Your gutters play an integral role in roof maintenance. Along with the downspouts, they direct rainwater and melting snow away from your home. This way, it doesn’t back up under shingles and result in leaks, mold, mildew, rot, and general wear. However, these systems occasionally deal with standing water. Here’s what you should know.

Why Is There Standing Water In My Gutters?

1. Clogs

System clogs from leaves, twigs, animal nests, broken roof shingles and granule bits, small toys, and balls can cause standing water issues. If the downspouts are clogged with debris, rainwater and melting snow get “stranded” in the system.

Depending on the amount of liquid, it may start spilling over and pooling around your home’s foundation, resulting in basement and crawlspace leaks, mold growth, and related problems. Debris accumulations in gutters also allow water to collect and either back up under shingles or pool around the foundation.

2. Incorrect Size

Successful gutter installation requires taking measurements to ensure proper sizing. Smaller systems get overwhelmed easily, resulting in standing water, shingle backups, and pooling issues.

Meanwhile, too much water in gutters with debris buildup provides an ideal environment for mold and mildew growth. The water can also freeze during winter and contribute to premature gutter rust that eventually eats holes in the metal.

3. Improper Positioning

Another main component of successful installations concerns positioning. If your system doesn’t have the correct pitch, it can tilt into or away from your home. Both issues cause overflow problems that lead to water damage and mold growth.

Gutters must feature gentle slopes that allow rainwater and melting snow to flow easily into downspouts. A leveler tool realigns the system for proper drainage. 

Take advantage of gutter installation, repair, and replacement services from Gutters Unlimited to maintain your home. Also offering gutter services, including leaf guards and rain chains, to clients throughout New Braunfels, TX, and the surrounding areas, you can count on them to get the job done right—and at an affordable rate. Call (830) 907-3511 today for a free estimate or visit our website for service details.