All the parts that make up a rainwater evacuation system for a roof are essential for it to work perfectly. However, we usually only take into account elements such as gutters and downpipes, even though there are other equally important components. One of them is the water collectors. Find out what they are and why they are important in the assembly of rainwater conduits.
What Are Rainwater Collectors?
These are pieces, usually square or rounded, funnel-shaped, that are placed at the intersection between the horizontal gutters and the vertical downpipes. These boxes are usually made of a metal material and are usually key when it comes to avoiding any gutter repairs. Since if they work correctly, they take weight off these conduits.
These rainwater collectors are especially common in installations in places with a high rainfall rate. Although it is advisable to place them in all types of assemblies to facilitate the operation of water evacuation systems from the roof of any building.
What Are Gutter Collectors Used For?
These elements, which are apparently of little importance and which not all companies install, fulfill a series of very important functions in the functioning of gutters.
These are some of them:
- Collecting the water that comes from the gutters and storing it so that it drains slowly through the downpipes.
- Protecting the rainwater system. Since the replacement of the pipes to collect rain is reduced by removing the weight of the water that can accumulate with heavy rainfall.
- Preventing obstructions in the pipes and downpipes.
How Are These Water Collection Elements Installed?
When installing rainwater collectors, it is ideal to have a professional gutter installer do it at the time of assembling the system. In this way we will avoid unnecessary expenses, as well as possible repairs due to excessive accumulation of water in the pipes. However, we can also install collectors after the fact, provided we have an expert who can dismantle, adapt and reassemble the set of rainwater channels.
The collectors are placed at the intersection between the channels and the downpipes, so the person who does the work must take special care. It is important to properly seal the joints between the different pieces so that there are no leaks. As well as making sure that the gutters have the correct inclination to facilitate the water flow towards the collectors.
Options When Installing Collector Boxes
In recent years, the options when installing rainwater collection ducts have multiplied. And the same occurs with the collectors, which can be placed with the same finishes as the rest of the ducts. Therefore, we must first choose the material they are made of, based on durability and the budget we have. In addition to considering the different finishes available, such as lacquered, metallic, etc.
In any case, remember that it is not advisable to skimp on quality. Since a roof water collection system installation should last for many years.
At Gutter Helmet Indy we have been providing a quality service in gutter protection, and gutter guards for more than 15 years. Our team has the necessary experience so that no detail is missed in the installation of your gutters. Do not hesitate to contact the Gutter Helmet Indy.
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