Drains of domestic production "Alta Profile" are distinguished by functionality, aesthetic design and budget price. Devices will protect the building from melt and rainwater, prevent wetting of walls and blind areas, the destruction of the foundation. Due to the simplicity of the design, you can assemble the gutter system yourself.
Advantages and disadvantages of gutters "Alta Profile"
Systems are made of high strength plastic. This material is not able to rust, does not fade under sunlight, can withstand temperature extremes from 40 degrees of frost to 40 degrees of heat. When exposed to temperature, it slightly stretches and contracts, but does not crack. Resistant to ignition and chemical agents.
Other advantages are due to the design characteristics of the system:
- increased strength and durability due to the thickness of the walls of the parts up to 16 mm;
- structural stability due to the use of not only polymer, but also metal fasteners;
- ease of installation due to the clear compatibility of elements;
- tightness thanks to special clamps and rubberized sealants.
The manufacturer gives a warranty on products up to 26 years.
The color scheme of plastic gutters does not differ in variety. Three options are offered: white, red and brown. Light models are popular due to their versatility, brown ones are practical. This option will also allow you to create a beautiful transition from a dark roof to light walls. Red gutters are chosen by lovers of bright colors for elegant country houses.
In addition to the limited color palette, plastic drains have another drawback. They are not as resistant to direct shocks as metal ones. However, after installation, the risk of such exposure is minimal.
Varieties of Alta Profile systems
Under the brand name "Alta Profile" produce two types of plastic drainage systems: "Standard" and "Elite".
The “Standard” line is suitable for owners of cottages and small country houses. Its elements do not differ in large sizes: the groove section is 115 mm, the diameter of the drain pipe is 74 mm. To increase the throughput, the company's engineers proposed an unusual solution: they gave the gutter an elliptical shape. When it is filled during a downpour or melting snow on the roof, overflowing water flows far from the walls of the house and does not fall onto the blind area. This is necessary to prevent the destruction of the foundation and the formation of mold.
Positive reviews about this series say that installing the system with your own hands is real in one day. A reasonable cost of the drainage complex is also noted. Among the shortcomings, the owners of the cottages revealed: after several seasons in the region with frequent temperature differences, the pipe walls became thinner.
The Elite series is intended for cottages whose roofs have a large area. For a small house, it is also suitable, especially in regions famous for showers and snowfalls. Gutters have increased throughput due to the large groove section (125 mm) and the overall pipe with a diameter of 95 mm. Additionally, the elements are equipped with stiffeners, reinforcing the strength of the structure. High tightness is created by specially designed rubber seals. When connecting parts, silicone is not needed.
Reviews about the gutter system "Alta Profile" series "Elite" are mostly positive. There are regrets about the limited color scheme.Also, users note that the details of the "standard" and "elite" rulers can be interconnected by special conductors, which allows you to create an economical individual design for any home.
Gutter components
Both series of the brand include similar elements that differ in size and workmanship. The water supply complex includes:
| Structural element | Average price (in rubles) |
| Gutter and pipe sections of standard length (3 m) | 375 |
| Drain funnels | 185 |
| Locking couplings | 130 |
| End Caps | 55 |
| Mounting grooves | 175 |
| Polymer and metal holders | 60/175 |
| Pipe elbows | 120 |
Having compiled an individual scheme of the drain, you can estimate how many details will be required, what will be the final cost. On average, a running meter costs about 100 rubles.
Mounting Features
Before the construction of the drain, it is necessary to assemble a set of tools. It will include:
- measuring instruments (ruler, tape measure, building cord),
- hacksaw,
- screwdriver
- electric drill with universal crown,
- hammer.
If the gutter complex is intended for a country house, the elements can be assembled horizontally, directly on the ground. Then, the structures are carefully inserted into the brackets pre-mounted around the perimeter of the house.
For larger buildings, assembly is carried out directly at the building. It includes the following steps:
- Fixing the gutters made of metal or plastic on the windshield from two sides of each wall. This leaves a gap of a couple of centimeters between the plane of the board and the vertical part of the fixture. At the corners of the roof, the holders are installed at a distance of 15 cm from the corner part.
- Align the brackets with a building cord stretched between the end holders. Intermediate mounting devices are mounted in increments of 60 cm. The drainage slope is taken into account - about 3 mm for each meter of the gutter.
- Installation of grooves on the brackets with fixation using a latch.
- Fastening the drain funnel to a solid gutter without joints. It is fixed with a latch, having previously sealed the joints with rubber seals. Additional holders must be placed in the place of attachment of this part so that the gutter and funnel are not blown away by the pressure of the water flow. This is the most vulnerable part of the system. The funnel opening is closed with a metal protective grill.
- Connection of gutter sections with couplings. The connector is installed so that the parts snap into place. To do this, the edge of the clutch lead over the rear groove wall, then pull the front part. In the corners of the building, docking is carried out using connecting corners. When articulating, a characteristic click should also be heard.
- Installation of plugs on grooved ends. It is fixed using special antennae.
- Install the pipe bend to the drain hole. It is mounted at an angle of 67 or 45 degrees, depending on the design of the part and the configuration of the roof.
- The connection of the knee with the drain pipe and its fixation to the wall of the building. To do this, use polymer clamps.
The pipe should end no lower than 30 cm above the ground. At its end, a drain is fixed. If the standard pipes are long, they are cut with a hacksaw. In the opposite situation, a special sleeve is used for elongation to connect the pipe segments. It is not required to attach the joint to the wall with the clamps or to seal the joints with silicone, the coupling already has sealing elements and clamps.
Plastic systems are economical and easy to assemble. Drains "Alta Profile" - the choice of those who appreciate the balance between price, quality and practicality.
