If you own a historic home or you’re considering purchasing one, you’re likely familiar with the National Historic Preservation Act of 1966, which outlines regulations for the preservation of historic buildings and structures. With the rise in urban development and technology, architecture is constantly evolving and the demand for shopping malls and buildings is on the rise. The National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 helps to preserve historic structures by maintaining their historical significance and restoring their beauty for future generations.

You’ve probably renovated some parts of your home for safety reasons, energy efficiency, or projects to help restore your historic home, like replacing the outlets for electrical safety, replacing windows to maximize energy efficiency, or insulation to maintain a more comfortable indoor temperature. 

But have you considered replacing the gutters to protect your historical home from foundation damage, roof damage, and flooding? Continue reading why updating the gutters on your historic home is beneficial and why K-Guard Gutters are the premier choice for landmark home preservation.

Why Replace Gutters on a Historic Home?

Replacing gutters on a historic home offers many benefits and protects the home from damage caused by drainage issues. Below are some reasons to replace gutters on a historic home:

Protect the Foundation

The foundation of a home holds the house up, providing structural support. Without it, homes would deteriorate, mold and mildew would thrive and take over the home, windows, doors, and flooring would warp, and the house would slowly sink into the ground from shifting soil and water damage. 

For a home to be considered historic in Missouri it must be at least 50 years old; think about how much damage the foundation could suffer from a faulty gutter system throughout the years. Gutter systems that don’t effectively collect and carry water away from the home could harm the foundation. How? Water that doesn’t move freely through the gutters and downspouts could flow over the sides of the gutters, landing near the foundation. The more water that spills over the sides of the gutters eventually forms a trench around the foundation, causing basement flooding, cracks in the foundation, and other damage. Installing a new quality gutter system protects the structure of a historic home, helping it age gracefully.

Protect the Siding

Most historic homes have stucco, wood, brick, or cement board siding. This original siding often catches the eyes of passersby and history buffs alike, and you’ll want to take every measure possible to protect it. Faulty gutters leak or force water over the sides of the gutters, causing damage to the siding. Paint can chip, mold/mildew can form, and stains will form as water trickles down the gutters and the siding. 

Installing a high-quality gutter system will protect your historic home’s siding by preventing leaky and overflowing gutters. When you hire a professional gutter installation company in Kansas City to install a new gutter system, choose a seamless system rather than a sectional one that can leak between each section, causing further damage to your historic home’s siding.

Protect the Roof

Has your historic home’s roof been replaced or is it original? Depending on the type of roof and the age, it might be time to replace it. Whether you’re in the process of meeting district and city guidelines or getting approval for a roof replacement to preserve your home, you’ll want to replace the gutters at the same time or not too long after. 

Old, faulty gutter systems are notorious for leaking and overflowing thanks to wear and tear and clogged gutters. When water doesn’t move through the gutters to the downspouts, they can’t possibly hold additional water, forcing water to remain on the roof. This water will seep under shingles and cause them to warp and can damage the underlayment. Installing a new gutter system will help protect the roof so you can preserve your historic home.

Why K-Guard Gutters?

You don’t want to install any gutter system on your home; K-Guard Gutters are the premier choice for historic home preservation. Why K-Guard? Below are some benefits of installing K-Guard Gutters on your historic home:

• Unmatched durability – no other gutter system withstands all types of weather conditions or prevents corrosion and paint chips like K-Guard
• Performance – K-Guard Gutters keep water flowing through the gutters quickly so water is never left to sit inside the gutters, overflow, or trickle down the side
• Adds curb appeal – K-Guard Gutters will complement your historic home’s beauty and will blend in seamlessly
• Versatile – K-Guard Gutters work on any home, regardless of a low-pitched or high-pitched roof, multiple stories, or complicated architecture
• Lifetime warranty – K-Guard comes with a lifetime clog-free guarantee and will never need gutter maintenance
• Guaranteed Transferable – Unlike other gutter system, K-Guard is transferable for the life of your historic home

Our gutter product is unlike any other, perfect for your historic home’s preservation. 

Contact K-Guard Heartland to install the K-Guard Leaf Free Gutter System. Our gutter guards save you money and give you peace of mind, protecting your home from water damage and drainage issues caused by extreme weather conditions.

Our installation process is simple with three easy steps to get lifetime gutters. Contact K-Guard Heartland today for a free estimate, a detailed analysis of your current gutter system, and estimated costs for installing K-Guard on your historic home.