Your home’s exterior is as unique as the inside. Your landscaping, garden, lawn, siding, and walkways are maintained throughout the year. And, hopefully, your gutters are taken care of, removing debris and cleaning them often.
Sometimes, despite your efforts, your gutters still clog, overflow, and leak. If your gutter system isn’t performing as best as it once did, it may be time to get it replaced. To start the process, you’ll research the type of gutter system that’s best for your home and schedule a free estimate. From there you’ll select the color that best complements your home before installation.
Customizing your gutter system’s color can be challenging, but it’s paramount to keeping your home’s exterior cohesive and beautiful. Most gutter installation companies in Central VA only offer a handful of colors, making it hard to find the perfect match. Home Evolutions VA is different – we offer an array of colors that make finding the right one for your home a breeze. Keep reading to learn how to choose the right shade to complement your home’s exterior.
Which Gutter Color is Best for Your Home?
We know many homeowners will be looking for a gutter color that compliments your exterior and maintains a clean, sleek aesthetic for potential buyers. You’ll also want to avoid clashing colors around the home’s exterior. For example, warm white shutters mixed with cool white gutters would look a little off. Follow these tips for selecting a flattering gutter color for your home:
Choose a Complementary Color
Remember in elementary school when we learned about the color wheel in art class? While your house probably doesn’t have bright purple shutters and you’re adding green gutters, it’s helpful to learn that varying white, cream, brown, and black shades don’t complement each other. For example, you wouldn’t want warm brown gutters if your home’s soffit and fascia are a cool-toned brown. As a general rule of thumb, match your gutters to your soffit and fascia, roof, or the home’s accents, like the shutters or siding, while matching the tone.
Choose a Low Maintenance Color
Some gutter installation companies offer vastly different shades and tones. While choosing gutter colors can be stressful, it doesn’t need to be. If you want a bright white color, consider the material and the type of gutter to determine the maintenance required to keep the white looking clean and bright. If the gutter system isn’t extremely durable, it may fade from sun exposure, chip, or rust. Depending on the gutter material and the company, it may be of lower quality and require frequent cleaning to remove buildup.
Utilize Color Samples
Don’t just decide on a color on a whim – snag some color samples from the gutter installation company you’re working with to get a feel for what the gutters will look like. Hold the samples against your home’s siding, soffit, fascia, and shutters to rule out clashing colors. You may even think outside of the box and choose a color that offers a stark, beautiful contrast. Having the color samples in your hands makes it much easier to decide on a final shade versus looking at a pamphlet or online. If the gutter installation company doesn’t offer or show you sample colors, steer clear and reconsider hiring them.
Check with your HOA
Does your neighborhood have a HOA? Some are strict and hands-on, others are more lenient. If you have a HOA, check with them to ensure the colors you’re considering are approved. If you want to make a bold statement by choosing a striking contrast gutter color, you should seek approval before the installation. The last thing you want is to install the gutter system only to have the HOA disapprove and require you to replace it.
There are many different gutter color trends, but it’s ultimately up to the homeowner to decide the perfect color for their home. The exterior and gutters should complement one another or provide a stark and stunning contrast. Following the tips above and working directly with your gutter installation company can help determine which color works best for your home.
The Home Evolutions VA Difference
The K-Guard System and our seamless gutters are hands down the best option for homeowners in Lynchburg and the surrounding area. Because Central VA experiences all four seasons, homeowners need a durable gutter system that can withstand any weather conditions, from torrential spring rains to severe summer thunderstorms and heavy winter snow and ice storms.
Our seamless gutters offer superior protection against drainage issues and come in a variety of colors, from bright whites to warm neutrals. We offer samples and professional recommendations on the colors that would best complement your home.
Home Evolutions VA has been installing and repairing gutter systems for many happy customers in Lynchburg and surrounding areas. We can help with all your home improvement needs, from insurance claims to total overhauls. We’re here to help every step of the way. Contact us today for a free estimate!
