Box gutters are a regular victim of leaking as they handle large quantities of unforgiving rain. If there is fault or failure in the box gutter, rainwater will gain access to the building causing all manner of damage.
At Pinnacle Roof and Build, our team has worked on a majority of projects that have involved a full reworking of box gutters.
Case
A recent client of Pinnacle Roof and Build was experiencing leaking from the box gutter due to the lead that was used splitting.
After determining the best course of action for removal and repair, our team determined that lead could be replaced with EPDM rubber. EPDM membranes remain stable with a life expectancy that can perform for over 50 years, providing safety against serious water damage to the house.
EPDM rubber is a great alternative to lead for box gutters as it is relatively cheaper and cannot be stolen.
Task
Once our team had evaluated the problem and planned out how to safely fix the problem, we set about carefully removing all lead and surrounding rotten timber as well as debris from around the area.
Once this was completed, we re-boarded the area in OSB timber due to it being more water-resistant than plywood. For the finish, we utilized fleece black rubber
Re-boarded in OSB timber and finished with fleece black rubber EPDM to provide a sustainable finish to the job, looking seamless and providing a secure replacement over the unreliable lead option that once occupied the property.
Box gutter replacement is another speciality for the team at Pinnacle Roof and Build, who look into sustainable and cost-effective ways to fix a multitude of problems.
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