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.
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Pro Series Questions
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.
What is the point of using the Alu-Rex system if there are no trees near my home?
The T-Rex is first and foremost an alternative solution for fastening systems that use spikes or spaced hangers. It’s a more heavy-duty piece of equipment and it can withstand the weight of ice and snow, not to mention impacts caused by ice that can fall from the roof and damage your rain gutters.
Do Alu-Rex products require maintenance?
Alu-Rex products are among the safest and most efficient leaf guard systems currently available on the market. Based on the independent testing report, a soft breeze is enough to clear most debris. However, in certain areas shielded from the wind, debris may indeed pile up.
Will wet leaves stick to Alu-Rex products?
It is very likely that wet leaves will temporarily stick to the top of the T-Rex or Gutter Clean System. However, they will dry quickly and be blown by the wind. Drainage will be as efficient even with dead leaves on top of your rain gutter protection.
Can Alu-Rex products withstand heavy rainfall without overflowing?
The T-Rex and Gutter Clean System were designed specifically to let water flow freely thanks to perforated holes that both protect rain gutters from debris and allow water to be drained efficiently.