Pros and cons of different types of gutters
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The pros and cons of different types of gutters are below. They're arranged in order of least cost to most cost, but remember that specific quotes are likely to be more informative (and also that there may be differences in pricing for regions and seasons).
Vinyl Gutters
- Ease of installation (lightweight and sections easily snap together)
- They never rust or corrode
- Cheap purchase price
- Best for milder climates
- Don't paint well
- Vinyl gutters can become brittle and crack over time (especially in extreme temperatures)
Aluminium Gutters
- Lightweight
- Rust-proof
- Relatively easy to work with
- Weather-resistant and work fine in cold climates
- Paint well
- Can be purchased in seamless models
- Aren't as strong as other types but this also depends on the type of aluminium you select
Sectional vs. Seamless gutters
Because the most likely place in a gutter to break is the seam, seamless gutters are a massive plus no matter what material you choose. You'll have seamless options with aluminium and steel gutter products but they will come at an added cost.
Galvanised Steel gutters
- Competitive in terms of pricing against other steel products
- Stronger than aluminium
- Eventually will rust (but the life of galvanised steel gutters can be extended by proper maintenance)
Stainless steel gutters
- Super strong and durable
- Keep their shine
- Won't rust
- Far more costly than other materials
Copper gutters
- Have added aesthetic value - beautiful to look at
- Extremely strong - virtually indestructible
- The most expensive metal option
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