Nowadays, on sale you can find drainage systems of various designs. Most often they are made of galvanized steel, brass, metal or PVC. The latter option, due to its low cost, is especially popular among owners of country houses.
Advantages and disadvantages of PVC gutters
In addition to low cost, plastic drainage systems have a number of obvious advantages:
- Light weight. PVC gutters do not burden the roof and do not spoil its construction.
- Since the whole plastic is painted, and not just its upper layer, such gutters and drains do not fade in the sun. PVC systems look very attractive.
- Mounting plastic systems is easier than many others. You can install them at any time of the year and on the roofs of absolutely any configuration.
- You can use these systems in any climatic zones.
- Durability. Modern plastic systems are completely not afraid of significant temperature changes and are not subject to corrosion.
As you can see, the advantages of such products are more than enough. Therefore, the answer to the question of which drainage system - plastic or metal - should be installed on the house is obvious to many owners of suburban areas. They choose exactly the first option.
The disadvantages of such a material as PVC are, first of all, not very high strength. Therefore, when choosing a drainage system made of plastic, you should first of all pay attention to the manufacturing company. Firms that value their reputation, make such structures only from high-quality and fairly thick PVC. The gutter systems manufactured by them are capable of enduring very serious mechanical loads without any harm to themselves and are characterized by maximum ease of installation. Next, we will make a short review of the most famous companies producing plastic drainage systems, and also see how consumers relate to their products.
Products of the TechnoNIKOL company
This largest Russian concern, one of the five largest European companies producing waterproofing materials, began to produce plastic drainage systems not so long ago - in 2011. At the moment, its products are quite popular among domestic consumers. Gutter systems TN PVC are made of very strong, but lightweight plastic. In addition, they are able to withstand temperatures from -50 to +50 gr. The exclusive design of the elements of these systems provides compensation for the tension of the plastic, which significantly increases the service life of the product. The products of this brand are absolutely tight and as reliable as possible. The manufacturer gives her a 15-year warranty.
Customer reviews
Judging by the opinion of those who have already managed to test such a design as the TechnoNIKOL plastic gutter system, its performance is very good. The ease of installation of products of this brand also attracts consumers. Well, and, of course, far from the last factor determining the popularity of these systems is their very low cost.
Drainpipe systems plastic "Deke"
The German company Docke develops and produces gutters mainly for private low-rise buildings. They are made from the highest quality material and reliably protect the roof and facade of the building from destruction. Products sold in our country are developed taking into account exactly Russian climatic conditions. German quality and reasonable price make it extremely popular among our compatriots. The guarantee for the gutters of this brand is 25 years.
Docke Reviews
The consumer also had a very good opinion about the products of this manufacturer. Despite the fact that the Docke plastic gutter system is more expensive than most domestic counterparts, it sells out very well. Judging by the reviews, customers like not only the quality of these products, but also their appearance. These are very stylish designs, characterized by pleasant colors. A wealth of colors is one of the main advantages of Docke systems.
Murol Products
This manufacturer sells its drainage systems on the Russian market since 2006. These designs feature practical design and consistent quality. In addition to the gutters themselves, this Canadian company sells various additions and accessories to the Russian market. For example, special filter brushes designed to protect gutters from a pallet of foliage and other debris. In addition, the plastic from which these systems are made has the so-called "shape memory". This means that in case of accidental deformation, the product quickly takes its original shape. Warranty for gutter systems plastic Murol - 50 years.
Customer Reviews About Murol
Attracts customers in the products of this company not only its reliability and long service life, but also the convenience of design. The central and end funnels are arranged in such a way that they can be mounted on pipes of different diameters - 80 or 100 mm. It is convenient both during installation and when replacement is necessary. The gutter angle of these systems is suitable for both external and internal building angles. Customers also note the color stability of products of this brand.
Plastic drains Hunter
Plastic gutter systems of this brand are popular due primarily to their reliability, absolute tightness and light weight. Hunter gutters are designed to minimize the risk of congestion. Another advantage of these systems is that they are made of the most durable plastic.
The Hunter product range is also very wide. If desired, you can choose from five systems that differ in size and shape.
Customer Feedback on This Product
Hunter is a plastic gutter system, consumer reviews of which are simply excellent. The main advantage of the products of this brand is its high strength. Hunter gutter brackets can withstand loads of up to 75 kg. Therefore, they are very well suited for roofs with steep slopes. The system of fastenings for gutters of the gutter is an exclusive development of specialists of this company. In addition to the maximum strength of the entire structure, this provides convenience and ease of installation.
How to make the right choice?
So, you have come to the decision to buy a design such as a plastic drainage system. Which is better and how to make the right choice? As you can see, all the structures discussed above are simply remarkable for their performance characteristics. So which of them to give preference in this or that case?
When buying such products, the owners of country houses primarily pay attention to such factors as:
- Reliability and durability.
- Ease of use.
- Easy installation.
- Appearance.
- Cost.
Reliability distinguishes products of all these brands. In this regard, a good solution would be to choose any of them. If along with this you are particularly attracted by the practicality of the product, purchase products of the Murol or Hunter brands. These same brands are worth buying if you decide to install the structure yourself. For those for whom the beauty of the product is of greater importance and how harmoniously it fits into the design of the house, you should consider purchasing a Docke system. Well, for those for whom the financial issue is crucial, it is best to buy the domestic TekhnoNIKOL.
How to install the drain?
Installation of the structure, of course, is best entrusted to specialists. However, since the operation is not too complicated, many owners of suburban homes prefer to assemble on their own. Do-it-yourself plastic rainwater systems are installed as follows:
- The locations of the funnels are determined.
- Then the brackets are fixed. They are usually fixed on the lower roof sheathing over the cornice strip. Two extreme hooks are pre-installed - at the highest and at the lowest point of the location of the gutter.
- A rope is pulled between these brackets, which will serve as a guide for the intermediate hooks. The step between the elements depends on the weight and size of the system. Usually it is 2-3 meters.
- Guttering starts from the lowest point. In this case, each subsequent tray is overlapped on top of the previous one. Previously, drain funnels are fixed to the appropriate sections.
- Next, proceed to install the holders of the drainpipes.
- After that, the pipes themselves are mounted.
Well, hopefully, to some extent, we helped you figure out how to choose the right plastic drainage systems for a country house and how to install them yourself. Buy products from trusted manufacturers and follow the rules for their installation. In this case, the system will turn out reliable and will last a long time.