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Do I need gutters without a basement?

05/10/2008 04:38 PM nicetrain

I am considering buying a new construction home in Atlanta. The homes in the subdivision only have gutters in the front. The home I am considering is on level ground, with no basement or crawlspace. Do I need gutters on the other three sides of the house? Am I risking damage with just front gutters? Atlanta averages about 60" of rainfall per year.

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05/17/2008 06:05 PM LarryG

it depends on the way the roof is sloped.
for instance if water is directed away from an edge due to the way the roof is then a gutter is not needed at that point.

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