During this down time you may decide that you want to get the ladders out and check your gutters. Perhaps you have seen they are bending, leaking or water is pouring over them?

This could mean that your gutters need cleaning out, or it might mean that your gutters need replacing.

We would highly recommend that you call in an experienced gutter cleaning company for cleaning your gutter. They can then check your gutters and see if they need cleaning or if they are broken.

Sometimes, inexperienced homeowners can actually cause more damage or break the guttering, when trying to clear or clean them.

Below we have listed some signs that will help you understand if your gutters need repairing or replacing.

If you can see any cracks or splits then your guttering needs replacing and not clearing out. These cracks will allow water to seep into the fascia boards behind the gutters.

It is possible that these cracks have been caused by standing water or weight of debris in the gutter. Make sure you have regular gutter clearing completed on your property to avoid this damage.

If have you have cast iron gutters, the paint on your gutters will be weather resistant. If you notice rust or paint damage it may mean that water is present.

Call in a professional gutter cleaning company to check for any clogs and clear out any debris.

This will help get the water flowing through the guttering.

Have you seen pools of water or mould forming from your gutter? This can be an indication that the gutters are clogged. Alternatively, it could mean that there is a defect in your guttering system.

By calling in the services of a gutter clearing professional you check if there is a clog that needs to be removed, or if the guttering needs repairing.

Are your gutters sagging? If your gutters are beginning to sag then it means the weight of the water and debris in the gutter is too much for the gutter to hold. If there is slight sagging, these blockages can be removed by a professional.

However, if your gutters are sagging a lot or pulling away from the property.  Then they may need replacing or upgrading.

If you are unsure if you need your gutters cleared or replaced, call in our experts!

Have a read of our last blog: Have My Gutters Been Cleaned?

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