The gutter system consists of pipes, various gutters, fittings. It is used to drain rainwater from the roof directly into the sewer system or gutter. This is necessary in order to reliably protect the foundation of the building, the external decoration of the walls from possible moisture ingress, which can cause irreparable damage. When using a serviceable drainage system, the likelihood of mold and mildew both outside and inside the building, water leaks into the basement is practically excluded. In addition, if there is a drainage system, you can move around the house absolutely comfortably immediately after a heavy rain.
Gutter systems – classification according to pipe material
There are many materials for the manufacture of gutters – for every taste and wallet. Consider the most frequently used materials, and these are:
- Metal gutter
- Steel painted gutters.
- Polymer coated gutter.
- Aluminum gutter systems.
- Titanium – zinc gutters.
- Copper gutters.
- Plastic gutter .
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