Rain gutters are small but critical components of a building’s roofing system and a long-term investment in the infrastructure of your home.

Debris Accumulation

• Loose debris will quickly begin to decompose, matting down and compressing into a solid sheet as it becomes damp, causing gutter clogs.
• Accumulated debris caused by clogged gutters is a fire hazard, and it is extremely bad for the roof, accelerating wear and backing water up under the shingles.
• It can also create a solid bridge over the top of the gutters that can send water cascading over the edge.

Damage Clogged Gutters Can Cause

• Basement flooding
• Foundation cracking and settlement
• Soil erosion
• Dry-rot on fascia boards, soffit, and roof
• Paint damage
• Window, door and siding damage
• Mold damage
• Fire damage in dry, high wind, fire-prone areas

Common Causes of Gutter Damage

• Leaning ladders against gutters to clean them out
• Seams splitting apart (on non-seamless types)
• Ice formation
• Pest infestations
• Stains caused by constant overflowing and rusting spikes
• Storm and tree damage