When most people think about home projects, rain gutters may not be the first improvement that comes to mind. However, ensuring rainwater leaves the roof of your home is one of the most useful investments you can make. Here are some of the benefits of updating your gutters. 

3 Perks of New Rain Gutters

1. Protect Your Roofing

When gutters don’t function properly, it can spell trouble for your roof. Clogs in the gutters allow water to spill over onto your roof.

If water is allowed to pool, it can infiltrate shingles, penetrating roof substrates and potentially leaking into your home. The resulting wood rot and damaged trusses can cause serious structural issues, so replace your gutters if you notice roof damage in areas that aren’t draining well. 

2. Improve the Appearance of Your Home

Properly matched and installed rain gutters should contribute to a sleek exterior appearance. Unfortunately, if your gutters are bent, damaged, or rusted, they may be more of an eyesore than a background detail.

If your gutters have seen better days, upgrade them with copper versions, which develop a natural patina that will polish up your home’s exterior. 

3. Prevent Landscape Damage 

If gutters aren’t properly installed, they may overflow around your home, or the downspouts may send excess water into your landscaping. Over time, this can cause marshy grass or flowerbeds, especially if you have foliage planted close to your house. Too much rainwater can even erode the soil.

If you have noticed issues with the landscaping around downspouts or overflowing gutters, have them replaced to route into French drains, which are buried underground to evenly distribute water. 

If your rain gutters have seen better days, turn to the team at Amakua Raingutters. For the past 14 years, these professionals have helped Oahu residents improve the look and functionality of their homes with high-quality gutter and downspouts. Visit their website to see recent photos of their work, or give their team a call at (808) 258-6994 to schedule a free estimate.