125mm x 90mm (Domestic) 125mm being the catchment area of the gutter and 90mm being the back edge height. This size of gutter would normally be used on domestic houses & maisonettes

150mm x 120mm (Commercial) 150mm being the catchment area of the gutter and 120mm being the back edge height. This size of gutter would normally be used on bigger properties i.e. schools, offices, churches and even some large houses

We have a gutter forming machine which is sited in one of our specially designed vehicles. The pre-painted aluminium coil is then fed into the machine and with the aid of stainless and nylon rollers the gutter is roll formed into the distinctive ogee style that you can see very clearly in our logo.

The gutter is cut specifically to the individual property requirements

In this picture you will see the brackets that we call ‘hangers’ These are spaced at 450mmm centres and are screwed directly through the back into the fascia board. These hanger brackets provide sufficient rigidity for the finished gutter so that it can easily take the weight of a laden ladder. Please note that it is always advisable to fit some sort of padded protection to the ladder in order to avoid scratches to the pre-finished gutter.

Naturally, the gutter is only seamless on the continuous length but there are special corner sections available for creating gutter angles like the one in this picture.

The two sections of aluminium that meet the corner are ‘mitred’ with a special tool and a ‘two-part’ locking corner piece ‘sandwiches’ the aluminium with the help of some specially formulated silicone. The ‘two-part’ corner piece is then screwed together to create a leak proof corner.

Herald Contracts Ltd guarantee all new installations for a period of 10 years but the seamless aluminium gutter system has a life expectancy in excess of 35 years. You will not need to paint the gutter but you may still need to clean it out just like any other gutter, unless of course you have the optional leafguard fitted.

Answer - No they are not.

When deciding on which type of downpipe to use you will need to ask yourself the following questions:-

1. Do I want round or square pipe?
2. Do I want aluminium or heavy duty upvc?

	Generally, the vast majority of domestic houses will opt for a round pipe which strangely enough seems to look better fitted to a seamless gutter than square pipes. Aluminium or plastic?  Typically, a full size aluminium pipe from gutter down to ground level will cost in the region of £300.00 + VAT. By contrast, the same pipe in heavy duty upvc will cost in the region of £90.00 + VAT.
Benefits of aluminium over heavy duty upvc are as follows:- Colour will not fade in the sun over the years (especially dark colours like black and brown) Authenticity and durability Available in any powder coated colour
	One other option is the imitation cast iron pipe manufactured in plastic which offers a really authentic look. This type of pipe would cost in the region of £180.00 + VAT This product is only available in black.

The 150mm seamless aluminium gutter really comes into it’s own with challenging projects such as schools, colleges, stables, churches and any other large properties such as residential blocks of flats. The benefit of being able to fit lengths as long as 30 metres (100ft) is obvious.

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Seamless aluminium gutters can be fitted up to a continuous length of 30 metres without any expansion joint. After this point an expansion joint which usually comprises a neoprene gasket joint should be fixed to allow movement.

If you would like to fit the gutter yourself we are able to offer a ‘cut & drop’ service whereupon we bring the machine to site and run off the gutter to whatever lengths you require.

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Seamless aluminium guttering is a revolutionary light weight aluminium guttering system offering customers a large capacity, durable, and leak free alternative at unexpectedly reasonable prices.  Its versatility means we have fit it on schools, commercial buildings, domestic houses, conservatories, and even stables.  It is roll formed on site from our own vehicle-housed machinery to any continuous length, which means it is personalised to each individual property.  The seamless gutter comes in 5” and 6” sizes in a variety of colours, and is covered by BBA certification.

      

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