Common Gutter Issues Homeowners Should Be Aware Of
Gutters are often overlooked. They’re not glamorous or fun, and you don’t really think about them unless something goes wrong. But gutters are important to your home's health because they keep water from getting into the building. If water gets into the building, it can cause expensive damage—and that could be bad news for your insurance rates.
Gutters are often overlooked. They’re not glamorous or fun, and you don’t really think about them unless something goes wrong. But gutters are important to your home's health because they keep water from getting into the building. If water gets into the building, it can cause expensive damage—and that could be bad news for your insurance rates.
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Improperly Pitched Gutters
To make sure gutters are pitched correctly, it is important to measure the pitch of your
gutter. The pitch should be at least one quarter of an inch for every 10 feet of gutter.
Standing water in a rainstorm is usually enough to tell you if your pitch is too high or
too low. If it is higher than desired, you can bend the gutter into place and that will
correct most problems. If your pitch is too low, you may have to reinstall all or part of
the hangers.
Gutter cleaning and repair season is here. It's tempting to grab a ladder and try to
clean or fix your dirty gutters yourself—but think twice before you do. Many of our
customers have fallen from ladders, breaking bones and worse. After suffering serious
injury, they learned it’s best to let a professional handle their gutter cleaning in
Madison. So, feel free to schedule your appointment with Madison Window
Services and stay safe!
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