Your rain gutters are among the first lines of defense protecting your home from serious damage. You may not think of them too often until they need to be cleaned out or repaired, but there's a reason so many gutter installation and replacement professionals recommend routine maintenance. For a better idea of why these preventive measures are so necessary, here's an overview of how damaged rain gutters can cause big problems. 

How Rain Gutter Damage Impacts the Home

Siding Damage

If the gutters or downspouts on your home malfunction or are incorrectly installed, your home’s exterior can be exposed to an excess of water during the stormier months. This will eventually cause damage to your walls and may even permeate the exterior materials, potentially leading to mold, compromised wiring, and damaged possessions. 

Foundation Problems

Obstructions and damage are the leading causes of issues with rain gutters, preventing them from redirecting water away from the home and protecting the foundation. If water is left to collect around the base of your structure, you could find yourself facing dangerous and expensive structural issues, such as cracking or shifting in your foundation. At best, you may still have to deal with damage to your landscape, including ruined plants and grass. 

Roof Issues

Your roof is also susceptible to the side effects of ineffective rain gutters. Obstructed or damaged gutters can force water to move under the shingles, and it can even work its way into the attic. This moisture can cause problems with your roofing and attic materials, including mold and rot. 

When residents throughout the Upper Cumberland area need rain gutter maintenance, they turn to the experts at Cookeville, TN's Borden Seamless Guttering & Siding. They've been providing the best in gutter replacement, repair, and installation since 1976, and they're committed to finishing all jobs on time and within the proposed budget. Visit them online for more information about their services, and call them at (931) 528-2816 to schedule an appointment today.