[jimjamuser]

Originally Posted by sseckar

Gutters/downspouts are not really needed unless you are looking to protect areas like entryways. Water flowing off roofs evenly onto the grass along its entirety will not create flooded out areas where a torrent comes out of a downspout. Since there are no basements, there is less need to move water away from a foundation like we did up north. Many people install gutters/downspouts (I believe) as they always had them up north.

That's a very logical post.

[CoachKandSportsguy]

we put oversized gutters around lanai, entrance way and patios. the rest is gutterless, though over the garage doors is still being debated. . Also can save rain water with a diverter to a rain water barrel for reuse if you really want to help the environment.

[kkingston57]

Originally Posted by CybrSage

To stop the gutters from getting clogged with leaves. They work well if you do proper research on the style needed for the type of leaves / debris most likely to get into the gutters.

The last home I owned with gutters, I had them installed. Leaves washed right over them and almost all the water went into the gutter. Never had to clean the gutters again.

Must not have a large over hanging oak tree like we have. Tried leaf filter(not the brand) and it took 2-3 weeks for the leaves to build up and no/very little water went into gutter.

[justjim]

Originally Posted by jimkerr

It’s to save money. I’m a licensed termite inspector. Termites love moisture. It’s not a good idea to allow all of this moisture around your home, even worse, is putting mulch on the ground right under your roof line that’s against your house. You’re just asking for trouble. I’ve seen it time and time again with infestations they just love that moist soil.

I wouldn’t own a home without gutters personally.

Save money and you can sell a home a bit cheaper. (Satire)

[GinaTalk]

Originally Posted by retiredguy123

Note that the builder does install gutters on courtyard villas.

I bought a Courtyard Villa in late 2024 and it did not have gutters. I had them installed.

[retiredguy123]

Originally Posted by GinaTalk

I bought a Courtyard Villa in late 2024 and it did not have gutters. I had them installed.

Not all courtyard villas have gutters, but many of them do. I don't know what criteria they use, but they are still showing photos of new courtyard villas with gutters.

[CybrSage]

Originally Posted by kkingston57

Must not have a large over hanging oak tree like we have. Tried leaf filter(not the brand) and it took 2-3 weeks for the leaves to build up and no/very little water went into gutter.

It was made by an aluminum fabrication company, a small operation back in PA. They designed and built the leaf stuff themselves.

Maybe there are such places in Florida as well. Made it far cheaper than the big names.

There were several large oaks. The type of tree surely makes a difference.

[Nana2Teddy]

Originally Posted by sseckar

Gutters/downspouts are not really needed unless you are looking to protect areas like entryways. Water flowing off roofs evenly onto the grass along its entirety will not create flooded out areas where a torrent comes out of a downspout. Since there are no basements, there is less need to move water away from a foundation like we did up north. Many people install gutters/downspouts (I believe) as they always had them up north.

Water was not flowing evenly off of our roof (Veranda Mason model) during the daily summer rainstorms. It was pouring off in specific locations like a roaring waterfall. 6” gutters stopped that and now we have no run off. Our downspouts drain through an underground pipe with pop-up drains in the planters where we have gravel/rocks. Works great for us!

[MrFlorida]

With no basements, gutters are not needed.

[Normal]

Originally Posted by MrFlorida

With no basements, gutters are not needed.

Bologna…that’s why so many have to have them installed Air conditioning isn’t needed either, but we all like to have it. Irrigation isn’t needed either, but we all like green grass (well most of us). Lanai screens aren’t needed, but some don’t like snakes or bugs (especially Florida Mosquitoes).

[Bill14564]

Originally Posted by Normal

Bologna…that’s why so many have to have them installed Air conditioning isn’t needed either, but we all like to have it. Irrigation isn’t needed either, but we all like green grass (well most of us). Lanai screens aren’t needed, but some don’t like snakes or bugs (especially Florida Mosquitoes).

You gave reasons why AC, irrigation, and screens are needed. Why are gutters needed, why do so many have to have them installed? (and I'm sure lunch meat has nothing do with it)

[jimkerr]

Originally Posted by Normal

Bologna…that’s why so many have to have them installed Air conditioning isn’t needed either, but we all like to have it. Irrigation isn’t needed either, but we all like green grass (well most of us). Lanai screens aren’t needed, but some don’t like snakes or bugs (especially Florida Mosquitoes).

Bologna! A/C is a MUST have! 😂😂😂

[Normal]

Originally Posted by Bill14564

You gave reasons why AC, irrigation, and screens are needed. Why are gutters needed, why do so many have to have them installed? (and I'm sure lunch meat has nothing do with it)

Reasons:
1) They prolong the life of the home’s exterior and interior controlling weathering and water runoff.
2) As another poster posted…”Termite control”. Of course those buggers like wet ground and wood debris
3) Soil erosion is controlled and problems are diverted

[HORNET]

Personal preference! Some use rain water off of roof to water shrubs, others want rain water away from house! Some have gutters, downspouts with lines run to specific area with pop ups.

[DrMack]

We put gutters on right after we moved in. I think we used Larry’s. They did a good job. It was about 1200 bucks. I too don’t understand why gutters aren’t put on every house. The basement argument is a farce. Other things happen.