Seamless aluminum gutters control the amount of moisture in your home’s roofing structure. More homeowners are utilizing gutter covers to reduce blockages, reduce the maintenance work required and prevent frozen gutters. Ray St. Clair Roofing, a leading roof replacement, cleaning, and repair provider for residents of the greater Cincinnati, OH, area, highlights three benefits of gutter covers.

3 Benefits of Covers for Seamless Aluminum Gutters 

Reduce Blockages

One benefit of installing a gutter cover is the reduction of debris that accumulates. The less debris a gutter system has to filter out, the better it works. Clogged gutters cause flooded basements and home erosion. Large debris and leaves are the biggest offenders when it comes to clogs. Since fall is around the corner, now is the time to install covers.

Reduce Required Maintenance

Twice a year roof cleaning is suggested. However, since covers reduce the amount of debris in your gutter system, homeowners with covers can scale back to an annual visit without risking damage to their home. This reduces the amount of labor on your part and offsets the cost of installing the gutters by reducing the amount you’re paying a professional to maintain them. Furthermore, installing covers during the summer prepares you for the increased precipitation of winter months.

Reduce Risk of Frozen Gutters

One of the most costly gutter repair jobs is fixing a frozen system. The easiest way to prevent this problem is to minimize the amount of water in your gutter by installing covers. By installing covers now, you are ensuring a winter free from the damages of frozen gutters.

For homeowners considering covering their seamless aluminum gutters, summer is the time to act. Call (513) 874-1234 or visit the Ray St. Clair Roofing website to learn more about the company’s gutter installation services.