3 Problems That Functioning Gutters Can Avoid

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

As many homeowners on Long Island will tell you, September through November is hurricane season, filled with stormy skies and rain galore. In addition to being a stylish accent on any home, rain gutters serve to collect water that comes down onto your home during a rainstorm and carry it safely away from the house to avoid destructive water damage. Not convinced? Here are three of the most detrimental issues that homeowners may face, and they can all be avoided by installing properly functioning rain gutters.

1. Flooded, moldy basement. If you have a basement but do not have a gutter system, you’re at risk of a flood. Without anything to catch and redirect the heavy rain, the water will spill down the side of the house and pool at it’s base, pouring into your basement window wells. Pretty soon the wells will become too full and water will begin to seep in through porous cement walls or unsealed window frames. If you don’t notice the water right away it can sit within your floors and Sheetrock, presenting the perfect cold, dark, wet conditions for mold to thrive.

2. Damaged, weakened foundation. When water pools at your foundation it can eat away at and erode the cement over time. Cracks can form and a study foundation can become weakened and shifted by water damage. Not only will your home lack a strong base, but your windows and doors will begin to sag, as the house will no longer sit evenly on its base..

3. Warped, stained siding. As the water cascades down the side of your home you risk the chance of having to deal with water stains, peeling paint, rotting, and more. Like a good gutter system, your siding is meant to protect your home. Without properly secured siding, water will get into your walls and can potentially cause damage to your Sheetrock and insulation. Gutters however, can catch the rain and redirect it so that it doesn’t pour down your siding.

If your home is without rain gutters or has a damaged gutter system, don’t wait until it’s too late. Call All Aluminum Gutters today and we’ll have a new set of gutters up in no time.

If you live in Long Island, New York City or any of its 5 boroughs and would like more information about our gutter repair, installation and cleaning services, call 631-816-2498 today!

Why Do I Need Rain Gutters?

All Aluminum Gutters

531 Sunrise Highway, West Babylon, New York 11704

(631) 816-2498

As a homeowner, you have probably heard time and time again about how important it is to have rain gutters on your home. Whether it was when you were buying your home, selling your home, or remodeling your home, at one point or another mention must have been made about this particularly critical feature of your home's drainage system. 

But with so much focus and attention on rain gutters and the need to have them installed, have you ever wondered what purpose they serve and why your home needs them to function? If you have racked your brain in the past for answers to these questions, we have exactly what you need:

• When your home does not have rain gutters installed, any water produced from rain or melted snow may find itself pooling up next to your foundation. If the ground becomes overly full with excess water, your foundation may crack and start to leak. 
• Homes without gutters tend to feel the effects of water more since it comes into contact with the home on a greater scale. If runoff occurs down the exterior of your home rather than through gutters, mold and mildew can start to form or the paint on your siding may peel.
• If you rely on your basement for storage or spare rooms, then we bet you'd prefer not to be swimming in it. Should your home lack functional gutters, water could start to seep through even the smallest cracks in your walls or foundation and wind up on the bottom floor of your humble abode. 

While you read through this list, did something trigger you to take a look at the rain gutters on your home? The next time you step outside, take a moment to inspect the exterior of your home and make sure that your gutters are securely fastened and working properly. In the event that they aren't (or in the event that you don't have any) contact All Aluminum Gutters to get your home back in working order. For more information on the gutter repair and installation services we offer, visit us on our website or contact us at (631) 816-2498 today!