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Roof Maintenance: 5 Tips for Keeping Your Gutters in Good Shape

  • Perla Irish
  • November 18, 2020
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  1. Clean Out Your Gutters
  2. Look Around For Leaks
  3. Install Gutter Guards
  4. Prevent Ice Formation
  5. Clear Out the Downspouts

Many homeowners take good care of the inside of their home, and maybe even the back and front areas. However, it’s easy to not think too much about the roof because no one sees it.

If it’s not in clear sight, chances are you might not spend much on it. That is quite understandable and incredibly common.

However, you need to understand that the roof is exposed to various climates and harsh weather conditions all year long. In an average rainstorm, your roof might have to endure over 1,700 gallons of water. But you can purchase gutter guards in Atlanta and install them for a better flow of water.

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Roof Maintenance: 5 Tips for Keeping Your Gutters in Good Shape

How much more do you think your roof can take before the rainwater starts leaking inside and ruining your walls?

Roofs are integral parts of your home, and gutters are among the most crucial areas of the roof because they can decrease the level of damage during rains. If they are not functioning well, you might have to end up replacing entire systems altogether.

So, what can you do to keep the gutters on your roof in good shape? Let’s get into that below.

Clean Out Your Gutters

The most simple and important thing you need to do when it comes to gutter maintenance is keeping them clean.

It should probably be on the top of your chores list every fall. In fact, the more you keep your gutters clean, the better results you can have.

If your gutters are cluttered, the blockage can cause an overflow. This way, water can overflow to the ground all around your home and even get pushed up on the roof and damage the shingles.

If you have a single-story home and can easily access your gutters, you can clean out any debris that may cause blockage and prevent the water from easily flowing down into the downspout. You might have to do this more often if there are trees above or around your home.


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Look Around For Leaks

If you get some professional help to clear out your gutters, the experts will generally look around for leaks as well.

But if you plan on looking for leaks yourself, you can simply run down water after cleaning up the gutters. If you see that the water is smoothly flowing down the gutter and into the downspout, then all is well. However, you will notice a stream disruption if there is some leakage.

If you see any leakage, then you should try your best to immediately fix it.

Install Gutter Guards

Among the most convenient ways to get out of frequent gutter maintenance is investing in something that can prevent the debris from building up in the gutters.

You can easily find gutter guards in countless stores and online. These are generally easy to install. They are made with a wire mesh cover to prevent the debris from entering the gutters. However, you will still need to clean out these covers every couple of months.

Prevent Ice Formation

If your area usually gets really cold and bodies of water outdoors can turn into ice, then you may need to clean out your gutters in the winter season as well.

If any debris had prevented the proper run-off of water, then chances are your gutters are wet. When it starts to get cold, that water can turn into ice. That doesn’t only mean that there will be ice in your gutters. It also means that the expanded ice can damage your gutters and even reach the edges of the roof, which can cause leaks and damage over time.

If your gutters get damaged, then you may need to look into popular gutter options and get them replaced.

Clear Out the Downspouts

Clearing out the gutters regularly and making sure that the water properly gets down the drain can be incredibly helpful for avoiding any damage to your home, roof, or the gutter themselves.

However, that may not be enough for a proper flow of water down into the drains. You also need to regularly make sure there aren’t any blockages in the downspout and the pipes leading away from your home.

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