When to Pick Half-Round Gutters Instead of K-Style

• Diana Ivers
• 2 years ago
• Categories: Gutters
• Tags: gutter company, gutter installation, gutter replacement

Most homes feature K-style gutters. The front side is designed to look like crown molding, while the back side is made flat to allow for easy attachment to the fascia board. However, more and more homeowners are discovering other alternative gutter styles, including half-round ones. JAM Roofing, your trusted gutter and roofing company, shares what you need to know about them.

Choosing Half-Round Gutters

There are certain instances when you’ll want to choose half-round gutters over the more popular K-style. One is when you’re restoring a historic home built before the 1950s. The architectural style during this time period featured rounded elements, making half-round gutters a perfect choice to revitalize the structure’s original appearance. To add a more modern flair to your historic home, you may add features to make your home’s aesthetic appeal more unique and improve the functionality of your gutters.

Benefits of Half-Round Gutters

If you are in the market for new gutters, now is the perfect time to get a half-round system. Here’s why:

• Aesthetic appeal. As the name suggests, half-round gutters are shaped like the letter U, resembling a tube that has been cut in half. We’ve mentioned that they fit well in historic homes, but this option has also been installed in homes that feature a more modern or contemporary vibe. This creates an interesting aesthetic that can rival that of their K-style counterparts.

• Resistance to corrosion. The smooth shape and clean lines of half-round gutters means rainwater running down your roofing system is less likely to collect inside the gutters, minimizing rust and corrosion. It also means that any debris that may land inside is easily washed away. 

• Low-maintenance gutters. Half-round gutters are often manufactured from heavier gauge metals, which means they can endure the harsh elements without becoming damaged or coming loose. Make sure they are properly installed so you can enjoy many of their benefits.

JAM Roofing is a leading roofing contractor in the area that you can rely on for other exterior home improvements, including gutter and skylight installations. Call (541) 773-7663 or fill out our contact form to schedule an appointment. We serve homeowners in Oregon, including residents of Medford and Grants Pass.