Common Causes Of Overflowing Rain Gutters

All Aluminum Gutters

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If you have ever had to deal with overflowing rain gutters, then you know what an inconvenience it can be. Between the ground around your foundation being saturated and the potential for interior damage present, having a rain gutter that collects more than it can handle is a problem that requires immediate attention.

But how does it happen?

Rain gutters do not overflow on accident; something must trigger them to start losing their functionality. With help from Angie's List, we've compiled three causes of overflowing rain gutters so that you don't find yourself stuck on the "why" when you should be focusing on the "how" - how you'll fix it that is! See below -

1. Clogs - If your gutters and/or downspouts are clogged, the water that is collected will essentially have no where to go. Since it can't travel down your gutters and come out of your downspouts, the water will overflow from the top instead.
2. Lack of existing gutters - It isn't enough to just have gutters on one side of your home; you need to have them strategically placed all over! If the water does not have any place to go, it is only natural for it to begin to overflow.
3. Rain - Although you have no say over how much rain falls from the sky, it is one of the most common causes of an overflowing gutter. Prior to a torrential downpour, be sure to clean your gutters and make sure that they are fully functional.  

As a leading provider of gutter repair, installation and cleaning services, here at All Aluminum Gutters, we realize how troublesome overflowing rain gutters can be. To protect yourself from damage that will require costly repairs, connect with us to have your gutters cleaned or repaired before a problematic storm arrives. For more information on the services we offer, visit us at www.allaluminumgutters.com or contact us at (631) 816-2498 to schedule your free consultation and estimate today.