Reduce Extra Work By Maintaining Your Gutters

The Maids of Greater Lehigh Valley • May 23, 2014

It is very uncommon to hear people talking about their gutters, but homeowners certainly have them. House cleaning, interior repair, and decorating get discussed a lot, but gutters are very important in any home and they should be well taken care of since they control the flow of water that lands on the roof. Many people do not pay attention to their gutters and end up having to face the consequences of neglecting them. Below are some of the advantages of maintaining your gutters:

- Saving costs. Having a stable and well-built gutter for your house will help you save the cost of repairing areas damaged by running water from the roof. With good gutters, you are able to route the water to whichever direction you want. If you want to, you can even store that water for washing your vehicle or other activities. When you have protectors in your gutters, as well, then you won't have to clean your gutter frequently and this will help you save time.

Parts of the Gutter You Should Focus On

Downspout Extensions

Because they are used to take the water to the foundation, downspout extensions are very important. They should be wide enough so that the pout is not overwhelmed by water in case of a heavy downpour. Check the bolts and screws to see if they are fixed; if they are loose, the spout may be unable to sustain the weight of the water. It is also important that you check whether the spout is leaking.

Gutter Spikes

The gutter spikes are the backbone of the gutter system, and you need to ensure that they have been properly installed. If they are weak the whole system will be weak and unstable. The clamp system needs to be firmly placed. Check all the parts and ensure that they are in good shape, and if any are not, you should replace them.

Keeping the outside of the house and the inside clean and in good condition is a full-time job! If your hands are full, leave the inside to The Maids Greater LeHigh Valley serving the Bethlehem, Pennsylvania area. 

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