Winter has finally arrived and if you haven’t already, it is important to perform certain maintenance steps on your gutters to prevent problems.
- Unclog. Hopefully, you completed this step before winter set in, but if you didn’t, consider doing this now. If your gutters are clogged, it can restrict water flow, which can build up and freeze in the lower temperatures. This can weigh down your gutters and cause damage.
- Protect. If you would like to avoid the maintenance of cleaning out your gutters, consider gutter protection options, such as E-Z Step Down, Leaf Relief, or LeaFree.
- Secure. The weight of ice or snow can also cause your gutters to come loose, so ensuring they are tightly secured is important.
- Downspouts. Making sure your downspouts are properly aligned is also important, so that water does not end up running down the side of your home.
- Water Flow. If water is not flowing properly away from your house, it can cause problems. If too much water freezes around your house, it can put pressure on your foundation and even cause minor shifting.