After a new gutter installation, you want to do everything possible to extend the life span of your system. While their main purpose is to direct water away from the house, gutters also prevent water from ruining your landscape and foundation. When they fail, it can be expensive and inconvenient. Below are a few tips to ensure your system lasts for years to come. 

How to Maintain Your Gutters 

1. Prevent Clogs 

Rake any debris off the roof so nothing can be washed into your new gutter installation during the next rain. Unfortunately, clogged gutters can cause dams to form as well as force water under your roof shingles. Eventually, this can even lead to water damage in the attic. Pruning trees with limbs that hang near the roof will help guard your system against debris. You can also talk to a technician about installing leaf screens.

2. Clean Up Debris 

Gutters should be cleaned twice a year to prevent clogs, generally during spring and fall. During the winter months, water can create ice dams and icicles. The added strain harms the gutter system, so have a technician remove the debris.

3. Check Downspouts

Even if you haven’t noticed a problem with the downspouts, check to make sure they are working properly. A technician can shoot water down the spout to inspect the flow. It will help loosen debris not yet attached inside the downspout as well. They can also check for leaks to prevent small punctures from expanding. The more damage has occurred, the greater the chance that you’ll need a new gutter installation.

If you need help with your gutters, call Liberty Roofing and Exteriors in Cambridge, MN. For the past 30 years, they’ve provided high-quality gutter installation services to the Midwest, and they handle roofing, siding, and framing construction jobs, too. Call (763) 689-5997 to receive a free estimate, and visit their website to learn more about their services.