Will Alu-Rex products rust or flake?
Alu-Rex’s T-Rex and Gutter Clean System are designed to last. As they are made of heavy-duty aluminum, they will never rust.
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Eavestroughs and rain water management blog
FAQ
Are Alu-Rex products compatible with plastic or vinyl eavestroughs?
Although plastic or vinyl rain gutters are popular choices on the retail market, it is not possible to use any of the Alu-Rex products with these eavestroughs.
Are Alu-Rex products very visible, and will they change the appearance of my home?
Most Alu-Rex products are not visible from the ground. Consequently, they will not change the looks of your residence. Additionally, they boast a handful of benefits when it comes to how your rain gutters will actually look.
My new eavestroughs will be 5-6 inches wide. Can I use the Alu-Rex products for both sizes?
The Alu-Rex products are designed to adapt to the majority of eavestroughs. Most Canadian professionals install gutters that are 5” or 6” wide; consequently, the T-Rex continuous hanger was designed to adapt to these two models.
Do all eavestrough installers use the Alu-Rex products?
Most professionals are qualified to install the T-Rex. Other industry professionals can also acquire it easily.
Are there any restrictions on the use of the T-Rex continuous fastening system?
Although it can adapt to most residences and gutter styles, there are still a few things to keep in mind when installing the T-Rex. On the other hand, there are also several solutions to these minor shortcomings.
Black lines have appeared on the front of my eavestroughs. Can Alu-Rex products cause or prevent the appearance of these lines?
Black lines may indeed appear on your eavestroughs. While it is perfectly normal, it is in no way caused by Alu-Rex products. It is the result of accumulated dirt that drips down the front of rain gutters.
Can I install the T-Rex system myself?
As the T-Rex is a fastening system designed to be used with new rain gutters, it must be installed by a professional installer. As a result, you may not install it on your own because it is a rather complex process.
Will Alu-Rex products cause ice build-up?
Although Alu-Rex products don’t cause ice build-ups, they are not designed to prevent them from happening. Ice build-ups on roofs are rather caused by ventilation or insulation problems (Note: freeze/thaw cycles during winter will also cause build-ups) . When there is heat loss, the snow melts and freezes as it comes into contact with the […]
Are Alu-Rex products effective against pine and fir needles?
Some residences are located in areas filled with coniferous trees. Several homeowners have problems dealing with needles that end up clogging their eavestroughs. Fortunately, Alu-Rex two-layer products are efficient when it comes to preventing such obstructions, even when dealing with coniferous trees.