Gutters may be small, but they have an essential job: to channel water away from your home so it doesn’t cause costly damage. Without gutters, moisture seeps into your roof decking causing roof leaks. Additionally, exterior walls get damaged, and foundations deteriorate creating costly issues and the hassles of repairs.
An important way to care for your roof and foundation is to ensure your gutters are in good working order. Read on to learn how gutters safeguard your roof and foundation from moisture damage and prolong the lifespan of your roof.
Fortify Your Exterior with An Attractive Drainage System That Channels Water Away from Your Home
Prevent Foundation Damage
Water is your foundation’s enemy. When your gutter system is not working properly, water doesn’t drain away from your house. This causes it to flow off your roofline onto the perimeter of your home. When the soil around your house gets saturated, it puts pressure on your foundation, pushing it inward and sometimes causing it to crack. Over time, the pooling water can also disrupt the structure of any below-ground levels of your house, like your basement—causing its walls to lean inward. Even minor repairs to your foundation can cost thousands of dollars. The good news is that this hassle can be avoided with the installation and maintenance of a reliable gutter system.
Avoid Basement Flooding
When a home’s foundation becomes cracked, the house is more susceptible to flooding. Once vulnerable cracks form, water can seep in through the cracks and flood your basement. And once your basement floods, a musty dampness becomes hard to get rid of. If the water isn’t dealt with quickly enough, unhealthy mold growth may set in, which can negatively impact your health. This is another reason investing in a reliable gutter system is well worth it!
Bypass Chimney and Walls Becoming Impacted
After water pools, foundations crack, and basements flood, as if that weren’t enough, once the soil dries out, the pressure on the foundation becomes relieved. This may sound like a good thing, but it creates more issues. As a result of the pressure relief, chimneys and walls may become impacted and can begin to lean or crack. These are steep consequences for not having gutters on your home, or leaving them in disrepair!
How Gutters Safeguard Your Roof from Damage
Ensuring your gutters are correctly installed and well maintained has big payoffs! In addition to protecting your foundation from cracking, you’ll defend your roof from damage so it won’t leak, won’t wear out early, and will continue to protect your house from the elements.
Gutters Channel Water Away from Your Roof
Your gutters are strategically located at the edge of your roof. They catch water from rain and melting snow as it runs off your roof’s slope. Next, your gutters—which are positioned on a slight incline—usher water into your downspouts and away from your property. This keeps moisture from running down your siding, pooling around your house, and causing soil to erode—which negatively impacts the flowers and shrubs that border your home. When gutters are in good condition, not only is your roof preserved, but your landscaping is also shielded from damage.
The Importance of Keeping Your Gutters Free of Debris
Protect Your Roof and Foundation by Keeping Your Gutters Clean
When debris like leaves, twigs, birds’ nests, roof granules, and even stray fly balls fill your gutters, water backs up into your roof’s components, causing it to age quicker. If the situation goes unnoticed, your roof may begin to leak. If you don’t do something about the issue, your decking will begin to rot and deteriorate, and the need for a minor repair may become a major one.
It’s vital that you clean your gutters regularly so debris buildup doesn’t cause unwanted roofing issues. One way to keep them clean is to take the necessary precautions while climbing a ladder to scoop out anything that entered your gutter system that doesn’t belong. Another way is to hire someone to perform this needed gutter maintenance. However, the easiest way to keep gutters clean so they don’t create roof problems is to have gutter guards installed over them. At Keeter Roofing and Remodeling, we install custom gutter covers so you don’t have to climb a ladder to remove debris. This handy addition to your gutter system allows water to enter the system with ease while keeping debris out of your gutters.
Safeguard Your Home with a New Gutter System Installed by Our Reputable Team
When gutters fail, roofing and foundations become damaged, leaving you with costly repairs and the hassles that come along with them. Don’t risk the pricey damage faulty gutters create. Fortify your home against these issues with a beautiful new gutter system installed by our skilled crew.
At Keeter Roofing and Remodeling, we meticulously follow the specifications outlined by the manufacturer, ensuring every aspect of your roof’s installation complies with industry standards and best practices. We install gutter systems and custom gutter covers with precision and care so you get the long-term results you deserve. Learn more about how new gutters can add beauty to your home while safeguarding it from water damage.
