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Seamless Gutters in Southfield, sized to the roof
Under Southfield’s big shade trees, gutters work hard every fall and every thaw. We install seamless gutters and downspouts sized to your roof, with guards that cut down on clogs and downspouts that move water away from the foundation.
- Seamless gutter runs
- Downspouts placed right
- Guards that cut clogs
- Free inspection
Free roof inspection & estimate
Southfield homeowners. A roofer, not a call center, gets back to you.
Gutters are part of the roof system
Gutters don’t get much thought until they overflow. On a Southfield home, that usually happens in two seasons: in the fall, when leaves and seeds from mature trees pack the troughs, and in late winter, when snow melts off the roof faster than a clogged or undersized gutter can carry it. Water that spills over the front edge soaks the fascia, splashes against the brick and pools along the foundation, which is the last place you want it on a house with a basement.
Clogged gutters also feed ice dams. When meltwater can’t drain, it freezes in the gutter and at the eaves, and the ice backs up under the shingles.
We install seamless aluminum gutters formed on site to the length of each run, so there are no seams in the middle to leak. We size the gutters and downspouts to the roof area they drain, pitch them so water actually moves, add downspout extensions to carry it away from the house, and fit guards where the trees overhead call for them. When we replace a roof, we look at the gutters and fascia at the same time so the whole edge of the roof works together.
Gutter work for Southfield homes
Everything that moves water from the roof edge to a safe spot in the yard.
Seamless gutters
One continuous run between corners, with no seams along the length to leak or pull apart.
Downspouts & extensions
Enough downspouts for the roof area, placed so water lands well away from the foundation.
Gutter guards
Covers that keep leaves, seeds and shingle grit out so the gutter keeps flowing between cleanings.
Sizing to the roof
Steep, large or valley-fed roof sections push more water; we size the gutter and outlets to match.
Ice & snow detailing
Solid hangers, the right pitch and ice and water shield at the eaves so winter ice does less harm.
Gutter repairs
Leaking corners, loose hangers and clogged or crushed downspouts fixed when the system is still worth keeping.
Gutters, guards and downspouts, side by side
Not every house needs every option. A ranch with no trees nearby may only need properly sized seamless gutters and a couple of well-placed downspouts. A two-story with oaks and maples over the roof will spend every fall clogging unless it has guards.
During the free inspection we look at the roof pitch and size, where the valleys dump water, the trees overhead and where the yard slopes, then recommend what the house actually needs. You get it in writing with photos of the problem spots, so you can compare it fairly.
If the gutters you have are the right size and still hold their pitch, we’ll say so. Sometimes a few added downspouts, longer extensions or a set of guards solve the problem without new gutters at all. And if the roof itself is near the end of its life, we’ll point that out too, because gutters are best replaced when the new drip edge goes on.
| Option | What it solves | Good fit when |
|---|---|---|
| Seamless guttersOne piece per run | Joints leak | Old gutters are sectional |
| Larger gutter sizeMore capacity | Overflow in storms | Steep or large roof planes |
| Added downspoutsFaster drainage | Water pools at corners | Long runs, one outlet |
| Gutter guardsKeeps debris out | Constant clogs | Trees over the roof |
| Downspout extensionsMoves water away | Wet basement or erosion | Yard slopes to the house |
Three steps to gutters that actually drain
You see what we find before you decide anything.
Free inspection
We check the gutters, downspouts, fascia and roof edge, and watch where the water goes now.
- Photos of problem spots
- Roof edge checked too
- Honest repair vs. replace
Written estimate
You get a written estimate with the gutter size, downspout locations and any guards spelled out.
- Sized to your roof
- Options side by side
- No pressure
Clean install
We hang the new system, test the flow and clean up the yard before we leave.
- Pitch set to drain
- Old gutters hauled away
- Daily cleanup
Fighting ice dams?
Ice along the gutters usually starts on the roof: heat loss, ventilation and missing ice and water shield.
More ways to keep water out
Gutters work best with a sound roof and a tight roof edge.
Gutter Replacement
Sagging, leaking or undersized gutters replaced and the fascia behind them repaired.
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Leak Prevention & Waterproofing
Ice and water shield, flashing and ventilation that stop ice dams and leaks before they start.
Learn moreRoof Replacement
Full tear-off and a new Owens Corning shingle system, with the yard protected and cleaned up every day.
Learn moreWhat our customers say
Real reviews from homeowners across Metro Detroit.
“Kincaide roofing went above and beyond our expectations. Scott (the owner) took pictures of every step and fix he made. They were punctual, thorough and very professional. No B.S. with Scott, the communication was straight forward and gave us briefings every night before they left.”
“I can’t say enough good things about this company. Scott the owner walked me through the whole process from start to finish. They protected my house with boards during the job and did a fantastic job on clean up! All this and a fair price!”
“Great craftsmanship, Competitive prices gets the job done on time. man of his word! I would recommend him to friends and family.”
Leaves, seeds and a long Michigan fall
Southfield’s tree canopy is mature and thick, and the gutters underneath it pay for that shade.
Many Southfield streets have trees that have been growing since the houses were built, and on the streets near the Rouge River the canopy is especially heavy. Maple seeds in spring, leaves from October into December, and needles and twigs all year end up in the gutters. Add Michigan freeze-thaw, and a clogged gutter in November is a block of ice by January. Downspouts matter just as much: on houses with basements, discharging water right at the foundation is asking for trouble.
Sized to the roof
Gutter width and downspout count matched to the roof area each run drains.
Guards for big trees
Guards that keep leaves and seeds out where the canopy hangs over the roof.
Away from the basement
Downspout extensions that carry water away from the foundation, not into it.
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Gutter questions from Southfield homeowners
Sizing, guards and keeping water away from the house.
My Southfield house is under big trees. Are gutter guards worth it?
Water is getting into my basement. Could it be the gutters?
Do I need a permit for new gutters in Southfield?
What are seamless gutters?
What size gutters do I need?
Can gutters cause ice dams?
Get your free gutter inspection in Southfield
We’ll check the gutters, downspouts and fascia and give you a written estimate for what your house needs.