Hurricane Preparedness - Is Your Mind In The Gutter?

The hurricane season officially starts today! It is most often the time when many families are reminded of the little and sometimes insignificant repairs which they have continuously put off. These projects involve guttering, roof leaks, galvanize or shingles replacement, drainage around the home, plastering, replacing sidings and the list goes on and on. Well look no further. We've got your back covered.  In today’s post we look at guttering.

Guttering:  Is your mind in the gutter? Well, it should be if you want to have a house that can withstand the elements. Rainwater is a natural element that can wreak havoc on a house if it’s not controlled by properly installed and maintained rain gutters.

When gutters aren't functioning properly, rainwater runs off the roof of the house and collects on the ground near the foundation. Heavy rains can result in standing pools of water, which can cause a multitude of problems. The importance of properly installed and maintained gutters can’t be stressed enough. Here are a few reasons:

•          Soil around the house is stabilized
•          Foundation problems can be avoided
•          Flooding under houses can be prevented
•          Erosion can be prevented and this preserves landscaping and turf
•          Water damage to siding can be prevented
•          Water staining on masonry can be prevented
•          Settling and cracking of sidewalks, patios and driveways can be lessened
•          Exterior doors can be preserved

Guttering products available  in store

Have your gutters checked to be sure they aren't pulling away from the house. If they are, talk to one of our Customer Sales Representative about changing the spikes holding the gutters to screws. Screws do a much better job of holding the gutters in place. And make sure your downspouts are clear and not blocked by leaves, and that the water from gutters, downspouts, and around the house flows at least 10 feet away from your house.

If you are cleaning the gutters yourself, make sure to check for rusted spots, dents and holes, broken gutter hangers, and disconnected joints. Repair or replace any problem areas.

Need to update or repair your guttering system, call us at 4507247 or come in and talk to  one of our customer sales representatives today. Be Prepared;Protect your investment!