Investing in Gutter Covers (Part 1): Issues You Can Prevent

As essential components that keep your home dry and damage-free, your gutters should remain in top form. This means taking proactive measures to ensure that they avoid both small and serious issues. You can, for instance, have a reliable home improvement company install gutter covers on your system. They can help your gutters drain properly, protecting your home from extensive water damage.  

In the first installment of our two-part blog, Infinity Home Improvements, your premier home improvement company, shares the risks you can avoid by going for excellent gutter covers in Wyoming, Michigan.

1. Congestion—This happens when leaves and other loose debris begin settling inside your gutters. In fact, congestion can be the root of many other problems in both your gutters and roofs. It causes water to back up and cascade over the edge instead of going through the downspout. Water and moisture will then seep within your exterior walls and foundation, compromising the structural integrity of your home.
2. Sagging and Collapse—The extra weight from accumulated debris can cause your gutters to sag, or even pull away from your home. This can lead to its eventual collapse, leaving you with costly repairs or replacement.
3. Wear and Tear on Your Roof—A clogged gutter allows water to back up under your shingles. This opens the way to roof leaks while accelerating wear and tear on your roofing materials.
4. Flooding and Soil Erosion—Aside from basement flooding, gutters that don’t drain smoothly can cause soil erosion. This results in damage to your landscaping. The constant exposure to water can also lead to cracks on your path and driveway.
5. Unsightly Water Stains and Streaks—Water spilling over the side of your gutters will leave stains and streaks along your siding, even your interior walls. There might even be paint damage. Additionally, the moisture inside can also encourage the growth of mold and mildew.

Keep your home and gutters free of these issues by going for excellent gutter covers in Wyoming, Michigan. Infinity Home Improvements can help you with this. We carry Gutter Helmet® gutter protection systems that offer superior protection and performance. Call us today at (855) 690-2087 to learn more.

Check out the second installment of our two-part blog, where we discuss the features and benefits of our Gutter Helmet gutter covers.