Autumn signals the transition to winter's freezing temperatures. These changes, along with foliage dropping off, can disrupt your gutter system. The following guide will help you maintain your gutters and keep them in good condition throughout the fall.

How to Maintain Your Gutters This Fall

1. Branch Trimming

Over the summer, branches can grow and stretch over your gutters, filling them with leaves and twigs. This autumn, be sure to trim those branches that are reaching over your eavestrough.

2. Thorough Cleaning

Neglecting clogged gutters can lead to ice dams during winter, causing water to seep into your home. To avoid this, you can install a gutter guard protection system.

You can also manually remove leaves, twigs, and other debris from your eavestrough and downspout.

3. Regular Inspection

When the weather is favorable, do a spot check on your gutter system to determine problematic areas. Check for sagging and warping sections and have these repaired or replaced.

Use a garden hose to spray water down the gutter and downspout to see if there are any holes or cracks from aging seams. You can fix rusty spots and small holes with silicone sealants and roofing cement, but if there are larger gaps, you’ll need to have these portions replaced. 

To avoid damages on your landscaping and basement, have your gutter system inspected and maintained by a renowned roofing company. For all your roofing needs, depend on Fairbanks Roofing in Alaska. For more than 30 years, this locally owned and operated business has been providing first-rate roof replacement and installation services to residential and commercial clients in the Greater Fairbanks and North Pole, AK, community. Their experienced team can also insulate, waterproof, and ventilate your roof, helping you keep it in the best condition. Check out their website to learn more about their services and contact them at (907) 474-9402 to get a free estimate.