Why gutters matter more here
Southeast Missouri gets heavy spring downpours, and a lot of Cape Girardeau sits on hills and bluffs where water moves fast. A gutter that's undersized, sagging or clogged dumps that water right next to the house, where it erodes landscaping, soaks crawl spaces and stains siding. Big oaks and maples on older lots make it worse by filling gutters every fall.
What we install
- Seamless gutters formed on site to the exact length of each run, so there are fewer joints to leak
- Larger downspouts where a roof plane collects a lot of water
- Gutter guards on tree-heavy lots, to cut down on cleaning and overflow
- Downspout extensions to carry water away from the foundation
- Correct pitch and hidden hangers, so water drains toward the outlets instead of standing in the trough
Doing gutters with a new roof
If you're replacing the roof, it's the best time to replace the gutters too. The drip edge, the last course of shingles and the gutter all need to line up so water lands inside the trough instead of behind it. Doing both at once means one crew, one schedule, and no damage to new gutters from tear-off.
Signs your gutters need attention
- Water spilling over the front edge during a hard rain
- Sections pulling away from the fascia or sagging between hangers
- Peeling paint, rot or stains on the fascia board behind the gutter
- Washed-out mulch or soil under the drip line
- Standing water in the trough a day after rain
Rural and outbuilding gutters
Around Oak Ridge, Benton and Marble Hill, many properties have detached garages, shops and pole barns. We can quote gutters for those buildings along with the house.
Sizing gutters for Southeast Missouri rain
Gutter size should match how much water the roof collects, not just what was installed before. A large, steep roof plane can send more water into one gutter run during a summer thunderstorm than a small gutter can carry, and the water spills over the front edge. We look at the square footage and pitch of each roof section, how many downspouts it drains to, and where that water ends up. When needed, we upsize the gutter, add downspouts or enlarge them.
Moving water away from the foundation
Much of Cape Girardeau sits on sloped lots, and many older homes have basements or crawl spaces. Water that pools at the base of a downspout ends up against the foundation. We place downspouts where the yard drains away from the house, add extensions or splash blocks, and point out low spots where water collects so you can decide whether to regrade or add drainage.
Fascia and soffit repair
When a gutter overflows for years, the fascia board behind it rots, and the gutter hangers lose their grip. Replacing the gutter without fixing the wood just means the new one pulls loose too. During gutter replacement we check and replace rotted fascia, and we can wrap it in aluminum so it won't need painting.
Choosing gutter guards
Gutter guards aren't one-size-fits-all. Lots near big oaks, maples and pines in older neighborhoods and around Oak Ridge and Marble Hill benefit most. Guards keep out leaves, twigs and seed pods, which reduces cleaning and overflow. We'll recommend a guard style that fits your roof edge and the trees over your house, or tell you if you don't need one.
Seasonal checklist
- Spring: clear debris after pollen and seed season, and check for storm damage
- Summer: watch for overflow during heavy storms
- Fall: clean out leaves after the trees drop
- Winter: look for ice buildup and sagging sections after freezes
Gutters, roof and siding as one system
Water management is a chain: shingles shed water onto the drip edge, the drip edge directs it into the gutter, the gutter carries it to the downspout, and the downspout carries it away from the house. A weak link anywhere causes rot, stains or wet basements. Because we install roofs, gutters and siding, we look at the whole chain on every estimate. We make sure the drip edge laps into the gutter, the gutter sits at the right height under the roof edge, and siding has proper clearance and flashing where it meets the roof and trim.
Colors and finish
Seamless gutters and downspouts come in a range of colors, so they can match your trim, blend with your siding or contrast with your new roof. Bring your shingle and siding choices to the estimate, and we'll help you pick a gutter color that ties the exterior together.
Repairs as well as replacement
Not every gutter problem calls for a full replacement. Leaking corners, loose hangers, a crushed downspout or one sagging run can often be fixed on its own. We'll tell you when a repair makes more sense.
Gutter work for businesses and rentals
Overflowing gutters over a storefront entrance, apartment walkway or church steps can turn into an icy slip hazard in winter. We install and repair gutters and downspouts on commercial buildings, multifamily properties and rentals across Cape Girardeau, Jackson and Sikeston, and we can schedule the work around tenants and business hours.
Our Cape Girardeau office
294 Siemers Dr. #1041, Cape Girardeau, MO 63701 · 573-343-8993, answered 24/7. See the Cape Girardeau and Southeast Missouri page for every town we serve locally.
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Nearby towns we serve
Jackson · Scott City · Sikeston · Perryville · Chaffee · Oak Ridge · Benton · Marble Hill
Frequently asked questions
Do you install seamless gutters in Cape Girardeau?
Yes. Seamless gutters are formed on site to the length of each run, which means fewer joints to leak.
Are gutter guards worth it?
On lots with large trees they cut down on cleaning and overflow. We'll tell you honestly whether your property needs them.
Should I replace gutters when I replace my roof?
It's usually the best time. The drip edge and gutter need to line up, and one crew handles both.
Can you fix gutters that are pulling away from the house?
Yes. We check the fascia behind them for rot, repair it if needed, and rehang or replace the gutter.
Do you put gutters on garages and outbuildings?
Yes. We can quote detached garages, shops and barns along with the house.
What size gutters do I need?
It depends on the roof area, pitch and number of downspouts. We size each run for the water it collects.
Can you repair rotted fascia behind my gutters?
Yes. We replace rotted fascia and can wrap it in aluminum before hanging new gutters.
Where should my downspouts drain?
Away from the foundation, toward ground that slopes away from the house, often with an extension or splash block.