Gutters for Slidell, LA Homes, Sized for Heavy Rain
At Big Easy Gutter, we install, repair and replace gutters in Slidell, LA, and fit leaf guard systems for homes under trees. Slidell's weather station averages 66.2 inches of rain a year, so we size and pitch every system for volume.
- 66.2 in. of rainYearly average, Slidell
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- St. Tammany ParishNear Lake Pontchartrain
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Gutters in Slidell, LA that keep up with the volume
We install seamless gutters, fix leaks and sagging, replace systems that can't keep up and add leaf guards across Slidell. With the highest average on the Current Results list for the region, the real question here isn't whether you need gutters. It's whether yours can carry what falls.
If your gutters overflow in a downpour or the ground beside your house stays wet, contact us for a free estimate in Slidell.
How much rain does a Slidell roof handle?
More than most. At 66.2 inches a year, a 2,000 square foot roof in Slidell sheds about 82,000 gallons, based on the USGS runoff figure. Your gutters and downspouts move every gallon of it, which is why their size, slope and outlet placement matter so much here.
Undersized or clogged gutters overflow first in the heaviest storms, which is exactly when the volume peaks. That overflow lands along your walls and can lead to moisture at the foundation.
Rainfall: NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals for Slidell, via Current Results. Runoff: USGS, about 27,154 gallons per inch of rain on an acre, scaled to 1,000 sq ft.
- 66.2 inches, highest on the regional list
- About 1,250 gallons per inch off 2,000 sq ft
- Each downspout carries its share of the load
- A packed outlet stops the whole run
Gutter services in Slidell
We handle new installations, repairs, replacements and leaf guard systems for Slidell homes and businesses. Our materials run from aluminum and steel to vinyl, copper and zinc, our profiles include K-style, half-round, box and fascia, and we recommend the size and layout that fits your roof. Every estimate is free.
Gutter Installation in Slidell
Seamless systems sized and pitched for Slidell's rainfall, with downspouts where they work best.
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Gutter Repair in Slidell
Leaks, sagging runs, clogs and corrosion repaired on gutters that are still sound.
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Gutter Replacement in Slidell
Undersized or worn-out gutters swapped for a system with the capacity your roof needs.
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Gutter Guard System in Slidell
Leaf guards that keep debris from eating into your gutters' capacity.
View serviceHow much water comes off your roof in one inch of rain?
Multiply your roof's footprint by about 0.62 gallons per square foot. A 1,500 square foot roof sheds roughly 930 gallons in a one-inch storm, and a 2,500 square foot roof about 1,560 gallons. Bigger roofs need gutters and downspouts with room to move that much water.
| Roof footprint | Per 1 inch of rain | Per year at 66.2 inches |
|---|---|---|
| 1,000 sq ft | About 620 gallons | About 41,000 gallons |
| 1,500 sq ft | About 930 gallons | About 62,000 gallons |
| 2,000 sq ft | About 1,250 gallons | About 82,000 gallons |
| 2,500 sq ft | About 1,560 gallons | About 103,000 gallons |
Calculated from the USGS figure of about 27,154 gallons per inch on an acre and Slidell's NOAA normal. Actual runoff varies with roof shape and storm intensity. We size your system in your free estimate, or call 504-208-2247.
Why does Slidell's low ground make downspouts matter?
Because the water has little reason to leave on its own. Slidell sits at about 13 feet of elevation, a few miles north of Lake Pontchartrain, and its low elevation leaves it exposed to hurricanes. When that much rain reaches the ground, downspouts need to send it away from the house.
About 13 feet above sea level
Slidell sits about 3 miles north of Lake Pontchartrain at an elevation of about 13 feet. Low, level ground gives roof water little reason to move away from your walls without help.
Low and close to the lake
Parts of the city saw a surge of more than 10 feet in Katrina. Gutters don't hold back a surge, but on ordinary rainy days they decide whether roof water lands at your walls or out in the yard.
Highest on the regional list
Slidell's 66.2 inches is the highest on the Current Results list for the region. Clean gutters with clear outlets are what keep that rain moving.
Elevation, location and storm history: Slidell, Louisiana (Wikipedia). Rainfall: NOAA 1991 to 2020 normals, via Current Results.
How do we size gutter installation for a Slidell home?
We assess your property and the roof areas that drain to each run, then determine the right size and type of system. After that we recommend a material and profile, install with the proper slope and spacing, and finish with downspout extensions. You get our recommendation and a free estimate first.
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Assess the roof and lot
We look at how water leaves your roof now and where it lands.
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Size the system
We determine the right gutter size and type for each run, in the material and profile you choose.
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Install with proper slope and spacing
Runs are fastened securely and pitched toward the outlets.
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Send the water away
Downspout extensions carry runoff off the foundation, and a leaf guard system goes on where trees overhang.
Get a free gutter estimate in Slidell
At Big Easy Gutter, we assess your roof and drainage, size a system for Slidell's rainfall and give you a free estimate.
Share a few details about your home, or call us at 504-208-2247, Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Gutter questions from Slidell homeowners
Call us at 504-208-2247 and we will walk you through it.
Request a FREE QuoteCan you install gutters on my Slidell home?
Yes. Slidell is in our service area, and we install, repair and replace gutters there for homes and businesses, plus leaf guard systems and downspout extensions. We assess your property, size the system for your roof and give you a free estimate before any work begins.
What size gutters do I need in Slidell?
It depends on how much roof drains into each run, how steep the roof is and how many downspouts can be placed. With Slidell averaging 66.2 inches of rain a year, capacity matters more than it would in a drier town. We determine the right size and type of system for your home during a free estimate.
Are leaf guard gutters worth it in Slidell?
For a Slidell home under trees, they usually pay off. Debris in the trough cuts the capacity you need in a Slidell downpour, and clogged outlets are where overflow starts. A leaf guard system reduces clogs and the number of cleanings, though it still needs an occasional check.
Why do my gutters overflow in heavy rain?
Usually because of a clog, a run that's too small for the roof area feeding it, or a slope that lets water pool instead of flowing to the outlet. Too few downspouts can cause it too. We can find the cause and repair it, or recommend a larger system if the gutters are undersized.
Do bigger Slidell roofs cost more to gutter?
Generally, yes, because more roof means more feet of gutter and often more downspouts to handle 66.2 inches of rain a year. Material, profile, roof height and any leaf guards also shape the price. We assess your Slidell home and give you a free estimate before anything is installed.
How far should downspouts carry water from a Slidell home?
Four feet from the foundation is a sensible minimum, and farther helps on level ground. Slidell sits around 13 feet above sea level and the land is low, so water needs a clear route away from the house. We install downspout extensions sized to your lot.
What our customers have to say
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