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When to Replace Your Eavestrough in Whitby

Published 2026-11-01

Eavestrough does a quiet but important job: it carries rain and melting snow away from your roof, walls and foundation. When it fails, the damage often shows up somewhere else, such as cracked siding, water in the basement or soft fascia boards.

Signs your eavestrough needs attention

• Water overflows during heavy rain, or runs down the side of the house.

• Sections sag or pull away from the fascia.

• Seams leak, or you see rust, cracks or holes.

• Paint or stains appear on the siding below the gutter.

Repair or replace?

A single leaking joint, loose hanger or clogged downspout is usually a repair. If the system is rusted through, sagging across several sections, or too small for the roof area, replacement is normally the better value. A seamless system cut to fit your home avoids most of the joints that leak.

Get a written assessment

We inspect the eavestrough, fascia and downspouts, photograph what we find, and send a written quote. Our estimates are free, and nothing starts until you approve it. Call +1-289-638-8779 or request an estimate on our homepage.