Gable and hip roofs both serve similar functions, but they each carry their own unique pros and cons. Here's how to choose the best fit for your home.

Whether your home has a flat/low-slope, gable, hip, or metal roof, it should always have a quality gutter system installed to ensure the roof is kept dry and water drains properly.

According to Johnny Lovett from Grangeway Partners, you can generally identify the type of roof your home has by looking at ...

A gable roof has a ridgeline the entire length of the house, with the gable ends of the home forming triangles. ... so all four sides of the roof drain to gutters.