Calgary eavestrough installation, repair, and replacement

Seamless eavestrough is fabricated on-site in one continuous length, with joints only at the corners, or for specialty sections (such as gables, rounded facades, etc.). 

Sectional systems come in preset lengths with a leak point at every connector, and Calgary’s freeze and thaw cycle finds them fast.

Our eavestrough machines require a cube van to be transported and shape the aluminum on-site in lengths as long as required.

Most eavestroughs in Calgary are either 5″ or 6″ wide. Roof types that need at least 6″ include tile, metal, wood shakes, and rubber, or on homes with large roofs.

5″ works for homes with regular asphalt laminate shingles, though many homeowners choose 6″ anyway because they carry nearly twice as much water and generally look better.

Yes. Sizing, placement, and extensions are included in every install. 

Our aluminum downspouts are exactly colour-matched to the eavestrough, ensuring a seamless finish (see what we did there?).

There are several reasons that eaves overflow: the eaves themselves are too-small for the roof type or size, they are improperly sloped, or an undersized or blocked downspout is preventing the free flow of water.

They’re a contributing factor when clogged or undersized, but attic heat loss is the primary driver. A clean, correctly sized system reduces how severe ice dams get, though.

It depends on linear footage, the 5″ or 6″ profile, storeys and access, downspout count, and whether we’re removing an old system. We’ll provide a written quote based on our on-site measurements and assessment.

Our turnaround time for most homes is about 3 days from the time we give you your quote to the time we complete the job. We source materials locally and measure, cut, and install on-site, eliminating manufacturer delays.

Simpler projects, such as a wartime-era bungalow or a typical double-car detached garage, are often completed in just a few hours.

In Calgary, properly installed eavestroughs should last 15 to 25 years. The lifespan can vary depending on how they were installed and the health of the fascia boards.

Eavestrough in Calgary typically get damaged by hail impact, detaching from the home when overloaded with debris, warping from repeated freeze/thaw cycles, impacts with vehicles, inappropriate use, and bending in the wind. You can opt for Alu-Rex leaf guards, which catch debris and are rated to hold up to 250 lbs per linear foot.

But if your kids are hanging off troughs that were installed 10 years ago, don’t be surprised if they fall off the building! 

Look, we’re an exterior company that has been specializing in eavestrough since 1984. Of course we think you should hire a professional (us!) to install your eaves for you.

When professionals install your eaves, you get a continuous length custom-made for where it’s being installed. You also get a 5-year installation warranty, and a 50-year warranty on the aluminum material.

But if you’re handy and don’t mind donating a ton of your time, you can go DIY. DIY eavestroughs must be purchased in sections with pre-set lengths, leaving numerous seams and points of failure. They also don’t look as good or last as long.

We recommend most homeowners clean their eavestroughs at least once a year, ideally in the fall. Note: we do not offer eavestrough cleaning services.

In communities with large established trees close to the home (lots of central communities fall into this mix), fallen leaves, tree sap, and rodent debris can accumulate more often. If you’re in a community with these trees, it’s best to check every three months.

Conversely, if you’re in a new community like Riverstone or Seton, you probably don’t have any canopy near your roof and are unlikely to have clog concerns.

Homeowners with Alu-Rex leaf guards installed will likely never need to clean their gutters at all.

You can, but you really shouldn’t. Eaves come in many colours and can be colour-matched to your application; we’ll help with colour selection. Paint is unlikely to adhere well to aluminum, and there’s a good chance you’ll accidentally wind up painting your fascia, soffit, and siding as well.

And when it inevitably starts flaking off, well, now you have TWO problems. 🙂