Fall is here and the leaves have begun to fall from the trees into your gutters. During the fall it is most important to remember to have your gutter system cleaned. Leaves and other yard debris can clog the gutter and with fall and winter rains, you will want to ensure your gutters are clean and ready. When you neglect your gutters, major problems can occur to the home. Big Moose Pressure Cleaning would like to share some of the common damages that occur when gutters are neglected and why you will want to make sure to have your gutter cleaned.
Can Clogged Gutters Cause Foundation Issues?
Just as water can seep into a basement, water can seep underneath a foundation. When the gutters are clogged, water will leak up and out of the gutter right next to the home. The gutters are designed to capture all of the rain water and direct it away from the home’s foundation. If the soil padding is compromised underneath the foundation, the foundation can sink, crack and or become uneven.
Can Clogged Gutters Attract Bugs?
When the gutters are clogged they can hold water which will stand inside the gutter until it evaporates. It can take water a long time to evaporate which causes mosquitoes. Mosquitoes are drawn to stagnate water, as they need water to lay their eggs. You home’s gutter will become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Cockroaches also love stagnate water areas which will attract pests that eat cockroaches. To prevent your home from becoming a hot spot for pests, the gutters should be kept cleaned.
Siding Damage from Blocked Gutters
When the gutters clog up, the water will leak out from the side and drip down the exterior walls of the home. You will often see orange water stains running down the sides of the home. At first the water will not be a major problem. However, over prolonged periods of water exposure, the side of the home will begin to break down and rot. You will want to prevent water damage to the side of the home as much as possible.
Can Clogged Gutters Cause Roof Damage?
The gutter system is designed to capture the water that flows from off of the roof. When the gutter system is clogged, the roof is at risk. Often the soffits and fascia is the first area to get water damage from a clogged gutter system. Because the water isn’t flowing correctly, it is the parts of the roof that becomes water damaged.
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It is important to keep your gutters clean. Big Moose Pressure Cleaning would like to remind homeowners that during the fall season remember to have your gutter system cleaned. For pressure cleaning service for gutters and more contact Big Moose Pressure Cleaning today.
