If you want your new gutter installation to last, there are a few things you will need to do to ensure you care for your gutters. Gutter installation, when done right, will require very little maintenance and care, but there are four things you should always do to care for your gutters.

1. Clean Your Gutters

G & N Gutters recommends you should clean out your gutters twice a year. One time in the fall, and one time in the spring, but you may have to put more effort into keeping your gutters clean. For example, if there are trees overhanging your roof, leaf litter is likely to be greater and require more cleaning effort. Of course, on the other hand, if your gutter installation included a “leaf guard” type system, you may be spared from the extra cleaning duty.

Keeping your gutters clean is not only important for keeping the water flowing. It is also important to clear debris to manage the amount of weight that is piling up. The added weight of wet organic debris can cause your gutters to become misshapen or pull away from their anchors.

2. Perform Periodic Inspections

Walk around your property and visually inspect your gutters from time to time to ensure that everything is in its proper place. You also should inspect your gutters after a large storm when they have been working overtime. This will prevent future issues.

3. Address Repairs Immediately

If you notice that your gutter is becoming bent or pulling away from the hanger, address the problem as soon as possible. Small problems can turn into big problems rather quickly when they are ignored. A quick fix can solve most problems with gutters when they are discovered early on.

4. Remove Ice Build Up

If you live in a region where the weather gets cold enough to form ice out of melting snow, remove the ice from your gutters. Ice can weigh ten times more than water and can easily overwhelm your gutters. Remove ice from your gutters to protect them from damage.

Gutters are a great way to protect your roof and to protect your foundation. Following a few simple care steps will ensure that they will be highly functional and ready to fully protect your property. If you are in need of gutter services, give us a call. Our team of experts would be happy to help.