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Should you replace roof and gutters at the same time?

ByTyler DeBroux
Home » Should you replace roof and gutters at the same time?

Most of the time, it’s best to replace your roof before you replace your gutters, but this isn’t always possible. If your gutters are broken or don’t work well, you may have to replace them before you can put on your new roof.

Homeowners who are considering redesigning or remodeling the exterior of their new houses are well aware of how difficult the process can be.

It might be challenging to determine which home improvement job should come first: the siding, the roof, the windows, or the gutters.

When it comes to exterior remodeling, there is no one optimal way to approach the project; however, if you have to choose between new gutters and a new roof, your best bet is typically to start with the roof.

Reasons to Replace Gutters Before Getting a New Roof

There are a few reasons why you should replace your gutters before you get a new roof, but the primary reason is that gutters normally need to be removed before a new roof can be installed on a home, particularly if the gutters are attached to the roof.

Reasons to Replacing Gutters After Installing New Roof

This not only makes the process of installation take longer, but it also puts your new gutter system at risk of being damaged while it is being removed and reinstalled. In addition, repairing and repainting your gutters can be an expensive and time-consuming hassle.

Install New Gutters Immediately After Replacing Roof

If you can, you should put in new gutters as soon as you replace your roof.

However, this isn’t always possible. It’s possible that you won’t have a choice but to get new gutters placed before your new roofing system if the ones you now have are broken or don’t do their job.

If this is the case, it is in your best interest to negotiate protection for your gutters into the contract that you have with the contractor. This will ensure that they are safeguarded.

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Hello, I'm Tyler DeBroux. I'm a full-time real estate investor, blogger, and property manager. Rain gutters are an essential part of any home or building and that is why I've set up this site; to document everything I learn about gutters, maintaining gutters, repairing gutters, installing gutters, and home gutter accessories. Feel free to contact me using the contact page and form here on this site.

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