How to Spot Faulty Gutters on a New Home

All Aluminum Gutters
531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

There’s no doubt that a lot goes into shopping for a new home, and it can certainly be difficult to know what to look out for. Sneaky, hidden pest infestations and plumbing problems can really throw new homeowners for a loop. Luckily, when it comes to your gutters the warning signs are usually pretty clear.

Misaligned or Incomplete - First and foremost, the gutters should line the entire perimeter of the roof. If you notice that there’s a section missing or loose, this is a huge red flag for repair. Remember that your gutters should be slightly pitched downward towards the downspout as well.

Overflow - If you’re “lucky enough” to have your walk-through scheduled on a rainy day, take the opportunity to investigate how well the gutters work. If you notice rainwater pouring out over the sides of the gutters there may be a clog -- or worse, loose, sloping or damaged gutter sections.

Siding Damage - Peeling, warping, or staining all indicate that water has run amuck on a home’s siding. If you don’t happen to catch the grand tour on a rainy day, looking out for siding damage is one way to detect faulty or clogged gutters before signing on the dotted line.

Missed Redirection - So you’ve inspected the gutters thoroughly and found no issues with the system itself. But what about after the water has been funneled down the downspout? If you don’t see a means of redirected drainage or a splash block, you may need to consider the foundation damage that may be lurking around the home.

Have you recently purchased a new home on Long Island, Queens or the surrounding areas, and are unsure if your gutters are still in good shape? If so, give All Aluminum Gutters a call. Whether it’s a good cleaning, gutter repairs, or even new installation that you require, we’ve got you covered no matter the circumstance!

For more information about our services, or to schedule an estimate, call 631-816-2498.