If you think your gutters may be around 10 or 15 years old and you ve never gotten a professional inspection because there have been no problems it s a good idea to get one.
How long do plastic gutters last.
It s really important to get it cleaned or it could cause fascia rot roof damage or water inside the home.
The general rule of thumb is that plastic guttering that has been installed in the past 10 years will likely last up to 30 years due to new manufacturing formulations that are used.
Typically gutters should last at least 20 years.
This is an updated version of an article originally published sept.
Gutters typically need replaced about every 20 years but can last longer with proper care.
Copper gutters have a life expectancy of 50 years or more while copper downspouts can last an impressive 100 years before needing to be replaced.
If you have plastic gutters that are over 20 years old you would likely be ready for an upgrade.
They already have a pretty impressive lifespan but you can help your gutters last even longer with these tips.
How to extend the life of your gutters.
The average lifespan is 25 30 years but many gutter systems can last longer than this.