The gutters may not stand out as much as your roofing system, but they still play an integral role in keeping your home safe and intact against water damage. However, they’re not exempt to the occasional problem, including issues like clogging. Here are the common causes behind gutter clogs, plus how you can deal with it:
Leaves
We love to see them, just as long as they’re still attached to the tree. In some cases, they’ll end up inside your gutter system, creating blockages that hamper its draining ability. This, in turn, causes water to back up and overflow instead of being channeled away from your home via the downspout.
Fortunately, preventing leaves from clogging your gutters is fairly simple. You just need to trim any branches hanging over them. If you’d rather not deal with this issue on a regular basis, you can just have any problematic trees near your home removed. Another simple and effective solution is to invest in seamless gutters, which are less prone to clogging because of their design.
Bird’s Nests
It’s not just leaves you need to worry about in your gutters. More often than not, birds also like building their nests inside gutters. They are certainly discreet and elevated enough to keep our feathered friends and their eggs safe (or, perhaps, they just like the view). And while birds roosting in gutters seem adorable, they can actually end up clogging your gutters.
To discourage birds from settling inside the system, have the gutters inspected and cleaned regularly. You can also invest in effective gutter protection. A trusted roofer like Goodrich Roofing can help you explore your available options and decide on the one that best suits your needs.
Call Us Today
You probably know Goodrich Roofing best as a trusted expert in wind damage roof repair. But if you need a pro to handle your gutter replacement needs, we’ll be more than happy to fill that role. Call us today at (505) 219-4450, or fill out this contact form to schedule a roof evaluation. We proudly serve the areas in and around Albuquerque, NM.