Prepare For Fall With A Gutter Contractor In New Hampshire

Now that fall is almost here in New Hampshire, winter isn’t far behind. It’s the time of year to prepare your home for colder weather and one of the things on your list should be gutter maintenance. You’ll want to repair or replace gutters and drains before it starts to snow.

You can prevent water damage by hiring a professional gutter contractor for an inspection to ensure your roof drainage system is working effectively. An experienced contractor can check for trouble areas and make recommendations for repairs or to install gutters and drains that work more efficiently.

It’s important that the drainage system of your home is properly designed to drain water from the roof down through the gutters and downspouts. Improper drainage can lead to water damage that can weaken the foundation and structure of your home. It can also cause expensive repairs and mildew and mold problems.

Part of this drainage system are gutters that need to be connected to downspouts at just the right angle of slope to divert water off the roof surface. Gutters that are incorrectly installed can cause leaves, branches, and other debris to build up, creating an obstruction that prevents water from flowing smoothly off the roof.

Gutters and drains that are incorrectly installed or obstructed can also create ice dams in the winter. Frozen water can back up the gutters, pushing water under shingles where it can damage the roof and cause leaks.

Here are three important reasons why you should hire a gutter expert:

1. Experience

A HomeAdvisor contractor has the experience and tools to install and maintain your home drainage system. They have the knowledge it takes to get the job done quickly using the right quality materials.

2. Prevent expensive repair costs

Regular maintenance of your gutters, drains, and downspouts means you can avoid expensive repairs down the road.

3. Safety

Professional gutter contractors understand the importance of required safety measures when working on ladders and roofs. They’ll be able to competently manage your gutter installations and repairs.

After installing a new drainage system, or after any repairs, it’s important to schedule regular inspections and maintenance to keep gutters, downspouts, and drains in top condition. You’ll also want to clean gutters and drains at least twice a year to keep them free of debris. Gutters filled with debris can become heavy and put stress on the brackets, causing gutters to break free from the house and damage siding and windows. As added security, schedule a complete roof inspection with a roofing contractor every couple of years.

Contact a HomeAdvisor gutter contractor in New Hampshire to inspect your roof’s drainage system. An experienced professional can answer all the questions you have about cleaning gutters, fixing leaks, or re-positioning downspouts so that water diverts off the roof without any water overflow or blockage.

This Patch article is sponsored by HomeAdvisor