 3.) Coordinating seamlessly with the tenants who were there at the time; and 4.) Coming in with a quote that was between 15% and 25% below everyone else while using the same or better materials.

The job was scheduled and completed on time with no hang ups whatsoever. Rich forwarded photos of the roof as did the tenant so we were able to see everything. The workman who interacted with our tenants were professional and courteous and the clean up was impeccable. The tenant, who is a great tenant and works to keep everything neat, was very pleased with the neatness and lack of interruption, despite the major job.

As a military member, I am naturally cautious in what I do. This is particularly true when it comes to laying out a decent chunk of change when the job requires it. While no one likes to have to spend this kind of money, if you do, you want to walk away from the job feeling it was a good investment. In this case, it was money well spent and Rich genuinely exceeded our expectations. I recommend him and Banning Roofing without reservation.

 

Wednesday, April 6th, 2011   Category: Testimonials  

We’re on Top of Your Most Important Investment

There’s no job too complex for us to handle and no job too small for us to take on. Whether you are looking for roof replacement, siding or window installation, or general contracting services in the Northern Virginia region, R.M. Banning can help. R.M. Banning considers repeat business our highest compliment, so we’re honored that many of our clients return again and again.

Real people, real service. That’s who we are, that’s what we do!

Roofing: We take pride in offering the top name brands in the roofing industry like CertainTeed, Mule-Hide and Velux.

Siding: Re-siding a home is among the top ten remodeling projects in terms of overall payback. You can often recoup 100% or more of your investment from a siding job.

Windows: Whether you desire double hung, bay windows, or sliding windows we can install them. New windows not only add style and charm to your home, they will help make it more energy efficient.

General Contracting: If you are looking to upgrade a room or add an addition to your home, we are here for you.

 

Wednesday, December 8th, 2010   Category: Headline  

Ice Dam Prevention with Certainteed Winterguard

The storms are coming, the snow is on its way, the ice will stick. Be proactive by installing Certainteed’s “Winterguard” underlayment for superior ice dam prevention. “Winterguard” is an ice barrier membrane underlayment installed above the eaves that gives total protection against the damages ice dams can cause to your home.

 

Wednesday, November 24th, 2010   Tags:   Category: Tips  

Insurance Claim Needed?

Have an unexpected design change due to storm damages? This homeowner did just minutes before they were headed to bed. Mother Nature decided to invite her way in and cause unexpected damage to the exterior and interior of this home.

 

Wednesday, November 24th, 2010   Tags:   Category: HeadlineBox, Tips, Work  

Let the Sunshine in




The energy conscious owner of this commercial property in Fairfax County, VA was looking for a replacement roof and wanted to leverage the power of the sun as a natural light source. R.M. Banning worked with the customer to select and install a new roof and skylights to maximize the energy efficiency of the building.

 

Monday, November 22nd, 2010   Tags:   Category: Work  

Shakes to Slate




Depending on the look some homeowners desired, they could change the type of shingles used on their home. This homeowner switched from cedar shakes to slate for a clean, crisp look and feel.

 

Monday, November 22nd, 2010   Tags:   Category: Work  

Which is better - fiberglass or organic shingles?

In the end, it must be said that either fiberglass or organic shingles can be manufactured to withstand extreme performance standards. Clearly, fiber glass-based shingles have the edge in warm weather areas. Both types of shingles can be made to perform excellently in cold weather. But fiber glass shingles must be manufactured to the most stringent performance standards to perform reliably in the far north. Not all fiber glass shingles meet these standards. So, buyer beware.

 

Tuesday, November 16th, 2010   Tags:   Category: FAQs  

What is a composite shingle?

The same thing as an asphalt shingle; basically any shingle constructed with a fiberglass or organic base is considered to be a composite shingle.

 

Tuesday, November 16th, 2010   Tags:   Category: FAQs  

What are algae-resistant shingles?

A portion of the granules contain leachable copper ceramically coated, designed to protect against discoloration from algae on the roof. This does not protect from moss growth but does slow the growth. Moss likes to feed on algae and any other debris on the roof. Most manufactures offer a 5- to 10-year warranty against algae growth; 3M (scotchgard TM) offers a 20-year warranty.

 

Tuesday, November 16th, 2010   Tags:   Category: FAQs  

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