Signs You Need New Gutters

If your front door had a hole in it, would you leave it be? What about if your windows had cracks? No - you would replace them. If you wouldn’t ignore these repair signs for other parts of your home, don’t ignore them with your gutters either. Gutters play a major role in protecting your home from weather and water damage. Here are some signs you need new gutters.

1. Cracks: Over time, your gutters can develop cracks.hen this happens, they’re about as useful as a bucket with a hole in it. Cracks allow for water to leak down the side of your house, potentially damaging your walls and foundation. Small cracks may allow for a quick fix, but larger cracks may require you to replace your gutters altogether.
2. Seam Stress: Your gutters are most vulnerable to damage at the seam where two gutters connect. Here, cracks or dislocations can occur, causing a variety of problems to the outside and/or inside of your home. Your best option here is to get rid of the broken gutters and opt for seamless gutters as a replacement.
3. Paint Peeling: Malfunctioning gutters can often ruin your home’s nice paint job. If you are checking your exterior and notice peeling paint, it’s most likely a sign of excess moisture. Find the nearest gutter and check it for leaks. If the peeling is in more than one spot, seriously consider replacing your gutters.
4. Rot: When gutters leak water onto your home, they can cause bigger problems than just peeling paint. Excess water can rot wood trimmings, like window sills or door jams, and cause them to allow water into your home. In these cases, issues that may seem isolated could be the result of faulty storm draining.
5. Mildew: There’s a very good reason downspout drains end at least six feet away from your home’s foundation. Water and moisture close to the foundation can seep into your basement and cause mildew and mold to grow on the walls. If you find this problem occurring in formerly dry areas, damaged gutters are probably the culprit.eplacing your gutters is the best move.

If you are experiencing any of these issues on Long Island, your first step should be to give All Aluminum Gutters a call. We offer new gutter installation, gutter repairs, and gutter cleaning to ensure your home is ready to handle any weather.

For more information about our gutter cleaning, repair, and installation services in Nassau and Suffolk County, call us at 877-283-7729.