Gutter Installation in Downers Grove and the Chicagoland Area

Your gutters take a good amount of abuse throughout the year. Melting winter snow and heavy rain are just a few of the reasons that make protecting your house from water damage an important concern; sitting water can cause irreparable harm to the structure of your home, and can become very costly if left untreated. As with many things, prevention is better than cure. Your gutters are a critical piece of protection for your house against rain and snowmelt. For that reason, you should always make sure your gutters are functioning properly throughout the year. At Berg Home Improvements, we can help you design a sound gutter system to avoid water damage, as we’ve helped many customers around our area.

How Do Gutters Work?

A good gutter system will perform a single job – moving water from one part of your house to another. When it is raining, all exposed areas of your home get wet, but the water does not accumulate. The main reason that most houses feature sloped roofs is to allow falling rain to run off your roof and onto the ground. However, this can cause its own issues. Most houses are not sloped on every side, and if water constantly falls in one section of the ground, flooding tends to occur.

Gutters handle this, transferring water from all over your roof to a rain barrel or other area where the water cannot cause any damage. Properly controlling the flow of water on your roof will lower your chances of flooding and keep the water away from your home’s exterior.

On-Site Gutter Installation

Our professional installers will customize your new seamless aluminum gutter system on site. This helps ensure it perfectly fits your home and will be correctly sloped for drainage. We offer both 5-inch and oversized 6-inch seamless aluminum gutters.

Downspouts also play a very important role in your gutter system. We install 3×4” oversized downspouts which drain almost twice the amount of water of a standard 2×3” downspout and help your gutter system keep up no matter the amount of rainfall. Oversized downspouts are also a great way to prevent clogging from leaves and other debris.

We Carry Top Rated Gutter Systems

At Berg Home Improvements, we carry the Leaf Relief Gutter Protection System, an excellent and reliable gutter system that can help keep your home protected, regardless of the season. Falling leaves, sticks and other debris from dying trees can clog your gutters in the fall before freezing into a solid mass over the winter. Even before the rain falls, this can be an issue. The added weight of tree debris can combine with wintertime snow and ice to damage your entire gutter system.

The Leaf Relief Gutter Protection System is an excellent option for avoiding this problem entirely. This system features a vented grate that effectively transfers rainwater to its desired location while preventing leaves and debris from entering your gutters. When the occasional cleaning is required, the gutters feature an access panel to provide easy access.

Contact Us

If you’re interested in significantly expanding your home’s gutter protection today, give Berg Home Improvements a call and speak to one of our gutter specialists. You can also fill out our online contact form to set up an initial quote.

FAQs About Gutters in Illinois

Why is a seamless gutter system better than traditional sectional gutters?

Seamless gutters are custom-made on-site to the exact dimensions of your home. This single piece of aluminum eliminates the seams and joints found in sectional gutters, which are often the most common points for leaks and failures. The result is a stronger, more reliable system that protects your home for years.

You offer 5-inch and 6-inch gutters. How do I know which size is right for my home?

The right size can depend on many factors. During our free consultation, our specialists will assess your home and recommend the best size to ensure optimal performance, even in heavy downpours.

What is the advantage of using your oversized 3x4” downspouts?

Oversized downspouts drain nearly double the amount of water compared to standard 2×3” downspouts, drastically reducing the risk of gutter overflow during intense storms. They are also less likely to clog with leaves and debris, keeping your system flowing freely.

Will I ever have to clean my gutters again if I install gutter guards?

The Leaf Relief system we install is designed to make your gutters virtually maintenance-free. While some debris may need to be brushed off the cover on occasion, you shouldn’t have to worry about scooping muck out of your gutters season after season.

My house has complex rooflines. Can you design a system that works?

Definitely. Our more than 50 years of experience have prepared us to work with numerous architectural styles. We can design effective, custom gutter systems for even the most complex roof layouts, ensuring every part of your home is protected.