With the arrival of summer comes a delightful break from the chill of winter and plenty of rainfall. It’s the perfect time to take advantage of the favorable weather to assess your home’s maintenance tasks.
While summer might not initially come to mind as the time for gutter upkeep, it’s wise to proactively address any repairs during these warmer months ahead of autumn – a time notoriously tough on gutters.
Here’s why you should make gutter maintenance a summer priority.
Easier To Clear Debris
The dry season provides the perfect chance to remove dirt, leaves, sticks, and other debris from your gutters before heavy autumn downpours arrive. Clogged gutters can’t effectively divert water, leading to leaks, flooding, interior damage, and wet basements.
Safer To Remove Nests
Birds, insects, and rodents love to nest in debris-filled gutters, especially once breeding season starts. Fortunately, most pests would have left their nests by summer, making them easier to remove. Clearing out your gutters in summertime eliminates appealing nesting sites and materials, protecting your home from invaders.
Better Prepared for Inclement Weather
While summer is generally less rainy, strong thunderstorms are still expected during the warmer months. Heavy winds can blow more debris into your gutters, and torrential rains can rapidly overwhelm them if they are already clogged. Thorough cleaning sets you up for success through any intense weather.
Quicker To Spot Damage
The dry weather will make it easier to check your gutters for signs of damage and deterioration, such as holes or rusted areas. Record the issues and call a reliable contractor to fix them before autumn.
Easier To Install New Equipment
Making repairs, replacements, and upgrades is also easier in dry weather than when wet or freezing cold outside. Summertime is ideal for installing new gutters or downspouts and gutter covers to prevent fall leaves from accumulating.
Reach Out to Us for Your Gutter Needs
Never let clogged gutters put your home at risk of leaks, flooding, and costly repairs. Contact us at All Exteriors to take the first step towards a safer and more comfortable home. Our skilled team is committed to providing excellent gutter maintenance and repair services in Maryland and Delaware.