Clogged gutters…the nuisance of a lifetime when it comes to chores. No one enjoys dragging the ladder out, climbing up to the access point of the downspouts while dragging the water hose, and attempting to clear the gutter system.
The truth of the matter is, though, your home is your greatest investment. You must make sure it remains in tip top shape. If you fail to maintain your gutter system and it becomes clogged for a prolonged period of time, you will find that it damages your home in many ways. In this guide, we will outline the 3 dangers of clogged gutters to your residence.
- Roof Damage – Yes, you read that right. In order for your roof to function appropriately and maintain the structural integrity of your home, your gutter system must be maintained and fully functional. Clogged gutters will cause moisture from the rain to pool on the roof of your home. This will put a strain on the roof and start to crack it. The roofing materials will start to deteriorate. Mold and mildew will start to develop. Eventually, leaks will develop and your roof will no longer have the capability of protecting your home.
- Foundation Damage – While those clogged gutters are damaging the roof of the home, they are also damaging its foundation. Gutter systems are designed to relocate water away from the home. If the system is clogged, the water will pool around the home. Over time, that pooling water will then start to seep below the ground and towards the foundation of the home. The foundation – when exposed to excessive moisture from the gutter system – will start to expand and will develop cracks. When this happens, the structural integrity of the entire home is compromised.
- The Development of a Fire Hazard – If the gutter system of your home becomes clogged and you live in an area that becomes dry and very hot during the year, the materials in the gutters may quickly become a fire hazard. In addition to this, if water leaks into the basement and comes into contact with the electrical-based wiring of the home, an electrical fire could develop. Regardless, any development of a fire could damage your home and result in serious injury and/or death. While it may be true that you could put out the fire in time, it is more likely that you would not and stand the chance of losing everything – including your life.
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If your gutter system is clogged, it is likely that it is now failing. This would be the one circumstance in which a homeowner would find themselves reading this article. Now is the time to replace the gutter system. We here at Southern Industries Home Improvements specialize in the Ultimate Gutter Guard System. The good news is – with this system – you will no longer have to worry over stubborn and potentially dangerous gutter clogs! To learn more, contact us immediately by calling now at (833) 240-4900