How The Heat Affects Gutters

Clogged gutters are an annoyance that no home owner wants to deal with. However, if you don’t have your gutters cleaned regularly, then it will be an issue that you have to resolve. The biggest issue with blocked gutters is that the longer they are left, the worse they will get.

You might notice that your gutters are sagging, or you have puddles of water around your home. These are key signs that your gutters are blocked or damaged. By cleaning out your gutters, or having them cleaned by a professional, you avoid this risk.

There are lots of reasons that you should consider getting your gutters cleaned regularly and the gutter systems clear. One of these reasons is heat. In this blog post we look at how the heat affects gutters.

As the weather becomes warmer in the spring and summer months, we enjoy the brighter skies and spending time outside. However, it is worth being aware that the extreme heat of the summer sun can affect your gutters and downpipes. The hot weather can damage the structure of the gutters, and the integrity of them too.

When plastic gutters are exposed to direct sunlight and UV rays, they can become warped and distorted. Over time, this can alter their shape and damage their performance too. This can then result in a number of other issues. These include screws becoming loose because of the warping, bulges or lumps in the gutter encouraging blockages and the gutters expanding out of shape.