Heavy Rain Gutter Problems

Common Heavy Rain Gutter Problems

The rain this past week has been non-stop and hopefully you gutters have been handling it like they should be. If not give us a call and we’ll help you with any heavy rain gutter problem you may be having. Heavy rain causes a lot of gutter problems. Not always because gutters have a pre-existing problem.

Gutters clog in heavy rain storms.

The average amount of rainfall in October is 3.11in (in Lynchburg). You can’t control the amount of rain you receive. You can prepare yourself for the next downpour by investing in rain gutters built to handle substantial rainfall. The normal residential size is 5″. Depending on the area and the average amount of rainfall you receive a year you can use the right gutters for it. Heavy rains cause gutters to overflow by just the shear amount of rain and debris. Debris forced into your gutters in a small amount of time. Once it stops raining to check and see if any larger debris needs to be unstuck from your gutters, such as tree branches.

Too few downspouts can really put stress on your gutters once it starts to rain hard and this often causes overflowing. Your local gutter professional (such as Gutters & Guards, Inc.) and they should recommend the right amount of downspouts for your home, and if you need to add one they can add it for you! So remember to check your gutters after a heavy rainstorm

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Fast Fact #45 – Gutter Pitch

Gutter Pitch

Gutters may seem fairly simple in installation and maintenance but are a carefully crafted illusion. Gutters actually have a slight pitch that allows water to flow towards your downspouts and not become standing water. Standing water can lead to mosquito and other nasty gutter problems. For more fast facts check out our Good To Know Pinterest Board! It has all of our previous fast facts and future ones!

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How Does Fall Weather Affect Your Gutters?

Your gutters work year round to keep your home from major moisture damage. If they become clogged this can lead to foundation and other water damages on your home that will cost your big! We suggest that you clean your gutters at least twice a year; once in the spring and once in the fall to prevent major clogs from forming. Here are a few tips to help you clean your gutter throghtly this fall.

Beginning to clean your gutters make sure to use proper ladder safety and try not to do this alone. With gloves on clean all of the leaves, sticks, needs and seeds from gutters and place them in a trash bag to either throw away or use for composting. Don’t try to do this with a water hose because it could clog your downspouts.

Next, remove all the pasty goo made up of granules from your roofing shingles that have mixed with water and dirt. You can use a gloved hand again but just a different bag. After you remove the goo it’s time to use the water hose to flush your gutters out. Look for leaks while you do this. Also check gutters for pools of water that will indicate where low spots are. The Gutters should be sloped so they drain properly.

If you are unable to get them clean this fall please call a professional, such as Gutters & Guards, Inc. who will do a good cleaning before winter hits the area and clogged gutters will cause big problems.

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Fast Fact #44 – Clean Gutters This Fall

Clean Gutters This Fall

Clean Gutters This Fall to prevent clogs. It is not only a good way to make sure that your gutters have no leaks or damages. If you’re not comfortable with heights or DIY gutter cleaning.

Make sure to hire a professional who can help you look out for upcoming damages. Who are licensed and insured, such as Gutters & Guards. For more fast facts check out our Good To Know Pinterest Board! It has all of our previous fast facts and future ones! Fall is the best time to clean your gutters. It prepares your gutters for winter. Always clean your gutters in the spring as well. It’s a great way to look for any damages that may have occurred over the winter months.

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Repairing Rusted Gutters

Repairing Rusted Gutters is no easy task and we suggest if your gutters are rusting its time to replace them with aluminum gutters that do not rust as much as other gutter types and have a longer lifetime than your old ones. If you find yourself unable to afford a new gutter system at the moment then there are ways to stretch the lifetime of your existing gutters a little longer while you save up to get a new system. Remember to always work with someone!

To repair your rusted gutters you first need to remove them from your home (if you are unsure of how to do this, please let a professional do this ). Then you will need to patch any holes and remove the rust from the gutters as best as you can. If the amount of rust and holes are numerous, it’s better to replace them rather than repair them. After this you can sand them down to have a smoother surface then paint them with a good primer. Then paint them with a rust-inhibiting paint to prevent from future rusting.

If you want to see how much it would cost to replace your old gutter system give us a call and set up a FREE estimate. If it’s too much at the moment you can at least have a good idea of how much to save to replace it. We do work from small repairs to full overhaul, so keep us in mind for all your gutter needs.

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What Causes Sagging Gutters?

Sagging gutters can be a big problem if you let it go on for long enough. There are a few different causes that can lead to your gutters to sag. The biggest cause being too much weight on your gutters from debris build up. This can be avoided by cleaning your gutters at least twice a year. Whether you choose to DIY or use a professional it’s an important component of home-ownership to keep your gutters cleaned.

Another cause of sagging gutters is when the hangers are loosened.

If you’re unsure of what the hanger is on your gutters it’s typically the piece of metal that holds your gutters in place. View photo below.

Ways that hangers can loosen are from too much weight from gutter debris, fascia deteriorating causing hangers to back out of wood, or when they were originally installed the hangers were spaced too far apart and unable to support the gutter. If your fascia seems to be deteriorating then it’s best to replace your fascia to prevent further decay and damages to your home and if you’re lucky then you can reuse your existing gutters without having to purchase a new gutter system.

If it seems like that hangers are the problem that too is an easy enough fix.

