Why You Need a Gutter Protection System for Your Home

More often than not, by the time you realize your gutters need to be cleaned out, a problem has already occurred, and you can see leaves and debris collecting in the gutters from ground level. What you may not readily observe is the clogged gutter damage that has already begun. When you climb a ladder and look down at what’s going on you’ll see a whole different story – a scary story. There’s a lot more than leaves clogging up your gutters - wet leaves create damp clogs that become heavy, and that extra weight will soon cause the need for gutter repair. 

You are likely to find twigs and other debris getting caught in your clogged gutters. Damp, clogged gutters quickly begin to grow mold, and stagnant pools of water trapped inside become a breeding ground for mosquitoes. Mosquitoes and other insects will attract birds and other critters. The extra moisture on the roof will cause wood rot, causing problems for your whole roofing system. 

However, when a gutter protection system is used in conjunction with seamless gutter installations, the above gutter problems are substantially prevented.

What is a Gutter Protection System?

What is a gutter protection system, and why are gutters important? The purpose of gutters is to channel storm water away from the house. Without a gutter protection system, uncontrolled water from clogged gutters can seep into basements and damage landscaping, decks, patios, and foundations. 

Gutter protection systems, also known as gutter guards, are a defense mechanism that helps stop unwelcome debris, such as leaves and twigs, from obstructing your gutter's water flow. The best way to protect your property from rainwater is to install seamless gutters with a gutter guard protection system.

Benefits of a Gutter Protection System

By installing gutter guards, you will spend less time maintaining your gutters and avoid dragging out the ladder for an unpleasant and risky task. Gutter protection systems offer several additional benefits in addition to those discussed above.

#1: Decrease the Chances of Your Gutter Freezing

A cold snap can cause the trapped water in your gutters to freeze, causing an ice dam. Gutter guards provide gutter freeze protection by allowing the water to flow away from the house before frozen water creates an ice dam. 



#2: Prevent Animals from Creating Blockage in Your Gutters

Clogged gutters present an open invitation to all sorts of vermin you do not want on your roof. Stagnant water can set up an ecosystem for insects that, in turn, draw birds, bats, mice, mosquitoes, spiders and pesky squirrels.

If you’re NOT ok with birds nesting in your gutters, take away what is drawing them. Have gutter guards installed so that birds poop in your backyard trees instead of your driveway or porch.  You also do not want squirrels to use your gutters as hiding spots to store their winter supply of acorns. 

#3: Invest Your Time and Money at the Right Place

The decision to invest in gutter guards comes down to where you want to invest your time and money. An investment in gutter guards will save you time and money for maintenance and gutter repair bills in the future. Without a gutter protection system in place, you will be investing in maintenance cleaning and gutter repair costs.  



Can a Broken Gutter System be Fixed?

Absolutely! When only a few sections of seamless gutters need to be repaired on an otherwise well-functioning guttering system, gutter repair makes the most sense.  The gutter repair experts at Quality Seamless Gutters will  solve your gutter repair issues when it’s in your best interest to do so. You will not be pressured into installing a new guttering system when gutter repair takes care of the problem. 

When gutters become too old and are not functioning well, gutter repair becomes a waste of time and money. Gutter replacement is necessary when the following signs are present:

• Visible cracks or splits
• Gutters are sagging or have pulled away from the house
• Peeling paint or rusting metal
• Pools of water or signs of mildew around your home’s foundation

When trying to decide if a new seamless gutter installation or gutter repair service is best for your circumstances, call Quality Seamless Gutters for honest advice. The call is free and the advice is trustworthy if you are wrestling with the decision of getting a gutter replacement or a gutter repair. 

Get Strong Gutter Protection from Quality Seamless Gutters for Your Safety Today!

Quality Seamless Gutters delivers strong gutter protection for your home or business with licensed and bonded professionals who are always looking out for your best interests. A one-year workmanship warranty and a 25-year product warranty are standard with our seamless gutter installations and gutter protection systems. 

Having served many satisfied customers in Bluffton and Beaufort, SC for years, our seamless gutter installation and rain gutter repair company is committed to customer service.

Give us a call at 843-846-3333, or email us at info@quality-seamless.com to inquire today!