Keep Your Rain Gutters Clean Now and Avoid Problems Later

You probably don’t think much about your rain gutters and just how essential and important they are to your home’s overall protection. We are going to share some reasons why you should give your rain gutters some thought and why you need to keep them cleaned out.

Exterior Damage to Your Home

Without rain gutters, the water from the rain and the snow will simply pour off to your home’s foundation leaving it at risk for erosion or leaks. Gutters keep that water from backing up under the shingles which can cause damage like a leaking roof. Rain gutters help to avert this backup – unless they are clogged with debris, leaves, etc. This is why it is important to clean your gutters out regularly, or have it done.

Potential Clogs Revealed

It is usually apparent when your rain gutter has a clog by way of a big puddle located close to your home’s base.  Getting a regular check-up is still recommended so that any possible clogs can be caught before they begin that puddle.  Once that puddle begins and goes unnoticed, it can start seeping in your home’s foundation and before you know it, there is that moldy smell in the basement or creeping into the house.

Are Repairs Needed?

When you have your rain gutters cleaned regularly, you can check to see if there are any repairs needed. During the winters in this area, there can be a lot of snow and that puts a lot of weight on your rain gutters, making them bend or break. Get those things fixed as they are found to prevent more costly repairs to your home’s foundation or roof.

Bugs and Pests Go Away

When excess water is left sitting in rain gutters, it attracts bugs and pests like mosquitoes and termites. Bugs and pests thrive in water and when rain gutters are neglected, it makes a perfect breeding ground.