Gutter | vs. | Rainhandler |
HOW IT WORKS Roof rain collects in box-shaped gutters attached to roof; water drains off through downspouts attached to front of building. Downspouts and leaders typically deposit all roof water in a few locations, close to the home. |
HOW IT WORKS RainhandleR attaches to bottom of fascia board about six inches or more below roof; no downspouts. Roof rain hits Rainhandler disperser consisting of seven 3/4-inch aluminum louvers. Roof rain breaks into droplets, dispersing over a three foot band, uniformly spread around the home. |
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MAINTENANCE Overflowing gutters and downspouts cause trenching and erosion. Clog with debris such as leaves; clean-out of all gutters and downspouts to remove leaves and debris up to six times per year. Choke with ice in winter. Annual maintenance to fix leaks, seal joints, replace corroded parts, re-set brackets. Clogging results in overflow, causing mildew and rot of fascia board, black stains on front of gutters. Ice dams cause water leakage into attic and first floor ceiling. |
MAINTENANCE-FREE Never overflow, no trenching. Will not clog, will not ice-up; clean easily with a garden hose. No climbing required. Each 5-ft. section will hold 80-plus pounds. Maintenance free. 25-year warranty. No clogging – no damage to fascia board, or other parts of home. Cannot cause ice dams. Warranted against winter damage to Rainhandler. |
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ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Stagnant water pools in clogged or |
ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES Up to 100% of beneficial rain water is delivered to lawn and shrubs. Greatly reduces problem of overloading city storm drain systems with roof run-off. |
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AESTHETICS
At best, cumbersome, detract from look of house; gutters in need of repair can be an eyesore.Custom builders never add gutters until after home is sold. |
AESTHETICS
Nearly invisible, does not detract from architectural integrity. Complements any architectural style. Added resale value. |
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INSTALLATION More than 50% of buyers seek professional installation. Complicated equipment needed form forming and installation. DIY requires 26 separate parts for complete system. |
INSTALLATION Easier to install. Brackets are mounted to fascia board; Rainhandler snaps in, and locks easily. in place. Light weight Rainhandlers easy to cut if needed. Only 3 parts Rainhandler, Brackets + screws. |
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COSTS
Owner installed: Annual maintenance |
COSTS
Owner installed: Custom installation on a home with 200 linear ft of Rainhandler is about $1200 to $1600. No maintenance or repair costs. RainhandleR is clearly a better value. |