The Brothers That Just Do Gutters · Irvine
6 Inch Gutters in Irvine & South Orange County
About 40 percent more capacity than 5 inch, for tile roofs, big roof planes and hillside homes that cannot afford an overflow.
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- Paired With 3×4 Downspouts
- Serving South OC
The Brothers That Just Do Gutters
Irvine
- Roughly 40 percent more water than 5 inch
- 3×4 inch downspouts to match
- Formed seamless on site
- Free, no-pressure written estimates
Quick answer
6 Inch Gutters in Irvine, CA: 6 inch seamless gutters from The Brothers That Just Do Gutters Irvine carry roughly 40 percent more water than 5 inch and pair with 3×4 inch downspouts. They are the usual answer across South Orange County for large tile roofs, steep pitches and lower roofs that catch water from above. Call (949) 994-4410 or book online.
On a lot of South County homes, 6 inch is where the numbers land. Concrete and clay tile roofs, big two-story roof planes in Irvine and Ladera Ranch, and steep hillside homes in Laguna Beach and Laguna Niguel can all send more water into the gutter than a 5 inch trough reliably carries once a winter storm settles in.
A 6 inch gutter is only an inch wider, but with 3×4 inch downspouts it moves enough extra water to stop runs from spilling at the corners and soaking the stucco underneath.
6 inch gutters in South Orange County
Where South County roofs push past 5 inch, and what the upgrade involves
Overflow shows up at the same few spots on most houses. Here is where to look during the next storm, how 6 inch compares with the smaller fixes, and what changes on the wall when we make the switch.
Overflow almost never happens evenly. On the homes we work on across Irvine, Mission Viejo and Laguna Niguel, it shows up at an inside corner below a roof valley, along a lower roof tucked under a second story, or at the far end of a long run with a single downspout. Those sections move to 6 inch first, and often they are the only ones that need to.
The extra inch adds roughly 40 percent more capacity, but the outlet matters as much as the trough. A 6 inch gutter pairs with 3×4 inch downspouts, which means larger openings cut into the gutter and larger downspouts on the wall. On stucco homes we plan those downspout paths with you, so water lands where it can drain away instead of in a planter against the house.
Weight is the other change. A wider trough holds more water in the middle of a storm, so the fascia behind it has to be solid. We check every board along the new runs and replace soft wood before anything is hung.
Where to look during the next storm
- Inside corners directly below a roof valley.
- The gutter on a lower roof that sits under an upper gutter or downspout.
- The far end of a long run, away from its only downspout.
- Long eaves over garages and entries, where a big tile plane drains to one stretch of gutter.
- Downspouts that gurgle or back up at the top, a sign the outlet is too small for the flow.
- After the rain, fresh staining on the stucco or soil splashed up the wall below a run.
6 inch compared with the smaller fixes
| What you see | Try first | When 6 inch is the better fix |
|---|---|---|
| Spilling at one spot only | Clearing the outlet or adding a downspout | It keeps spilling after a cleaning |
| Long run with one downspout | A second downspout | The wall has room for only one |
| Lower roof fed from an upper gutter | Confirming it is not just a clog | Almost always, since 5 inch should not take an upper roof’s water |
| Big tile plane or valley | A 3×4 downspout on the existing gutter | The trough itself overtops before water reaches the outlet |
| Very large roof draining to one run | 6 inch with extra outlets | If even that spills, the next step is 7 inch gutters |
What changes on the wall when we upgrade
- Old runs and outlets come down.We remove the 5 inch sections being replaced and check the fascia behind them, replacing any soft boards with fascia board repair first.
- New outlets, new downspouts.Each 6 inch run is formed on site with 3×4 openings, and the downspouts are routed where you agreed, with elbows turning water away from the foundation.
- Hangers set for the deeper trough.The new run is hung on hidden hangers made for 6 inch gutters and pitched toward each outlet, then tested with water before we leave.
Hillside lots: plan the whole trip
On sloped lots in Laguna Niguel, Laguna Beach and Aliso Viejo, a 6 inch gutter delivers more water to each downspout, faster. Pair it with underground gutter drainage so that water leaves the slope instead of soaking it, and keep the larger system clear with our gutter maintenance program, timed ahead of the rainy season.
Have the sections that overflow measured and the right size quoted in writing. Call (949) 994-4410
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NOAA has an El Niño Advisory in effect for this winter, and Governor Newsom declared a statewide state of emergency on September 21 to get California ready. When the rain hits, clogged or aging gutters are the first thing to push water toward your roof, walls and foundation. Get a free gutter check now and go into the season protected, not scrambling in the downpour.
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More Ways We Help South OC Homeowners
Everything that pairs with a bigger gutter.
Smaller roof sections can stay 5 inch, keeping the cost down where the extra capacity is not needed.
Learn more 7 Inch GuttersFor the rare roof where even 6 inch with 3×4 outlets cannot keep pace.
Learn more Underground DrainageMore water off the roof means more at the downspout, and buried lines carry it away from the house and slope.
