A storm can send wet leaves, branches, and other types of debris in all directions. Strong winds can damage roofing shingles and can even rip them off a house. If debris winds up in gutters, it can prevent water from draining properly. If wind and flying debris cause gutters to sag or fall down, the roof and other parts of the property can suffer serious water damage. Inspect your gutters following a storm and be on the lookout for any of these signs that need to be repaired or replaced.
Signs That Your Gutters Are Damaged
Walk around your house after a storm and conduct a visual inspection. Some problems are obvious. For example, gutters that have come loose and are sagging or hanging off the house need to be fixed or replaced as soon as possible.
Other issues may not be apparent unless you take a closer look. Gutters may have holes or dents that can cause them to leak. A storm can disrupt the alignment of gutters. If they aren’t angled properly, water can back up and overflow, which can result in damage to the roof and foundation, as well as the landscaping in the yard. If you use a hose to run water in the gutters and it doesn’t drain, the storm may have disrupted their alignment.
If leaves, twigs, and other debris got blown onto your roof in a storm and wound up in the gutters, there may be a blockage. You might not be able to tell unless you run water into the gutters with a hose. If it doesn’t flow through and come out the downspout, that can mean there is a clog somewhere. You may be able to pull debris out of the gutters and flush them with water to alleviate the problem, or you may need to hire professionals to clean the gutters and possibly make repairs.
Seamless Aluminum Gutters Can Help You Avoid Problems in the Future
If your gutters suffered severe damage and need to be replaced, seamless aluminum gutters are an excellent choice. Aluminum is a lightweight material that’s less likely to sag than some other common gutter materials. It’s also resistant to rust and affordable. Seamless gutters are made up of long sections of material, rather than pieces that are joined at seams, which reduces the risk of clogging.
Schedule a Gutter Inspection
If the gutters on your Connecticut home got damaged during a recent storm, contact Aladdin. We can conduct an inspection and repair them or replace them with new seamless aluminum gutters.
