Gutter Repair & Maintenance in Greater New Orleans

Corner Leaks — The #1 Failure in Louisiana

Inside and outside corners are the most common failure point in Greater New Orleans. The cause is almost always the same: miter-strip construction sealed with sealant that degrades in Louisiana's heat cycle.

Standard caulk breaks down in 2–4 years under New Orleans' UV and temperature cycling. Once the sealant fails at a corner, the joint opens and water drains straight down your fascia and wall.



We assess whether the corner can be properly re-sealed (appropriate for recent installations with otherwise sound gutters) or whether a hand mitered corner replacement is needed. We won't re-caulk a joint that will fail again in 2 years.

When multiple corners across a system are failing, replacement with hand-mitered corner construction is almost always better value than patching one by one.

Sagging Gutters — Hanger Failure and Slope Loss

A sagging gutter has lost its pitch — water pools rather than draining. The weight of standing water accelerates the sag and eventually pulls the gutter away from the fascia.



Causes: hangers spaced too far apart, hanger screws backed out of deteriorated fascia, or original installation with inadequate slope.

Repair: re-hang the affected section with properly spaced hangers, correct the pitch to 1/4" drop per 10 feet, replace any damaged hardware. If fascia behind the hanger has rotted, we address that first.

Gutters Pulling Away from the Fascia

When gutters separate from the fascia, the cause is either failed hanger screws or deteriorated fascia that can no longer hold a screw. Both are repairable — fascia condition determines the approach.



Sound fascia: re-drive hanger screws at new locations with neoprene washers. Rotted fascia: replace the affected section first, then re-attach the gutter. There's no point driving screws into soft wood.

Joint and Seam Leaks (Sectional Systems)

Older sectional gutters (not seamless) have joints between sections. These fail regularly in Louisiana's climate from thermal expansion, UV degradation, and humidity attacking the sealant.



We re-seal failed joints with premium UV-rated sealant. When a connector has corroded, we replace it. When multiple joints are failing across a sectional system, replacement with seamless is usually the better long-term value.

Storm and Hurricane Damage

Louisiana's storm season can damage gutters that were in good condition — wind-lifted sections, debris impact, hanger failure under load. We prioritize storm damage calls during active storm seasons.

We assess and document damage for homeowner insurance claims. Call immediately after a storm — don't let damage compound.



Named-storm deductibles in Louisiana are calculated as a percentage of your home's insured value (typically 2–5%). A $350,000 home with a 3% named-storm deductible has a $10,500 deductible — call us for an honest assessment before deciding whether to file.

Downspout Problems

Blocked, disconnected, or undersized downspouts cause gutter backups that force water out at the weakest joint or corner — making a repair look like a different problem.



We flush blocked downspouts, replace damaged sections, add extensions to move water away from the foundation, and upsize outlets when the existing fitting is bottlenecking the drain.

Fascia Rot — The Hidden Consequence of Ignored Gutters

Fascia rot is not a gutter problem — it's the consequence of a gutter problem that was ignored. Gutters that leak or overflow against the fascia for months or years destroy the wood.



Rotted fascia must be replaced before new gutters can be hung. We identify this at the estimate stage so there are no surprises.