UK Fascias Limited
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Anthony G., TA9
Roofline | Guttering in Highbridge
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Guttering is a crucial element of the roofing of your building. It provides aesthetic benefits as well as making certain rainwater that runs off your roof is adequately channeled away from the edge of the building and into drains. The main element to deciding on the best guttering for your house is being familiar with the requirements of your current roof. For instance, steeper or bigger roofs will require guttering capable of channeling an increased flow of water. It may be appealing to simply replace like for like, but an expert guttering company can survey the home to understand your requirements, and suggest for you the most appropriate guttering for your roof. Guttering is available in a number of types and materials. For materials, PVC is typically the most popular. PVC guttering is very inexpensive while still being durable. It's available in a variety of colours and styles. However, guttering is also produced from metal, generally either steel, aluminium or cast iron. While these materials are typically higher in price than PVC, they also last longer and are well suited to period properties as they have a more traditionally designed appearance. Different moulds of guttering will also impact the flow of the water. Half round and square guttering are widespread and will suit many properties, while deep flow or ogee guttering are ideal for use on properties that require increased water flow. Ogee guttering also has a unique mould which has a striking appearance. Guttering is also available in a variety of colors, from traditional black or white to brown and grey. In addition, some PVC guttering can be found in a cast iron effect.
The typical cost of Gutter replacement is £1000. Costs can change based on the materials and the contractor picked. The upper price range can be as high as £1150. The material costs are commonly about £250
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Montacute is a little village as well as civil parish in Somerset, England, 4 miles (6.4 kilometres) west of Yeovil. The village has a population of 831 (2011 census). The name Montacute is believed by some to derive from the Latin "Mons Acutus", referring to the conically severe St Michael's Hill controling the town to the west. A different sight is that it is named after Drogo de Montagu, whose family stemmed from Montaigu-les-Bois, in the arrondissement of Coutances. Mortain held Montacute after 1066, Drogo was a close affiliate. The village is developed virtually entirely of the local hamstone. From the 15th century up until the start of the 20th century it developed the heart of the estate of the Phelips family members of Montacute House. The village has a great medieval church, and was the website of a Cluniac priory, the gatehouse of which is currently a personal home. At the centre of the village is a large square called the 'Borough' around which are organized stunning cottages and a club, the Phelips Arms; there is a 2nd pub and also resort positioned in the village, called the King's Arms.
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All aspects of roofing work undertaken including repointing rebedding gutter installation gutter repairs upvc installed new roofs etc no job to big or to small feel free to get in touch for a free quote kind regards
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Crown Property Maintenance offers quality exterior property maintenance services to properties in Yeovil and the surrounding areas. With over 15 years of experience in the industry, we have been catering to both residential and commercial customers. ...
I asked for a written quotation as in my experience with out one the contractors tend to find extra 'problems' and push ...
Quick response with polite and efficient service, the work was put to the test the very next day and stood up well.
Montacute - TA15
Enquiry from: Ruth B
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
repair or replacement of cast iron guttering in listed building time scale: 1-3 months please call to appoint
Martock - TA12
Enquiry from: Stuart B
Start Date: Immediate
standard two storey house needs a replacement length (one) of plastic gutter. Probably needs two new brackets fixed to brick wall.
Yeovil - BA22
Enquiry from: Philip T
Start Date: Immediate
fix/clean leaking gutter. tricky access due to conservatory are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 what level of service do...
Yeovil - BA22
Enquiry from: Linda M
Start Date: Immediate
I have a gutter which is leaking water at one end
Bridport - DT6
Enquiry from: Geoff S
Start Date: Immediate
Gutter replaced Due to leaking joints
Bridport - DT6
Enquiry from: Verlie G
Start Date: Immediate
Gutter repair on porch. Also gutter clearance at back and front of house.
Martock - TA12
Enquiry from: Rosalind H
Start Date: Immediate
My front gutter has moved off support and water flows down over my front door. I think the gutter is fine it just needs aligning to support .
Martock - TA12
Enquiry from: Brenda E
Start Date: Immediate
I need the internal box guttering in my conservatory repaired. It leaks.
Martock - TA12
Enquiry from: Brenda E
Start Date: Immediate
I need the internal box guttering in my conservatory repaired. It leaks.
Martock - TA12
Enquiry from: Brenda E
Start Date: Immediate
I need the internal box guttering in my conservatory repaired. It leaks.
Yeovil - BA21
Enquiry from: George P
Start Date: Immediate
I need a 2.5m Black gut replaced, supports are in place
Sherborne - DT9
Enquiry from: Jane C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
gutter repairs and some fascia replacement are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 what level of service do you require: rep...
Sherborne - DT9
Enquiry from: Jane C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
gutter repairs and some fascia replacement are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 what level of service do you require: rep...
