Roofing Services
Gutters
Seamless gutter installation and gutter screens — sized correctly, pitched right, and integrated with your roofline to move water where it needs to go. A complete roofing system includes gutters that work.
What gutters actually do for your home
Gutters are the part of the roofing system that most homeowners think about last — until they're causing a problem. Water that runs off an uncontrolled roofline doesn't disappear; it goes into the soil at the foundation, into the fascia boards along the roofline, and down exterior walls. Over time, all three create problems that are more expensive to fix than the gutters would have been.
The common gutter failures we see: undersized gutters that overflow in heavy Texas rain, gutters that have sagged and lost their pitch so water ponds instead of draining, sections that have pulled away from the fascia, and seam joints that have opened up and are dripping behind the fascia instead of through the downspout.
We offer seamless gutter installation as part of a complete roofing scope, or as a standalone project for homes that need new or replacement gutters. Gutters work best as part of a maintained system — we also offer roof maintenance to keep the rest of the envelope in good shape.
What we install and how we size it
Getting the system right means getting three things right: the gutter size, the pitch, and the downspout placement.
Seamless aluminum gutters — 5" or 6" K-style.
We install seamless gutters cut to length on-site, which eliminates the seam points where sectional gutters fail over time. Most homes get 5-inch K-style; larger roof areas or steeper pitches that concentrate more water in a single run get 6-inch.
Correct pitch.
Gutters need enough slope to drain to the downspout without water sitting. Too shallow and you get standing water and debris buildup; too steep and heavy Texas rain overwhelms the downspout faster than it can handle. It's a precise setting — we dial it in correctly during installation, not by eye from the ground.
Downspout placement and sizing.
Downspouts placed too far apart leave gutters without enough drainage capacity during peak flow. We position them at the right intervals and extend them far enough from the foundation to direct water away from the structure — not just off the roofline.
Gutter screens — where they make sense.
Quality mesh screens significantly reduce cleaning frequency for homes under tree cover. We'll tell you honestly what type works best for your specific debris situation and what maintenance you can still expect even with screens installed.
Signs your gutters need attention
Overflow during rain. If water is pouring over the edge of the gutter instead of through the downspout, the gutters are clogged, sagged, undersized, or all three. This water goes directly into the soil at your foundation.
Fascia and soffit staining or rot. Water that gets behind a gutter — from a failed seam, a loose attachment point, or a gutter that's pulling away — soaks into the fascia board and soffit. Once the wood is damaged, the repair cost exceeds the cost of the gutters themselves.
Soil erosion at the foundation. Visible channeling or erosion in the soil around the foundation is water that's not being routed far enough from the structure. Downspout extension or regrading may be part of the solution.
Gutters installed during a recent roof replacement. A roof replacement is the right time to address gutters — the roofline is already disturbed and the drip edge and fascia integration is clean. Gutters that are nearing end of life and get left in place during a roof replacement often come back as a separate job within a few years.
Why have your roofer do the gutters
Integration at the roofline matters.
Gutters attach at the fascia and integrate with the drip edge. A roofer who understands how the roofing system terminates at the eave installs gutters that work with the roof, not against it — proper drip edge overhang, correct attachment depth, and a clean finished look.
One scope, one company.
When the gutter and roofing scope are managed by the same contractor, the details at the transition point don't fall between the cracks. Gutter failures that stem from roofing issues get caught and addressed in the same visit.
Honest about what you need.
Some homes need new gutters. Some need repair at specific sections. Some just need the downspouts extended or cleaned. We'll tell you which applies to your home without inflating the scope.
What to expect
Inspect
We assess what you have, what's failing, and what the right scope is.
Assess
A clear recommendation: new gutters, section replacement, or repair. With reasoning.
Install
Seamless gutters cut to length on-site. Pitched correctly, downspouts placed right.
Stand behind it
Workmanship warranty on the install. Gutters that move water the way they should.
Frequently Asked Questions
Most residential homes in Central Texas are well-served by 5-inch K-style gutters, which handle the volume of a typical Texas rainstorm. Homes with larger roof surfaces or high-pitch roof lines may benefit from 6-inch gutters. We'll size the system appropriately for your home's drainage load.
Quality screens reduce cleaning frequency significantly but don't eliminate it entirely. Fine mesh screens handle most debris well — the exception is small seed pods and pine needles, which can work through some screen types. We'll tell you honestly what level of protection makes sense for your specific tree cover.
Overflowing gutters, standing water near the foundation after rain, soil erosion along the roofline, or water staining on fascia boards are the main signs. Gutters that are undersized, clogged, or pitched wrong don't move water the way they should — and the problems show up at both ends of the system.
Almost any residential roofline. Tile and metal roofs have specific attachment considerations — the flashing and fascia treatment differs from shingle. We handle gutter installation across all three roof types.
Yes. Seamless gutters are cut to length on-site, which eliminates most of the seam points where older sectional gutters leak and fail. We install seamless aluminum gutters as the standard.
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Where we work
Austin Neighborhoods
Lake Travis Area
Highland Lakes
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(512) 734-1808zach@brooksonroofing.comAlso serving Belton, Buda, Florence, Kyle, Manor, Salado, Temple, and surrounding communities.
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