Did you ever wonder why gutters were invented? Just why do we have these long metal funnels and tubes attached to the roofs of our houses?
There’s actually a very good reason: because rainwater is bad for a house. Experts say that one inch of rainfall on your roof can create 500 gallons of rainwater runoff, and all that water running down the side of your house can cause major problems over time.
Problems like:
- Flooding. Water always seeks the lowest point, and if you have water running down your house it will find its way into the basement or foundation. If enough water gets down there, you will have flooding.
- Foundation damage. Water can cause cracks in your foundation, and it will also help dissolve masonry, disintegrate stucco and other materials.
- Mold. Mildew and mold love to grow in wet environments, and you’ll get lots of it, particularly in your warm climates like South Florida.
- Paint damage and stains. Water can stain the exterior of your house, and cause paint to peel and flake.
- Insect infestations. Standing pools of water are breeding grounds for insects.
- Landscape damage. Heavy water runoff can ruin flowers, bushes, and other landscaping.
These are just a few of the bad things that can happen if you have water running down the side of your house or un-managed drainage of water. Obviously, gutters serve a very important purpose, and every house should have them.
Having gutters on your house is not enough, though. Gutters can’t do their job properly if they’re not cleaned regularly, to remove blockages that can impede the flow of rainwater. Once or twice a year, leaves, branches, and other debris that can collect in the gutters should be removed. To get the job done safely and professionally, call Coast to Coast Seamless Gutters, South Florida’s premier gutter installation and service company.
