Prepping your Gutters for the Storm

6/23/2023 (Permalink)

Most people don't think about the condition of their gutters until something goes wrong. However, gutters play an important role in the maintenance of your home.  They keep the flow of water and direct it away from the foundation of your home during storms and the rainy season. A good way to help take care of your home is to prepare your gutters for the storm. Clogged gutters can cause water damage to your roof and basements. One of the things you should do is clean your gutter regularly, at least twice a year depending on how many leafy trees or pine trees are near your home and especially when there’s a storm warning you’re aware of. The buildup of debris that can clog your gutters and downspouts will cause water to overflow and affect the fascia boards of your roof causing water damage and possibly rot or mold. It can also drop run down your home and pool at the lowest point of the house which can affect your foundation and make its way into your basement. Another thing to check for is to make sure any previous damage gets repaired. Damage to your gutters also prevents your gutters from working properly which can really affect the run down of water during a storm. We hope this helps keep you a little more prepared for storms. However, if there’s no time to take care of these things before your next storm and your home becomes affected by unwanted water damage, call the company you know you can trust SERVPRO of Tacoma at 253-896-3000. We can help get your home back to normal with our 24/7 trained team ready to assist you.