Storm & Wildfire Readiness
Harden your home before the season hits—clear gutters, secure hangers, add leaf screens, extend downspouts, and route runoff away from foundations.
Book a Readiness InspectionStorm & Wildfire Readiness
Santa Ana winds, sudden downpours, and coastal exposure demand smarter gutters. This guide shows how 805 Gutters designs, upgrades, and maintains systems to protect your home—before, during, and after extreme weather.
Storm Hardening (Rain & Runoff)
Wildfire-Smart Gutters (Embers & Debris)
What We Use on SoCal Homes
- Hidden hangers 24–32" o.c. (closer in high-wind zones).
- 3"×4" downspouts (round/box optional) for high-volume valleys.
- Micro-mesh guards (hemmed edges) or step-down screens under tricky eaves.
- Stainless fasteners & sealed miters, especially near ocean air.
Pre-Storm Checklist
- Clean channels; flush downspouts to ground.
- Check end-caps, outlets, and miters for drips—re-seal if needed.
- Confirm downspout terminations to drains/splash blocks are clear.
- Move decor/furniture away from downspout outlets.
- Photograph condition for insurance before severe weather.
Post-Storm Care
- Inspect for overflows, wash lines on walls, and soft spots in soil near outlets.
- Remove new debris at outlets/valleys; re-seat guards if lifted.
- Note leaks at corners or behind gutter—schedule repair or re-pitch.
- Book a Clean & Tune if water tracked behind gutters or overflowed.
Be Ready Before the First Cell Hits
From upsizing your downspouts to ember-smart guards, we’ll tune your system for Ventura & Los Angeles weather patterns.
FAQs — Storm & Wildfire Readiness
Many SoCal homes benefit from 6" K-style with 3"×4" downspouts, especially tile roofs and big valleys. We size on-site after measuring roof area and pitch.
Stainless micro-mesh with hemmed edges keeps fine debris out and reduces ember catch points. We also install step-down screens where appropriate.
Plan on 1–2 times per year: pre-storm (fall) and mid-summer for wildfire prep. Add a post-storm check if you experienced overflow.
Yes—leaks, sagging, loose spikes/hangers, and incorrect pitch are common after big wind/rain events. We fix it and document with photos.
Call 805-405-8148 or book a rush estimate. We prioritize active leaks, detached downspouts, and dangerous sags.
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805 Gutters serves (but is not limited to) the following communities. Don’t see your city? Contact us—we may already be working nearby.
