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Your gutters may not seem terribly important, but they play a vital role in directing water away from the foundation, windows, and doors. Cracked, clogged, broken, or decaying gutters allow water to pool around the house where it can eat away at walls and eventually work its way inside. Below are a few signs your home may be due for gutter replacement.

How to Tell If You Need New Gutters

1. Holes or Cracks

Water has a way of expanding even the smallest cracks or splits, quickly sending rain spilling down the side of your house. Cracked or split gutters allow water to drain into the fascia boards and siding, causing extensive damage that could cost thousands of dollars to repair.

2. Broken Fasteners

It’s not uncommon for the fasteners holding the gutters to the roof to wear out first. A couple of broken fasteners are easy fixes, but a whole gutter replacement may be wiser if the problem is widespread or keeps occurring.

3. Damaged Finish

gutters replacementModern gutters come with extremely tough paint designed to withstand years of exposure to water, ice, and UV rays. Peeling paint or orange flecks, which usually indicate rust, often point to small cracks or other invisible damage that could be eating away at the gutters.

4. Improper Pitch or Sagging

To effectively drain water away, gutters have to maintain a certain degree of pitch. Sections that don’t align properly or sag create space for rainwater to pool and eventually pour over the sides. Depending on the cause, a roofer may be able to adjust a single section, or they may recommend a full gutter replacement.

 

If your gutters aren’t draining the way they should, trust Ford & Son Roofing for unbeatable service and guaranteed results. They’ve been serving homeowners throughout Cincinnati and the Tri-State area since 1945, providing cost-effective solutions covered by a 20-year labor warranty. Visit their website to learn more about their wide range of roofing services, follow their Twitter for more tips and updates, or call (513) 231-1600 to schedule a gutter replacement today.

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