The Brothers That Just Do Gutters · Sunnyvale
Specialty Materials in Sunnyvale & the Peninsula
Copper, colored aluminum, galvanized and galvalume gutters, chosen for the look and the weather on the Peninsula.
- Licensed & Insured
- Seamless Gutters Formed On-Site
- Serving Sunnyvale & the Peninsula
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Specialty Materials in Sunnyvale and the Peninsula: The Brothers That Just Do Gutters Sunnyvale forms seamless gutters in colored aluminum, copper, galvanized steel and galvalume, so you can match trim, add a copper accent or choose the material that lasts longest in your climate. Call (650) 600-0598 or book online.
Gutter materials on the Peninsula
Choosing a gutter metal for how it will look in twenty years
On day one every new gutter looks good. The real difference between aluminum, copper, galvanized and Galvalume is how each one ages on your house, and how much that matters to you.
Metal choice on the Peninsula comes down to three questions. How long do you plan to own the house? What should the roofline look like years from now? And how much salt air does your street get? A Sunnyvale ranch, a Palo Alto traditional and a Pacifica house in the fog belt can reasonably end up with three different answers.
Every material we install is metal, formed seamless where the material allows and cut to the length of your roofline. Specialty metals are offered in K-style and half-round, and your Solutionist confirms which profiles can be formed in the metal you pick before anything is ordered.
If you are torn, it helps to think of cost and lifespan together. Colored aluminum costs the least and fits almost any house. Copper costs the most and can outlast the house. Galvalume and galvanized sit between them, with very different lifespans, and the right one depends heavily on where you live.
How the four materials compare
| Material | How it ages | Near the coast | Relative cost | Learn more |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colored aluminum | Baked-on color holds steady, no rust | A safe everyday pick | Lowest | Colored aluminum gutters |
| Copper | Bright, then brown, then green with salt or acid rain | Lasts for decades, greens sooner | Highest | Copper gutters |
| Galvalume | Gun-metal finish that does not fade | Edge rust stops at the aluminum coating | Between aluminum and copper | Galvalume gutters |
| Galvanized steel | Mill finish, rust can start where the zinc wears | Least suited to salt air | Fairly inexpensive next to copper | Galvanized gutters |
Three questions that narrow it down
- How long are you staying?If this is the last roof you plan to own, copper or Galvalume earn their cost over decades. If you may sell in a few years, colored aluminum usually makes more sense.
- What look are you after?A color matched to the trim, a warm metal accent, a modern gun-metal line or a raw industrial finish each point to a different material.
- How close is the ocean?Coastal homes should lean toward aluminum, copper or Galvalume and away from plain galvanized steel.
Upgrades that suit specialty metals
- Rain chains in place of a downspout at an entry or patio.
- Ornamental conductor heads at the top of a downspout, a classic match for copper.
- Round corrugated downspouts for a period look.
- Radius gutters formed around a curved bay or entry.
- Embossed gutters for added texture.
- Rain barrels or custom rain barrels at the downspout.
- Gutter guards on top, so a premium gutter is not packed with needles.
Material and profile go together, so see the gutter styles guide for K-style, half-round and radius options. We install specialty metals across the Peninsula, from traditional homes in Atherton to coastal houses in Pacifica.
See samples of every metal against your own trim and roofline. Call (650) 600-0598
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Services
More Ways We Help Peninsula Homeowners
Related services from the same local crews.
Aluminum and specialty gutters formed on-site to the exact length of your roofline. No factory seams, sized for Peninsula rainfall.
Learn more Gutter CleaningOak and liquidambar leaves, redwood and pine needles and palm debris cleared by hand, downspouts flushed and tested.
Learn more Gutter RepairLeaking seams, sagging runs, loose hangers and rotted fascia, repaired the same visit when possible.
Learn more BroGuard Gutter GuardsFine metal mesh built for oak and redwood country. Stops leaves, needles and grit while a full winter of Peninsula rain flows straight through.
Learn more Maintenance ProgramScheduled cleanings before the first storms and again after the rainy season so your system never gets a year off.
Learn more Free estimateRequest a Free EstimateTell us what is going on with your Sunnyvale gutters. A local Solutionist walks the roofline, explains what you actually need and leaves a written price. No pressure, no obligation.
Book my free estimate or call (650) 600-0598How it works
From first call to clean rooflines
- 1Call or book online
Tell us what is going on with your Peninsula gutters. Same local team answers.
- 2On-site walkthrough
A Solutionist checks the roofline, downspouts and drainage and gives you a written estimate.
- 3The work gets done
Seamless runs formed in your driveway, cleaning and repairs finished the same visit when possible.
