The Importance of Good Gutter Drainage

In Westchester, I have seen my share of gutters in all states of disrepair some of them have clearly never seen any professional gutter attention at all! Truth be told, your home’s gutters are essential to the health of your home overall. They keep your home dry, safe, and free from the danger mismanaged water presents. So, the question remains, how can you, tell when and if your gutters need to be replaced? It is pretty simple, actually.

Examine Your Gutters–Take a Quick Look

Sometimes, it is clear that your gutters need to be replaced. The first thing I do when I check out someone’s gutters is to look for the obvious. I may be a professional, but these are things that anybody can keep an eye out for:

Holes, cracks, and rust anywhere along the gutters
Any sagging, or any signs that the gutters are pulling away from your home; gutters should not resemble a big belly!
Bends and dents
Sizeable gaps between the connections with downpipes or gutter connections
Nails out of place.

Now…Take a Closer Look

Many times, gutters will present signs of wear that you cannot see until you inspect them a little bit closer. Here are some things I have noticed in even the most carefully cared for gutters:

Parts of the gutter, or nails and screws, on the ground around your home
Icicles forming on the outside of the gutters
Nesting animals or plants in the gutters (that bird might be cute now, but it won’t be when your foundation starts to sink!)
Overflowing gutters when it rains
Water remaining in gutters after the rain stops
Leaking water where water should not leak, or over-the-top spillage

Know your Gutters and Know What To Lookout for!

There is a final set of signs that your gutters are in need of replacement, and these signs actually present themselves away from the gutters. Like I said, gutters are responsible for keeping your home dry, safe, and free from danger. Here are signs that your gutters are not doing their job:

Puddles of water around the foundation of your home
Water stains and mold on the exterior of your home
Peeling paint and rotting wood on the exterior of your home
Your basement is flooding with shocking regularity
Your lawn and landscaping, which I’m sure you care for meticulously, are being eroded

If you have spotted some early warning signs or have a list of areas with dead ringer issues – give my team a call. We can send someone out right away to have a look and give you an action plan. Problem is gutter problems only get worse. In our Westchester County, they can sometimes get worse fast. Best to handle them early and properly with a professional gutter company as your partner.

Our Customers

“George came out quickly when called and gave us some recommendations and an estimate. We were given an appointment quickly for installation and the gutters were up before we knew it. They were efficient, professional, and neat.”
Barbara N.,Gutter Installation -Westchester
“George is a pleasure to work with, from estimate to job completion. His crew was courteous, professional, worked quickly and cleaned up behind them. I have already recommended George to a friend who also hired George. ”
Kathy H.,Gutter Installation -Westchester
“It went perfect. They explained to me various options.They scheduled work with little wait time, arrived punctually, were very pleasant, worked very efficiently and gave me the type of gutter that was necessary for my location. Between the gutter education and the entire work experience I couldn't be more pleased.”
John O.,Gutter Installation -Westchester
“George was the first contractor to contact me after I sent out notes requesting bids. His response was immediate. I collected 3 other bids which couldn't compete price wise. The next closest bid was over 40% higher. The others were considerably higher. Since George's price was so competitive, I had a lot of questions. George patiently answered them all. When George's crew came out, they were professional and courteous. They first checked-in with George to make sure they fully understood the job and did a great job. When they discovered that design for one downspout was in the wrong place, they suggested a better alternative. After the job was done, they cleaned up as though they were never here!”
Stephen R.,