Are Your Gutters Full of Water?

The function of rain gutters is to collect water from your roof and direct it down and away from the foundations of your home. Occasionally gutters will fill with water and it doesn’t drain away, in the majority of cases where this happens it is due to inefficient gutter cleaning. Although there are instances when a more serious problem is the cause. It could be due to mistakes during installation where the position of your gutter and the angle it has been installed at is incorrect. It could simply be that there has been too much rain and the gutter is too small to manage the volume of water.

The majority of cases are due to clogs and blockages within the gutter. These will obstruct the passage of the water which will lead to a reduced rate of water flow; with leaks and spills being the result.

What To Do if Your Gutters Are Full of Water:

  • Clean the gutters using a power hose to remove all the debris.
  • Install leaf guards around the gutters, to reduce leaves and other debris.
  • Have regular gutter cleaning by professionals, once or twice each year.
  • Gutter maintenance is the most important preventive measure you can take, a regular check for debris will prevent blockages and clogs from happening.

If your gutters are full of water, check for clogs and clean the gutters of all debris and accumulations. Removing clogs is essential for gutter maintenance. If your gutter still fills with water after being cleaned, then you need to contact professional roofers to check for damage and you may need repair. If the problem is due to alignment or gutter position, a professional roofer will be able to tell you what needs to be done and what your options are. For gutter cleaning or gutter guards installation contact your nearby gutter contractor.

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