Gutter And Downspout Myths Debunked

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

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Gutters are a necessity for every home - true or false? While we would have to agree that this statement is true, there are several others pertaining to gutters and downspouts floating around that happen to be false. And since following incorrect information could cause the structure of your home to fall victim to serious damage, we as gutter repair, replacement and cleaning experts want you to know the truth behind the common myths that are so easy to believe; check out a few of them below:

Myth | You do not need to clean out your gutters when you have a gutter screen.

Truth | Although gutter screens help prevent larger debris from entering your gutters, they do not keep all of it out. Therefore, you will still need to clean your gutters regularly, just perhaps not as intensely as you would without gutter screens.

Myth | If your covers are covered, you will never have to clean out your downspouts.

Truth | Like the previous myth explained, having your gutters covered does not mean you won't have to clean out any part of the system. Smaller debris that makes its way to your gutters will still make its way to your downspouts eventually, so you will need to check them every so often to prevent them from getting clogged.

Myth | All-in-one gutters will keep leaves, sticks and animals out of your system.

Truth | Let's face it, when it all comes down to it, there is always the potential for outside elements and small critters to get into your gutters. Regardless of what kind of system you have, you must always be weary of an excess of leaves or sticks, not to mention the furry friends that choose your yard as their resting place.

What have you heard about gutters lately? Are you not sure what to believe about this crucial component of your home? If you have questions about your gutters and aren't sure which answers possess any credibility, contact the experts at All Aluminum Gutters!

All Aluminum Gutters offers gutter cleaning, repair and replacement services to residential and commercial customers in Nassau and Suffolk counties, Queens and Westchester. Our mission is to serve our customers with the knowledge and expertise we have gained in our industry, while also offering the finest in customer service. For more information about how we can help, visit us on our website or contact us at (631) 816-2498.