Gutters must be kept free of debris, to allow water to flow
freely away from the roof and the building. Clogged gutters can cause a lot of
trouble.
1.
Water is leaking down along the walls, which
will cause discoloration and erosion in time.
2.
There will be water infiltrations in the basement.
Rainwater collected by the drainage system is eliminated at a safe distance
from the building – but not when gutters are clogged!
3.
Infiltrations through the roof. Clogged gutters also
allow water to pond on the roof, which will eventually lead to infiltration
inside the building.
4.
Invasive insect pests. Insects are attracted to
moisture, and clogged gutters retain moisture, so it is not uncommon, in this situation,
to spot colonies of potentially dangerous insects (ants, ears, mosquitoes and
even termites).
The most common causes of clogged gutters include:
·
The
proximity of trees
Trees shed leaves and dried twigs that will accumulate in
the gutters and downspouts, making them quite difficult to be cleaned. An annual inspection completed by Orlando roofers will make sure your gutters are working as they should be.
·
Snow and
ice
Snow can easily build up in the gutters and also turn into
ice, because of the freeze-thaw cycle. In this situation, it can block the
gutters partially or completely and even damage them, because of the weight of
the snow and the increased volume of frozen water.
·
Accumulation
of dirt
