Rain gutters are essential yet often overlooked property fixtures. They prevent rainwater from trickling down exterior walls, getting trapped behind siding, and causing mold growth and rot to set in. Gutters also provide the following benefits.  

3 Ways Rain Gutters Will Protect Your Property

1. Avoid Foundation Problems

Gutters are designed to collect rain runoff from the roof and send it to downspouts for release away from a house. Without fixtures to catch the water, it will pour down the sides of the building and settle around the foundation.

Standing water can corrode concrete coatings and seep through the material down to the foundation, causing cracks and additional damage. Installing gutters will keep the foundation intact. 

2. Prevent Soil Erosion

Without rain gutters, the water that accumulates at the foundation can also trickle into the yard. The liquid can wash away the nutrient-rich top layer of soil, so plants won’t get the vitamins and minerals they need to survive. When you have gutters to direct water away from the turf, your landscaping and gardening efforts won’t be in vain. 

3. Keep Pests Away

Puddles that accumulate when gutters are missing can attract mosquitoes, termites, and other pests to your property. Frequent encounters with insects can make spending time outside uncomfortable for family members. The pests are likely to infiltrate your home and cause damage as well. Therefore, rain gutter installation is a good pest prevention strategy.

To install a gutter system and keep your property safe during tropical storms on the island of Oahu, contact the professionals at Amakua Raingutters in Wahiawa, HI. The company has provided aluminum and copper rain gutter sales, installation, and cleaning services for over a decade. See photos of the team’s projects online, and call (808) 258-6994 for a free estimate.