Learn more BroGuard Gutter GuardsStainless micro-mesh sized for 6 inch troughs, so the added capacity is not lost to leaves and needles.
Learn more Maintenance ProgramCleanings on a schedule ahead of the rainy season, so a big system stays clear when it matters.
Learn more Free estimateRequest a Free EstimateTell us what is going on with your South Orange County 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 (949) 994-4410How it works
Upgrading to 6 inch, step by step
- 1Tell us where it overflows
A quick call or online request, plus the spots where water comes over the edge.
- 2Find the problem sections
A Solutionist measures the roof planes, valleys and lower roofs and marks which runs need 6 inch.
- 3Swap in bigger gutters
Old runs come down, and new 6 inch gutters and 3×4 downspouts are formed and hung on site.
- 4Run the water
We test every new section with a hose and show you the flow at each outlet.
Why the Brothers
Why Irvine & South County Homeowners Call the Brothers
We plan for the heaviest rain of the year, not the average day. On tile roofs that difference shows up fast.
A mixed system of 5 and 6 inch is often the right answer. We will not upsize a section that does not need it.
Every 6 inch run is made on site at the length of its wall. Long eaves get one piece instead of spliced sections.
Good or bad, each review is published. You can read what South County neighbors say before you ever call.
Year-round
Your Irvine gutter calendar
Where the work lands through the year in South Orange County, so your gutters are ready before the weather tests them.
- Fall · Sep to NovSanta Ana season clean-outs
Wind-blown eucalyptus leaves and bark cleared from troughs and outlets before the first storm, with loose hangers fixed.
- Winter · Dec to MarRainy season response
Overflow and clog calls handled ahead of forecast storms, plus repairs when a run pulls loose.
- Spring · Apr to MayBloom clean-out and BroGuard
Jacaranda and sycamore drop cleared and BroGuard installed, so the trough stays clear through summer.
- Summer · Jun to AugInstall season
Dry weeks and long days make this the best window for new seamless runs, downspout upgrades and guards.
The Work
Real Crews. Real South OC Homes.
Reviews
What Irvine Homeowners Say
“The whole experience was first rate. They stuck with their quote, showed up on time did the work expeditiously and did a quality job. What else is there?”
Posted on Google“Steve installed new gutters today and was such a professional about the work. He came on time, finished on time, explained everything as he was doing it and clearly is a gutter specialist. I highly recommend him for any gutter work that’s needed.”
Posted on Google“Quality service and friendly people. They were fast and solved my problem with expertise. Would recommend at any time.”
Posted on Google6 Inch Gutter Questions, Answered
Consider it when a run over 40 feet has only one downspout, when runs stretch past 60 feet, or when a lower gutter collects water from an upper one. Large roofs that funnel into a short run, inside valleys that throw fast water past the gutter, and metal roofs are other good reasons.
Roughly 40 percent more water than a 5 inch, from one extra inch of width. Paired with 3×4 inch downspouts, that margin is what keeps a long run from overflowing at the corner in a heavy storm.
Many do. Tile and metal roofs are on the short list where 6 inch should be considered, because a large tile roof sends more water into the gutter at once than a standard 5 inch can catch. With tile on homes from Mission Viejo to San Clemente, we check every tile section before recommending a size.
The roof is sending more water than the gutter can move. Pitch varies a lot from house to house and changes how quickly rain reaches the edge. When a freshly cleaned 5 inch run spills in heavy rain, that is the clearest sign it is time for 6 inch.
Yes, and it is often the smartest way to spend. Big roof planes, valleys and lower roofs that take water from above get 6 inch, while small sections stay 5 inch. On an HOA home both sizes can be formed in the same color, so the street sees one consistent system.
If your gutters overflowed last winter, this is a good year to fix it. NOAA has an El Niño Advisory in effect, which can mean a wetter season in Southern California, though no forecast is certain. Hillside homes in Aliso Viejo and Rancho Santa Margarita can least afford water spilling at the roof edge, so an estimate before the rains is time well spent.
Service area
Irvine and South OC communities we serve
Every community on this list is inside our service area and gets the same local crew, on-site seamless gutters and free written estimates. Cities with an arrow have their own local page. Call (949) 994-4410 or request a free quote and a Solutionist will come out.
- Aliso Viejo
- Capistrano Beach
- Costa Mesa
- Coto de Caza
- Dana Point
- Foothill Ranch
- Irvine
- Ladera Ranch
- Laguna Beach
- Laguna Hills
- Laguna Niguel
- Laguna Woods
- Lake Forest
- Mission Viejo
- Newport Beach
- Newport Coast
- Rancho Santa Margarita
- San Clemente
- San Juan Capistrano
- Trabuco Canyon
Free estimates
Are your gutters big enough for this winter?
Get a free estimate and we will show you which sections need 6 inch, which can stay as they are, and what it costs, in writing.
The Brothers That Just Do Gutters · Irvine · (949) 994-4410 · Serving Irvine and South Orange County
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