Taking the time to clean, maintain, and repair downspouts and gutters can double or even triple the life of your roof drainage system. This can save you a lot of money on repair costs. It may prevent damage to your home’s interior due to flooding through the foundation and walls or leaks in the roof due to seepage of water.
Improper drainage due to poor roof pitch is one of the biggest causes of roof drainage problems. Improper drainage causes water to accumulate in certain spots in the gutters, ultimately building up debris and accelerating rust. Clogged gutters and downspouts can also be a big problem. Thoroughly clean all debris from the gutters and downspouts at least twice a year. If there are a number of trees near your home, clean the gutters with a whisk broom even more often than twice a year. Carefully examine them in the spring just before the spring rains. Inspect them again in the fall when leaves, limbs and other debris might cause problems.
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