Gutters are important to your home. They direct water away from your exterior walls, doors, windows, and foundation.They also help prevent water from making its way inside your home. It is important to know when your gutters needs to be repaired or replaced so that you can avoid expensive damage. Some common signs of damage include:
Signs of mildew or pools of water around your foundation
Gutters are installed to keep water away from your home’s foundation, so if you notice pools of water, it is probably an indication that your gutters are not working properly. This issue may be a result of a clog or defect in your gutters or your gutters could just be getting older and less effective. If you notice these issues, take immediate action and contact one of our team members for an expert inspection.
Gutters pulling away from your house
This is an obvious indication that your gutters need to repaired. Gutters should neither sag or pull away from your home.
Peeling or fading paint around your gutters
Your gutter’s paint is designed to withstand wear and tear, so peeling paint is an indication that the water in your gutters is not draining properly or there has been other damage to your gutters.
Splits or cracks in your gutters
Small splits or cracks may not seem like a big problem, but if not fixed quickly, it will eventually turn into a big issue. Leaking water will not only do more damage to your gutters, it can also damage your fascia boards, soffit, shingles and foundation, which becomes costly down the road.