Sherborne - DT9
Enquiry from: Jane C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
gutter repairs and some fascia replacement are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 what level of service do you require: rep...
Sherborne - DT9
Enquiry from: Jane C
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
gutter repairs and some fascia replacement are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: semi detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 what level of service do you require: rep...
Yeovil - BA21
Enquiry from: Josh P
Start Date: Immediate
Gutter service/replacement
Yeovil - BA20
Enquiry from: Whyman R
Start Date: 1 to 3 months
re plum guttering pipe to different drain point about 3 metres away are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: detached how many bedrooms do you have: 3-4 what level of service d...
Sherborne - DT9
Enquiry from: Colin F
Start Date: Immediate
Guttering replaced with deep flow on four roofs, retaining existing cast iron downpipes.
Yeovil - BA21
Enquiry from: Graeme S
Start Date: Immediate
gutter replaced above conservatory at the back of house and possibly more but the back section is broken. are you the property owner: owner of the property property type: terrace how many bedrooms do...
Martock - TA12
Enquiry from: Maureen D
Start Date: Immediate
My back gutter replaced as the one there is leaking from the joins
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If you live in an average home with an average amount of guttering and you’re used to a bit of DIY, it’s relatively easy to replace gutters. But if you have a home that’s more than two-storey or you have guttering that’s more complicated, it’s best left to the professionals.
Lots of homes these days have uPVC guttering. uPVC is a hard-wearing plastic that will last a long time without much maintenance except your usual gutter clearing. It’s relatively light, so lots of people think it’s easy to replace uPVC gutters. If you live in a bungalow, you may be able to just use a ladder to take down your old guttering and replace it with new uPVC gutters, but if you live in a two-storey home it can be a bit more complicated. If you do attempt to replace your gutters yourself, make sure you’ve got a sturdy ladder that will comfortably reach the right height, and never rest it on the fascia or the guttering itself.
If you have cast iron or copper guttering, this is much heavier and bulkier than uPVC. Certainly don’t try to replace these on your own – make sure you have another competent DIYer to help you. Reputable roofline specialists will use scaffold towers to make it easier to handle heavy gutters and they will always work in pairs on this type of guttering, so make sure you have the right tools and equipment to work with.
Just because it’s easy to replace gutters, it doesn’t mean you should. It’s better to ask a reliable roofline company to help you, since they have the skills to fit guttering properly and have experience with working at height.
In the UK, gutters are normally made from uPVC. It’s a hardy plastic that won’t rot, warp or tarnish very easily, which is why it’s so popular. It’s the same material that’s used for most homes’ windows these days; they don’t have to be the standard white as they can be made into a range of colours. Expect to pay an average of £500 for the supply and installation of uPVC guttering, and more if you require scaffolding.
Other materials that are popular for gutters include copper, aluminium and cast iron. These are much more expensive – you might be looking at around £1500 or more for the supply and installation – but they give a more polished look and are often used on period properties or those in a conservation area. If you're considering these types of gutters, make sure you get a few quotes from different roofline companies so you can compare the different materials.
In the past, gutters were made from wood, asbestos concrete or stone. They were often lined with lead to stop the water from seeping through. When it was discovered that asbestos was seriously harmful, it of course stopped being used. Wood was prone to rotting, even with lead lining, and stone is heavy and expensive. So when uPVC came along, it became an affordable and easy material to use for gutters so homeowners could be confident that rainwater will be kept away from the foundations of their properties. It’s important to keep gutters clear from leaves and debris, because if they become blocked, they can make water to fall against your property’s walls, causing damp.
A gutter is part of the system that takes rainwater away from a building. Every home will have some form of guttering system to stop water from dripping off the roof and into the walls. It’s important to keep your gutters clear because if water starts to seep into your home’s walls, you’re likely to get damp.
A guttering system consists of half pipes, troughs, bends and downpipes. They’re usually cylindrical in shape but they may be square on some homes and in countries outside of the UK. Technically, the gutter is the part that you’ll see across your roof that collects rainwater. The water will then feed into a downpipe from your roof’s edge to the base of your home, where you can collect it in something like a water butt, or it will be discharged to a surface water drain or soakaway.
In early times, gutters used to be made from lined wood or stone. Lead was often used as the liner to stop rainwater from seeping through the material, but you won’t see it used much anymore. These days, most homes have uPVC guttering as it’s a hardwearing plastic that should last a long time. But you’ll also see gutters made from aluminium, cast iron and copper, especially on period homes or those in a conservation area.
Every home needs a guttering system to ensure that rainwater doesn’t affect the foundations of the property. It’s also important to keep the gutters clear of debris like fallen leaves, as this will cause them to overflow, potentially causing water to soak into the walls and causing damp.
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