When we think of gutter systems, we often think about how they take excess rainwater away from the home. While this function is incredibly important, it’s only one piece of the puzzle. Gutter guards don’t get as much attention, but they are just as crucial for protecting your home and making it easier to maintain your current gutter system.
If you don’t already have gutter guards or haven’t thought about adding them to your home, consider these four reasons why you should.
Stop Blockages
If you currently have gutters (and what home doesn’t these days?) then you’re probably aware of the number of leaves, sticks and other debris that falls into them. Over time, this organic debris can pose a real issue for how your gutter system functions. Water will begin to pool inside your gutters and eventually overflow, resulting in more water running against the siding, roof, foundation and interior of your home.
Additionally, the gutters will begin to sag underneath the weight, causing them to buckle and eventually break. This also affects the grade of the gutter system, which is essential to ensuring proper water displacement.
Reduce the Risk of Rusting
Even if gutters are cleaned of leaves and debris, there is always going to be some debris in gutters when you’re not home. If it rains, debris can soak up the water and cause rust or corrosion to your gutters. When it comes to certain types of gutters, rust happens, but moisture-filled debris only exacerbates the process. If you want your gutter system to have the longest life possible, gutter guards are the best solution.
Easier Maintenance Overall
Gutters need to be cleaned out at least twice a year. However, they may need cleanings more often if you live in a particularly wooded area. If gutter maintenance is something you don’t particularly enjoy, gutter guards make it a much easier process. When you do need to clean the gutters, you’re spending less time on a ladder, less time removing debris and less money on replacement systems.
Fire Protection
At first it may sound surprising, but homes built in areas susceptible to brush and bush fires can largely benefit from gutter guards. Embers from nearby fires can travel far distances and reach leaves sitting in your gutters. These embers can easily set the leaves and dry sticks in your gutter aflame and cause a fire. Since gutter guards prevent buildup of large organic debris, it’s an essential addition to your home if you live in dry, arid climates that currently experience regular forest fires.
While the outdoors can be great, they’re often cruel to homeowners. Building a solid defense is the best solution to preventing issues in the future. Contact a local gutter company today to improve your home’s exterior!
About Platinum Gutters
Platinum Gutters specialized in gutter repair and replacement for residential homes. They also offer gutter improvements like guards to help your system last longer and make maintenance less of a headache. To learn more about the hard-working team or get a quote for your next home improvement, contact them through their website.