Why you need to Clean your Gutters

Here in St. Louis, the weather can change constantly.  Lately, we've been having some pretty bad storms which means debris is building up in your gutters.  Cleaning your gutters is important for many reasons.  When your gutter are clogged with storm debris, like leaves and twigs, it can stop the flow of water and cause the water to over flow out of the gutter, potentially causing you a major headache later.  Some consequences of this could include basement water damage or even structural damage.

Good clean gutters help to protect the outer shell of your house which includes the roof and foundation. Helping to keep moisture away from these areas keep the inside areas dry if moisture doesn`t have a chance to build up or get in. I mention the roof as once temperatures get colder with winter coming soon, ice damming can occur trapping snow and ice up on the roof line. With the heat escaping through the attic, this can cause the build up to melt and eventually get through the roof line into the house. With a lot of leaves falling these days it may be time to get up on the ladder and check the gutters.  There are a number of reputable contractors to do the job for you if so desired. Be sure to check them out first as to make sure the work is properly done.