Residential Gutter Sizes

Gutter size refers to the opening at the top of the gutters and not to the depth of the gutter channel.

Residential gutter sizes.

K style gutters have the capacity to move either 5 520 square feet for 5 inch gutters or 7 960 square feet for 6 inch gutters. They come in 5 inch to 6 inch widths. Then use the chart below to see what size gutter you need. 6 inch 7 960 square feet.

5 inch 5 520 square feet. Half round gutters move less water and allow for 2 500 square feet. See photos below most residential gutters will measure approximately 5 inches across the top with the actual opening being approximately 4 5 inches. Multiply the drainage area by the roof pitch factor and rainfall intensity to find out the adjusted square footage.

5 inch standard k style gutter shop 5 gutterbrush. K style gutters are the most common option and they provide optimum drainage for the majority of homes in most of the u s. Most residential gutter systems use 5 gutters or 6 gutters. Half round 5 inch 2 500 square feet 6 inch 3 840 square feet.

Most times these style gutters are installed with rectangular downspouts. If a roof s various drainage areas call for different size gutters go for the biggest one k style. Measure your gutter across the top from the back where the gutter meets the home to the outer edge.