It’s good to clean the gutters twice a year. In the spring – when cleaning, it is worth paying special attention to any damage after winter, checking any damage to our gutter system. It is also important to clear the leaves from the gutter in the fall, leaving our gutters clean before winter.
The primary function of gutters and guttering is to securely collect rainfall from homes and carry it to the drainage system. However, roofs and gutters are not meant to retain standing water for extended periods of time.
Clogged gutters that contain too much debris can impede rainfall drainage. Before long, trapped water will spill over the sides, causing fascia boards to rot. Rainwater leaking through structure walls can cause rising mould spores to grow on ceilings, internal walls, windows, and insulation.
In the long run, that can cause costly and avoidable damage to your property. What’s more, it puts your and your family’s health at risk.