Gutter maintenance is needed to protect your home or business from water damage. Roofing companies provide gutter maintenance services to make taking care of your gutters easy and convenient. Here are some ways that roofing companies can help with your gutters:

Gutter Installation

Gutters help channel rainwater away from your home or business building, preventing basement flooding, erosion, and structural damage. There are several factors to consider when choosing the right gutter system for your home or business:

• Rainfall intensity in your area
• Roof pitch and size
• Architectural style of your home

The right roofing company will help you assess your needs and recommend the best gutter system for you. 

Gutter Cleaning

A comprehensive gutter cleaning will remove leaves, twigs, and debris, flush downspouts for proper water flow, and inspect your entire system for potential issues, allowing your gutters to stay clean and functional. Gutter maintenance can be easily forgotten, but doing it contributes to the longevity of your home. When left to deteriorate, gutters may become clogged and lead to structural damage. Cleaning gutters regularly may help you avoid costly repairs. In addition to protecting your home, clean gutters have many other benefits, including keeping unwanted pests away.

How often you clean your gutters depends on several factors, including where you live and the foliage surrounding your home. Dead leaves compounded with rainfall can create a barrier that will fill gutters and clog the downspouts. This combination leads to an overflow of water, which can cause rot or break the gutter, damaging your roofing system. It’s advisable to clean your gutters twice a year: once in the fall and once in spring before heavy seasonal rainfall.

DIY vs. Roofing Companies

Although gutter cleaning can be done yourself, roofing companies have the tools and skills to clean your gutters quickly, safely, and thoroughly. Clean gutters are significant to the overall protection of your home or business because they redirect water that may cause damage, so someone with a trained eye may also help prevent costly repairs down the road.

Gutter Guards

A roofing company should recommend solutions to help you save time and effort to maintain your gutters. Gutter guards can prevent leaves, pine needles, and other debris from clogging your system. There are several types of gutter guard solutions available to fit your needs and budget:

• Mesh screens: Prevent large debris from entering while allowing water to flow through.
• Foam inserts: Block smaller debris and are ideal for areas with heavy leaf fall.
• Reverse curve systems: Utilize surface tension to direct water into the gutter while deflecting debris.

Gutter Repairs

Gutter systems can incur minor leaks to completely damaged sections. Hiring a roofing company will restore your system’s function and prevent further issues. Repairs that may be needed include leaks and holes, sagging or detached gutters, loose or missing fasteners, or damaged downspouts.

You should immediately act if you notice any water leaking between your gutter system and fascia. Rather than dealing with the swift consequences of water damage, routine gutter maintenance, and gutter guards are less costly preventative measures. Don’t delay, and evaluate your gutter needs to protect the longevity of your home or business.