Call a professional because not only will they do it right. They’ll be able to do it faster and get your gutters working right in no time. Call us if you an experiencing any of these problems. We’ll be happy to help you as fast as we can so your gutters won’t damage you home. Fall is the prime time for gutter debris to start to build up in your gutters. So it’s vital to make sure that your gutters are in working order before winter comes.

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Fast Fact #43 – Damaged Gutters

Damaged Gutter Issues

Dirty , neglected gutters can quickly transform into damaged gutters. Gutters not cleaned out, both your home and your gutter will be in danger of becoming damaged. This mean pricier repairs for not only replacing your gutters. Replacing whatever damaged by your gutters not working correctly, such as windows, siding, or worse your home’s foundation! A great way too cut back on the risk for your gutters clogging. Installing gutter guards on your home. Some gutter guards prevent any debris from getting into your gutters and causing a clog. For more fast facts check out our Good To Know Pinterest Board! It has all of our previous fast facts and future ones!

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Fall Gutter Debris

Fall Gutter Debris Headaches

Fall Gutter Debris can be a real headache when it comes to cleaning your gutters. There are a few different problems you can run into when it comes to fall gutter debris. Below is a list and some ways to help you prevent clogs.

Leaves In Gutter

This is what more gutters run into and it’s the easiest clean out of your gutter but if they’re wet they can be a pain. If there are a lot of leaves in your gutters you need to make sure you have a big enough bag to hold all of them.

This is what can happen if shingle granules gather in your gutters for a year

Shingle Granules

When your shingle loose their granules and it gets stuck in your gutters. If you let it go for too long it can become a real mess. It’s also pretty difficult to get out of your gutters. In the photo above we had a customer whose gutter guards do not protect from shingle granules and his hired gutter cleaning service never cleaned under the gutter guards. We helped him out but it was a tough job. Make sure that the company you hire knows what their doing and is actually doing what they are telling you.

Pine Needles

Pine needles are a big pain like shingle granules. Most gutter guards do not protect your gutters from pine needles and it can cause clogged gutters as well.

Pine Cones

Pine cones not too hard to clean out of your gutters. If stuck in your downspouts it can be a nuisance to get unclogged.

Other

Other fall debris that can cause clogged gutters and damages. Things such as bird nests, bee hives and dirt from the spring and summer months. This can cause clogs but can be pretty easy to remove unless your bee hives are still inhabited by the bees. That could be a problem.

To learn more about choosing us for our gutter cleaning services, long-term maintenance program, or MasterShield Gutter Guards please give us a call today for a FREE estimate. We’ll be happy to help you keep your gutters clean and clog free!

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Fast Fact #42 – Cleaning Gutters In Fall

Cleaning Gutters In Fall

Fall is here and that means it’s time to start preparing your home and gutters for the colder months. This means cleaning out your gutters. Cleaning Gutters In Fall is important to keep your gutters from clogging and forming more problems. This will prevent ice dams from forming in the winter. For more fast facts check out our Good To Know Pinterest Board! It has all of our previous fast facts and future ones!

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Fall Gutter Tips

Fall Gutter Tips 2014

We cannot stress enough about the importance of fall gutter cleaning. It not only keeps your home looking great but it can help your gutters last the full lifetime they are suppose to live. We have some fall gutter tips that will help your fall preparation go a bit smoother.

Fall is an important time to pay attention to your gutters. With leaves and other debris falling from trees the majority of it will end up in your gutters. This can cause bigger problems such as clogged gutters or worse gutters sagging and falling off your home. These bigger problems can get costly too.

The best way to prevent your gutters from getting clogged is to clean them during the fall. Preferably after the majority of the leaves have fallen. This allows for there to be less of a chance for ice dams during the winter. Another great source to avoiding clogged gutters is investing in gutter guards. You can find the right one for your gutters depending on if you need to keep just large leaves out or if you have a problem with pine needles there are gutter guards to protect your gutters against that as well. To learn more about the different gutter guards we provide visit our gutter leaf guards page or stop by our showroom to learn more about our products.

If you cannot reach your gutters or do not have the time(or resources) to clean your gutters please call a professional (such as Gutters & Guards Inc.) to get the job done for you fast. Please give us a call and we’ll be happy to give you a free estimate.

For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repairs or adding gutter guards, call us today! Our experienced team will take the guess-work out of the process, and ensure that your home is protected.

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Heavy Rain Gutter Problems

Common Heavy Rain Gutter Problems

Gutters clog in heavy rain storms.

Fast Fact #45 – Gutter Pitch

Gutter Pitch

How Does Fall Weather Affect Your Gutters?

Fast Fact #44 – Clean Gutters This Fall

Clean Gutters This Fall

Repairing Rusted Gutters

Repairing Rusted Gutters

What Causes Sagging Gutters?

What Causes Sagging Gutters?

Another cause of sagging gutters is when the hangers are loosened.

If it seems like that hangers are the problem that too is an easy enough fix.

Fast Fact #43 – Damaged Gutters

Damaged Gutter Issues

Fall Gutter Debris

Fall Gutter Debris Headaches

Leaves In Gutter

Shingle Granules

Pine Needles

Pine Cones

Other

Fast Fact #42 – Cleaning Gutters In Fall

Cleaning Gutters In Fall

Fall Gutter Tips

Fall Gutter Tips 2014

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