Myth
Inland homes don't need much drainage.
Fact
Hammond's 64.2-inch average is higher than New Orleans' 63.4. Being inland doesn't make a home drier.
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Gutter Installation and Replacement in Hammond, LA
Here at Big Easy Gutter, we offer gutter installation in Hammond, LA, as well as repairs, replacements and leaf guard systems for homes and businesses. Hammond's own weather station averages 64.2 inches of rain a year, and we plan every system for it.
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- Tangipahoa ParishLargest city in the parish
- 64.2 in. of rainYearly, Hammond station
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Gutters across Hammond, LA
Gutter installation in Hammond, inland but still wet
Hammond sits inland, about 45 miles from both Baton Rouge and New Orleans, at roughly 39 feet above sea level. Its own rain gauge still averages more than New Orleans does. We handle gutter installation, gutter repair and gutter replacement here so roof water gets off the house and away from the foundation quickly.
If your gutters can't keep up with a Hammond downpour, contact us for a free estimate.
Local conditions
What should Hammond homeowners know about local rain?
That it's heavy and can turn extreme. Hammond's own station averages 64.2 inches a year, a bit above New Orleans. In August 2016, the Natalbany and Tangipahoa river basins both saw record flooding, according to the National Weather Service. Gutters can't stop a flood, but they decide where everyday rain lands.
About 39 feet above sea level
Hammond, the largest city in Tangipahoa Parish, sits well above the lakefront towns. That's an advantage, but the soil right beside your walls still soaks up whatever your downspouts drop there.
64.2 inches a year
Hammond has its own NOAA station, and its 1991 to 2020 normal is 64.2 inches. Gutters sized and pitched for that total help carry it off the roof without spilling over.
Record river flooding in 2016
When the Natalbany and Tangipahoa basins hit record levels, the water came from rivers and runoff, not from any one roof. That's beyond what gutters do. Their job is the steady rain in between, carried off your house and out past the foundation.
Parish, location and elevation: Hammond, Louisiana (Wikipedia). 2016 flood: National Weather Service New Orleans/Baton Rouge. Rainfall: NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals for Hammond, via Current Results.
Myth or fact
What do Hammond homeowners get wrong about gutters?
Three ideas lead to trouble here: that inland homes don't need much drainage, that only big storms damage gutters, and that a downspout is done once it reaches the ground. Each one can leave water sitting against your foundation after a Hammond rain.
Myth
Only big storms damage gutters.
Fact
Ordinary rains, week after week, are what overflow a clogged gutter and soak the soil long before a big storm arrives.
Myth
A downspout is finished once it reaches the ground.
Fact
The water still has to go somewhere. Extensions carry it at least 4 feet from the foundation.
Our services
Gutter services in Hammond
Hammond homes and businesses can count on us for installations, repairs, replacements and leaf guard systems. We install aluminum, copper, steel, vinyl and zinc gutters in K-style, half-round, box and fascia profiles, and we'll recommend what suits your building. The estimate is free.
Gutter Installation in Hammond
New seamless gutters installed with the proper slope and spacing for steady drainage.
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Gutter Repair in Hammond
Leaks, clogs, loose hangers and corrosion repaired on systems that are still sound.
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Gutter Replacement in Hammond
Aging or undersized gutters replaced with a system that handles Hammond's rain.
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Gutter Guard System in Hammond
Leaf guards for homes under trees, so outlets stay open when it pours.
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Built for downpours
How do we set up gutters for a Hammond downpour?
By keeping water moving from the roof edge to the yard. We assess your property, size the system, install each run with proper slope and spacing, and add downspout extensions so the runoff ends up away from the foundation instead of in the soil next to it.
Read our guide to where downspout water should go for more on outlet placement.
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Proper slope
Each run is pitched toward its outlet so water doesn't sit in the trough.
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Seamless runs
Joints only at the corners and outlets, so there are fewer places to leak.
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Well-placed downspouts
Outlets go where the roof sends the most water.
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Extensions at the base
Runoff is carried at least 4 feet from the foundation.
Downspout distance: This Old House.
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Schedule a free gutter estimate in Hammond
Here at Big Easy Gutter, we assess your home, recommend the right gutter system and give you a free estimate.
Tell us about your property, or call 504-208-2247, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
FAQ
Gutter questions from Hammond homeowners
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Request a FREE QuoteDo you work on gutters in Hammond, LA?
Yes. We serve homes and businesses throughout Hammond with gutter installation, repair, replacement and leaf guard systems. We assess the property first, recommend a material and style that suits it and give you a free estimate before any work starts.
Does Hammond get more rain than New Orleans?
Slightly, on average. NOAA's 1991 to 2020 normals put Hammond at 64.2 inches a year and New Orleans at 63.4, according to Current Results. So living inland is no reason to skimp on gutters and downspouts, which need the same capacity and care here as on any home closer to the coast.
Can gutters help during a flood like August 2016?
Not against river or flash flooding. When the Natalbany and Tangipahoa rose to record levels that August, the water came up from the ground, and no gutter changes that. Gutters handle everyday roof runoff, keeping it off your walls and away from your foundation during Hammond's regular storms.
When should I repair gutters instead of replacing them?
Repair when the problems are isolated: a leaking corner, a loose section, a clogged outlet or a small patch of corrosion. Replacement makes sense when a system keeps overflowing in Hammond's heavy rain because it's too small, or when rust and leaks have spread along most of it. We'll recommend the option that fits in your free estimate.
Do I need gutter guards in Hammond?
If trees overhang your roof, guards are worth considering. Leaves and twigs clog outlets, and a clogged gutter overflows in exactly the kind of heavy rain Hammond gets. A leaf guard system cuts down on clogs and cleanings, though you'll still want to check it now and then.
What does gutter installation in Hammond depend on?
Mainly the building: how many feet of gutter it needs, its height, and how many downspouts and extensions will carry 64.2 inches of rain a year away from it. Your choice of material, profile and any leaf guard system matters too. We assess the property and give you a free estimate.
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