Signs your gutters are in need of repair
Fall is a great time to tackle projects around the house . The weather each fall allows homeowners to make improvements to their homes ’ exteriors without worrying about extreme heat or cold , while interior projects like painting are made easier because homeowners can open the windows to allow for proper ventilation .
Fall also marks a great time to prepare for upcoming projects that can make winter work that much easier . For example , fall is a great time to take stock of your gutters
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• Gutters hanging off the home : Gutters were once installed predominantly with spikes . However , many industry professionals now install gutters with hanger brackets . Why the change ? Spikes loosen over time , leading to the gutters hanging off the home . That can contribute to serious issues if left untreated . Gutters hanging off the home need not necessarily be replaced , but rather secured to the home , ideally with hanger brackets instead of spikes . Brackets hook into the front of the gutter and are then screwed into the fascia of a home . A professional who specializes in gutter repair can perform this task relatively quickly , and it ’ s an inexpensive yet highly effective solution .
• Gutter separation : Gutters that are no longer fastened together can leak and contribute to issues that affect the home ’ s foundation , siding and appearance . Clogs and the accumulation of debris can cause gutters to separate because they are not designed to hold too much weight . Replacement of separated gutters may or may not be necessary depending on how big the problem is and the condition of the existing gutters . If replacement is not necessary , separated gutters may be remedied by securing the joints , another relatively simple and inexpensive fix .
• Peeling exterior paint : Paint that appears to be peeling off of your home may indicate that water is seeping over the edge of the gutter closest to your home . When that happens , water is coming down the side of the house , causing the paint to peel . In such instances , replacing the gutters is often necessary .
• Basement flooding : Not all signs of deteriorating gutters are outside a home . Many a homeowner has been flummoxed by flooding in their basements , and such flooding can be caused by aging , ineffective gutters . That ’ s because deteriorating gutters sometimes allow water to leak near the foundation of a home , contributing to basement flooding .
Fall is an ideal time to inspect gutters and have any issues fixed before leaves begin to fall or harsh winter weather ar-
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