Homeowners should maintain a functional gutter system year-round, but with the rainy winter months in Hawaii, you’ll need to take extra care. Your gutters protect your home’s roofing and foundation from costly water damage. Perform the following gutter maintenance steps to ensure the system can handle the upcoming wet weather.

3 Gutter Maintenance Preparation Tips for Hawaii’s Winter

1. Clean the Gutters

Gutters get filled with all kinds of debris like leaves, twigs, and nesting materials. When the gutters are clogged, water can’t move efficiently and may overflow onto your roof and foundation. Hire a roof gutter cleaning service to remove debris now, so you’ll be ready for the heavy rains to come.

2. Inspect the System

While having your gutters cleaned, ask your contractor to inspect them and the downspouts to make sure they’re placed correctly and that there are no holes, leaks, rust, or corrosion affecting the structures. You should have your roofing system inspected at least once a year to check for structural problems. If the professional finds any issues, they can perform the necessary roof gutter repairs.

3. Install Extensions or French Drains

If your downspouts are too short and let water pool around your home, install gutter extensions that will redirect rain further away. If you experience flooding each season, consider installing French drain trenches, which are filled with gravel and a perforated pipe, to assist with carrying water to another area. 

Make Gutter King on Oahu, HI, your first line of defense against heavy rains. Since 1996, they have provided residential and commercial customers throughout the islands with high-quality gutter systems, installation, and gutter maintenance, earning them an A+ rating from the Better Business Bureau®. To schedule an appointment, call (808) 621-5115, or check them out online for more information about their services.