It’s easy to forget about your gutters. They’re a small component of your exterior and cleaning them might not feel like a top priority. However, it’s imperative to clean your gutters between seasons, otherwise, you might run into the following issues.
Clogged Rain Gutters
The first problem most homeowners experience is clogged gutters. Neglecting your gutters allows debris to collect inside the system. This can range from leaves to twigs and even pieces of garbage carried by birds or blown in the wind.
Once your gutters clog, major complications begin.
Pooling Water
Another reason to clean your gutters is to avoid pooling water. When your gutters can’t properly drain, the water can end up pooling around your property. This leads to standing water, which can easily attract insects during the summer. It can also lead to foundational damage.
Insect Breeding
During the summer months, no one wants to be bothered with insects. However, this is a reality when you don’t have gutter protection. Standing water can turn into insect breeding grounds, specifically with mosquitoes. Keeping your gutters clean can help prevent insects during the summer months.
Breaking and Sagging Gutters
If the weight of debris and water becomes too heavy, it can cause gutters to sag. Sagging gutters are unsightly, as well as dangerous for your roof. In the worst-case scenario, they can detach part of the roof from your home.
Sagging gutters can cause water to overflow from the top. Even rainwater from sagging gutters can lead to water behind the facia and windows.
Foundational Damage
Lastly, a serious problem clogged gutters can cause is foundational damage. It’s hard to think that leaves in your gutters can cause your foundation to crack and crumble, but it’s true.
This is a result of water breaking down the exterior foundation. You can possibly discover leaks in your basement as well.
Never Clean Your Gutters Again
There is good news for homeowners who don’t like cleaning gutters. Gutter covers and gutter protection can put an end to clogs. Never again will you need to get on the ladder, as debris can’t pass through and cause complications. Contact us today to learn more and request a quote.
