Then use the information below to see what size gutter you need.
Gutter roof design.
They come in 5 inch to 6 inch widths.
Features a curved profile that is held in by tension which makes it easy to snap in and snap out.
Add one foot to the measurement for every turn in the gutter.
All gutters are not effective for their full depth and width 4.
Once an architect has determined the kind of roof he intends to use he must give equal attention to the design of the roof drainage system.
Multiply the drainage area by the roof pitch factor and rainfall intensity to find out the adjusted square footage.
Box gutter and rain water head.
Constructed from aluminum mesh for long lasting rust resistance.
This gutter section will match all standard 4 in.
Mark these on the design with an x these are almost always corners where the gutter can t continue since the roof isn t sloping down once you round the corner.
Gutter sections are made from these 10 ft.
See table 10 7a for standard downspout sizes.
The design roof area is divided by the area of roof shown in table 10a column a2 or b2 see discussion above to give the minimum required area for each downspout.
Design of roof drainage systems roof drainage the roof is one of the most essential parts of a building as it protects occupants contents and interior of the structure from the elements.
Design of the mesh allows water to flow through while blocking debris.
Slope of the roof.
For animal waste management use the 25 year frequency 5 minute rainfall.
If a roof s various drainage areas call for different size gutters go for the biggest one k style.
Most times these style gutters are installed with rectangular downspouts.
Design guide md 1 roof gutter d esign method nrcs engineering maryland october 2004 page 4 roof gutter design instructions 1.
A k style gutter in the same inch width can handle twice as much water as a half round gutter.
Record this on line 1 of worksheet 1.
Maximum length of gutter.
Suitable for flattish roofs with little or no vertical faces or steep roofs draining to one side of box gutter only or any roof if you are in a hurry and make the necessary allowances for all catchments.
Style of gutters to be used.
Choose the 10 year frequency 5 minute rainfall see chart 1.
The minimum required size of a gutter is related to the intensity of rainfall and the area of roof that drains into the.
The traditional k style gutter profile adds a functional yet decorative touch to your roofline.
K style gutter systems so it is ideal for repairs replacement or as an addition to existing systems.
Gutter sections are made from 28 gauge galvalume steel.
The gutter must be of such a design and location that water from a steep pitched roof will not by its own velocity tend to overrun the front edge 3.
The e z gutter guards are designed to simply snap onto the existing gutter profile so no fasteners are required.
5 inch 5 520 square feet.
K style gutters are the most common option and they provide optimum drainage for the majority of homes in most of the u s.
