A sagging gutter isn’t just a cosmetic issue. If water can flow over the edge, it could lead to a flooded basement or damage to the home’s foundation. If your system isn’t performing as well as it once did, schedule professional gutter repairs immediately. Below are a few explanations as to why your system is failing. 

3 Reasons Why Your Home Needs Gutter Repairs

1. Difficult Clogs

The most common cause of sagging is a clog. This can be due to leaves, debris, and twigs, especially if you have trees nearby. These clogs keep water from flowing into the downspouts, leading to damage. To prevent this, hire a service to perform regular cleanings. Once they are clean, install covers. They’ll keep the debris out and help prevent this problem in the future.

2. Improper Installation

Gutters will start to have issues if they were never properly installed in the first place. Sometimes workers place the hangers too far apart, which causes certain areas to take on more weight. They also may slope too much or not enough, causing them to sag over time. Either way, call a gutter repair company to check out your system.

3. Warped Material

Sometimes systems sag if their materials are warped. Aluminum, vinyl, and steel all change in response to hot and cold temperatures, expanding and contracting throughout the year. If your system is warped, call a repair service. 

Gutters Unlimited provides gutter repairs that will return your system to its original state. They’ve been serving customers in New Braunfels, TX, and the surrounding area for more than 25 years. If you need to have your system replaced, their experts will select the perfect model for your exterior design scheme. Visit them online to see a gallery of their past work or call (830) 907-3511 to schedule an estimate.