At Roof Savers Austin, we spend a lot of time repairing and rejuvenating roofs in the Georgetown and surrounding areas. We like to educate our communities on the importance of routine roof maintenance and preserving what you have. Did you know, though, that your gutters are arguably one of the most important parts of your roof? If they are unable to work properly, there are a handful of issues that you can run into all around your home. Don’t push your luck this year by sleeping on our gutter cleaning services. Continue reading to figure out how we can further help you protect your home!
Understanding Your Gutters
Gutters run around the edge of your roof and help to efficiently direct water off of it and away from your home. If water runs off in random directions, this can create a world of problems for you! Your gutters should direct water towards a downspout, which will run down the side of your home. Then, the water will be directed away from your foundation. If your gutters are unable to do this, you could have water pooling on your roof creating leaks. Potentially even worse, it can pool on the ground close to your home or near entrance areas. This can lead to flooding and structural damage!
If that isn’t enough for you to spring into action with our gutter cleaning services, lets highlight some other risks that you face with clogged gutters!
The Dangers of Extra Debris
Those with steeper pitched roofs have to be especially careful with their gutters. The more slope your roof has, the more debris is likely to roll off of your roofing materials and straight into your gutters. All of this extra weight can tug on your roof as well and, if it’s bad enough, can cause your roof to collapse! This is a scary and dangerous situation that can be prevented by a quick visit from our team in Georgetown.
As the weather warms up, bugs and other critters start to come back out from their winter hiding spots. If you have leaves, dirt, and pine straw in your gutters, that is the perfect spot for them to thrive. This can also unintentionally be an invitation for them to try and make their way into your attic and living spaces… not good!
Lastly, debris in your gutters can be highly combustible. If you have a fire pit in your yard, embers can travel through the air, land in your gutters, and create a tragedy. While this is a rare situation, it can happen and we want you to be prepared.
Book Our Gutter Cleaning Services Today
Now is the perfect time to call Roof Savers Austin to book a roof assessment and gutter cleaning services. Especially with those upcoming spring showers! Protect the entirety of your home for the years to come. While we can save your roof and extend it’s longevity in just one trip, it’s recommended that you clean your gutters twice a year (late fall and early spring). Don’t feel like you have to put yourself in danger of falling off a ladder while trying to do it yourself. Call our trained professionals of Roof Savers Austin now.