Gutters play an important role in the function and strength of your home’s exterior. Gutter’s have one main job: to divert water away from your home. Having a home in the Pacific Northwest means that it is subject to heavy rains that can wreak mayhem on your home. Gutters prevent water from pooling up around the foundation of your home. Without gutters, water can seep into areas that is shouldn’t causing damage to your sidings, windows, doors, and foundation. In addition, gutters prevent staining on the exterior parts of your home, alleviate paint damage, and prevents mold growth.
Unfortunately, having gutters isn’t enough to fully protect your home. Having your gutters regularly clean ensures that they are working properly. Gutters can easily get clogged by debris such as leaves, shingle girt, and pine needles. Clogged gutters can cause water damage in both the exterior and interior of your home. Water can back up along your roof and cause your roof to become moldy and water to leak into your home’s interior. Gutters that are clogged with leaves can make for a nice home for rodents, birds and insects. The last thing you want is a pest infestation on top of improperly functioning gutters! Getting your gutters cleaning twice a year, generally in the spring and fall, can help alleviate the risk of damage to your home. To read about our Gutter Cleaning in Spokane. Contact Us today to get your gutters taken care of!