For a gutter to fulfil its purpose, the downpipe need to be completely clear of twigs, leaves and other debris.

The cold and windy winter weather results in excessive foliage that can block your gutters and cover your roof.

This is why you need to keep an eye on your roof and gutters. If you haven’t had a professional gutter clean for over 1 year, then book a professional gutter cleaning service now. This will help you protect your gutters.

For more ways to protect your gutters, read our essential winter gutter maintenance tips below;

Make sure you rake up your leaves. While you might not think leaves on the ground are connected to leaves in your gutter; they actually are. The dry leaves on the ground can easily be swept up in the wind and placed in your gutters.

These leaves will then become wet in your gutter and cause serious blockage and additional weight issues.

The wet weather that winter brings can actually help when it comes to checking your gutters. If you see rainwater flowing over your gutters it means, there is a blockage in your gutters or downpipe.

After it has rained you may also notice leaking rain from your gutter. This could mean there is a hole in your gutter that needs repairing.

Testing your downpipe is a great way of checking the level of maintenance required for your gutters. Grab a hosepipe and pour the water into the gutter length. If it takes a long time to come down or doesn’t come down, then you have a blockage in your outlet.

Then check further along the gutter, again and again and again, moving along each time. This will help you see how much debris is stuck in your gutter and outlet.

Keep an eye on the weather conditions. Weather conditions like heavy downpours and cold weather can expose guttering problem areas. If a gutter becomes blocked it allows a pool of water to build up.

The cold weather can then freeze this water, and this can cause the gutter to expand. In serious water builds up the frozen water can even crack your gutter.

If you can’t remember the last time your gutters were professionally cleaned, or you have noticed your gutters are blocked; call our team.

Get in touch on: 07596 555050 or email: info@pristinegutters.co.uk

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