Winter is here, and although it seems like a long time away, spring will be here before you know it! Now that the leaves have all fallen, it is critical to make sure that you take care of your gutters for the winter ahead. That way, they will be ready for the spring showers that are right around the corner. Our gutter cleaning Kiawah Island service recommends that you be preemptive to avoid these things that can happen if your gutters aren’t prepared.
Weighted-Down Gutters
If you allow dirt and debris to sit in your gutters over the winter, when the temperatures dip, the moisture in that build-up will turn to ice and make it even heavier. Gutters aren’t designed to handle much weight, so if you don’t clean them out, they’re more at risk of breaking and cracking, especially along the seams. Being proactive about keeping them clean before the spring hits will reduce the risk that you will have to repair them – or worse, replace them when the showers hit!
Cracked, Broken, or Leaking Gutters
If you don’t properly care for your gutters by keeping them clog-free, they are more likely to crack, break, or leak over the top. Gutters work by guiding water away from the foundation of your home to stop it from pooling and leading to structural issues. If gutters don’t operate as they are supposed to, water will leak over the side or fall directly at the base of your foundation. By having them cleaned and inspected, you can ensure that you will spot any signs of problems before they become more significant.
Rusted Gutters
Due to weather conditions in the South, metal is more prone to rust damage and the resulting breakdown. The high humidity and moisture are likely to cause everything from the seams to the nails to rust and break. At Peppers Pressure Washing, we go to great lengths to ensure that your gutters are operational – not rusting.
Cracking in the Seams
If you don’t take care of your gutters, they won’t take care of the foundation of your home or office. Traditional gutters with seams only last so long before they begin to break apart and crack. One way to ensure that your gutters are ready for the winter and spring is by upgrading now to either seamless gutters or copper seamless gutters. They both have the advantage of being stronger, custom-fit, and have a long life over traditional seamed gutters. Copper also looks amazing and only gets better looking with age!
As we roll into the upcoming year, the winter is sure to be cold and long. The good news is that spring will be here before you know it. Just make sure that your gutters are cleaned now to avoid damage during the winter, when ice can form and weigh them down. If you prepare now, you won’t have to worry whether they will be spring-ready when showers begin to fall.
At Peppers Pressure Washing, we know how important your gutters are and we do all that we can to keep them fully functional and guiding water correctly. Contact our gutter cleaning Kiawah Island service to schedule your gutter cleaning appointment today!