Continuous Gutters are nationally recognized as the most popular form of guttering. Seventy-five percent of all gutters installed throughout the nation are continuous or seamless. Its popularity is easily understood because. The purpose of seamless gutters is to collect water from the roof and disperse the water away from your home. Properly configured downspouts are very essential in this process. For the most part, gutters go unnoticed. Faulty gutter systems can contribute to problems like damages soffit, facia, and shingles.