Although the sun is still shining and there are many more warm days ahead in New England, fall is around the corner. With fall comes all of the joys of homeownership. From clogged gutters to unwanted pests, now is the time to start planning your gutter cleaning process.
At Guarded Gutters, our experts understand that a functional gutter system is imperative heading into the winter season. Without it, homeowners can face both costly external and internal water damage. Instead, with these easy steps, you can have peace of mind knowing that your home is protected from whatever Mother Nature has in store.
Assessing the situation.
One of the first steps in gutter cleaning is assessing the situation. In many cases, especially after the leaves have fallen, there will be debris clogging proper water flow. With careful eye-level examination, you can determine and remove any debris (leaves, twigs, pine needles, etc.) that is causing a potential disruption.
Determine if your gutters are flowing properly.
Even though you’ve cleared the debris away, other factors can interrupt proper water flow. A few of these factors include small holes, dents, and metal corrosion. With a garden hose, gently run a small stream of water into the gutter system. If all is well, the water should travel along your gutter and exist at the downspout.
However, if the water stands still, the slope of your gutters may need a slight adjustment. Likewise, if water exits the system before reaching the downspout, you have a leak on your hands. Putting off gutter repairs generally leads to larger, more costly problems, so this is one area you won’t want to ignore.
Clogs and leaks
Depending on what you find, there are several directions the next step could take. The first is that your gutter system is in proper working condition. If this is the case, you’re ready for whatever Mother Nature throws your way! The second is the need for professional gutter cleaning. At Guarded Gutters, our team of professionals can quickly assess and remedy clogged gutters while recommending future steps to prevent the situation from occurring again.
At Guarded Gutters, we offer residential customers a start to finish experience. From traditional gutter cleaning to preventative solutions to protect your home in the future, we bring peace of mind.
To schedule your cleaning or to speak with one of our experts about upgrading your gutter system, give us a call at (800) 752-1417.