- 4Walkthrough and clean-up
We flush-test the system, show you the results and leave the property cleaner than we found it.
Why the Brothers
Why Peninsula Homeowners Call the Brothers
Eric Dodge runs it out of our shop on Willow Avenue in Sunnyvale. When you call (650) 600-0598 you reach the local team that works from Sunnyvale to San Francisco every week.
Our truck carries the machine. Each run is extruded on-site to the exact length of your roofline, so there are no factory seams to leak when the winter storms arrive.
BroGuard fine metal mesh stops oak leaves, redwood and pine needles and palm debris while heavy rain flows through. Nothing plastic on your roofline.
Cleanings before the leaf drop, downspout flushing and repairs scheduled before the first atmospheric river, so your gutters are not the weak link in December.
Year-round
Your Peninsula gutter calendar
What we are doing on Peninsula rooflines each season, so your system is ready before the weather asks it to work.
- Fall · Sep to NovPre-storm cleaning
Oak and liquidambar leaf drop cleared and downspouts flushed before the first real rain arrives.
- Winter · Nov to MarAtmospheric river response
Overflow and clog calls prioritized ahead of forecast systems, plus emergency repair on loose runs.
- Spring · Apr to MaySpring clean-out and guards
Blossom, seed and pollen cleared, and BroGuard fine mesh installed ahead of the next leaf drop.
- Summer · Jun to AugInstall season
The long dry window for new seamless runs, fascia repair and downspout upgrades before the rain returns.
The Work
Seamless Gutters, Done Right.
Reviews
What Peninsula Homeowners Say
“The crew from ‘Brothers’ did a great job repairing a damaged segment of the gutters at our home in Los Altos. They showed up on time, as promised, completed their work diligently and took care to clean up carefully after the work was completed. Many thanks!”
Posted on Google“They were very professional, approachable and responsive to the desires of the customer’s end goal. The crew worked very efficiently. They offer the curbed sleek gutters which are not easy to find; I’m happy with the overall results!”
Posted on Google“The Brothers were great to work with. Quick response, easy scheduling, flexible accommodation of our requests. Front man Max and get ’er done Robert both knew their stuff. They also didn’t hesitate to come back immediately for some touchups even after they had my money.”
Posted on GoogleSpecialty Materials Questions, Answered
Copper, by a long way. Properly maintained copper can last around 50 to 150 years, where most other gutter materials last about 10 to 30. Galvalume comes next, and with proper maintenance it can last as long as copper in many environments. Aluminum is the practical choice for most homes, and it does not rust.
Start with the architecture and the budget. Colored aluminum suits most homes and matches almost any trim. Copper is the showpiece for traditional and high-end homes. Galvanized steel brings a rustic mill finish and real strength, and Galvalume gives a gun-metal, modern look with a long life. A Solutionist weighs budget, function and looks with you.
Yes. Copper sits at the top of the range, while galvanized steel is fairly inexpensive compared to copper. Colored aluminum is the value choice, and finishes like Copper Penny and Dark Bronze give a copper look at a fraction of the cost. We go over budget, function and looks with you at the free estimate.
Yes. Our truck carries the forming machine, and seamless runs can be formed on site in colored aluminum, copper and steel, cut to the exact length of your roofline. That means joints only at the corners, whatever metal you pick. Ask your Solutionist which profiles are available in the material you want.
Salt air is the deciding factor. Aluminum does not rust, which makes colored aluminum a safe everyday pick near the ocean. Copper holds up for decades and turns green faster in a salty atmosphere, which many owners like. Galvalume stops edge rust at its aluminum coating, while plain galvanized steel is the least suited to salt exposure.
Rain chains, ornamental conductor heads, embossed gutters, rain barrels and custom rain barrels are all available, along with gutter guards. Conductor heads and rain chains are a natural fit with copper, and BroGuard can be added to keep the trough clear. Your Solutionist can show you what suits the house during the estimate.
Service area
Peninsula communities we serve
Every community on this list is inside our service area and gets the same local crews, on-site seamless gutters and free written estimates. Our territory covers 70 ZIP codes running from Santa Clara up the Peninsula and across all of San Francisco. Call (650) 600-0598 or request a free quote and a Solutionist will come out.
Free estimates
Ready for gutters that actually work on the Peninsula?
Free, no-pressure estimates from local Solutionists. Seamless gutters formed at your home, cleaning and repair scheduled around you, and BroGuard protection that keeps you off the ladder.
The Brothers That Just Do Gutters · Sunnyvale · (650) 600-0598 · Serving Sunnyvale, CA and the Peninsula
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