Given the high temperatures, you wouldn’t expect gutter issues during the sweltering summer. Unfortunately, that supposition is wholly incorrect. The summertime poses a unique mix of risks to your property and gutters, just like every other season.
Pest Infestation
If damp waste builds up in your gutter system, it may turn into a home for birds, mosquitoes, and other insects. Once they arrive, the birds and animals that consume insects do the same. That suggests that animals like lizards, rodents, snakes, and frogs might be drawn to your filthy gutters. Nobody desires to have those repulsive animals close to their residences.
Mold Development
Over time, your gutters may collect debris, which could eventually start to deteriorate. In this environment, mold can flourish. Unfortunately, if this mold’s growth is unregulated, it may infiltrate the interior of your house or even ascend to your roof (see below). This could affect the health of your entire family.
Dried Leaves
Your gutters become filled with pine needles and dried, dead leaves from the hot, dry summers. Even though these crumbling pieces of leaves might not seem particularly dangerous, increasing temperatures could spark a fire in your gutters.
Gutter Damage
After the big spring rainfall, it’s possible that your gutters were damaged without your knowledge. This harm or a general impediment could cause your gutters to leak. Ineffective gutters may cause harm to your roof and foundation.
How to Fix These Common Gutter Issues
What is the solution to these common summertime gutter issues? We advise the following.
Have Your Gutters Correctly Cleaned
The only preventive measure you may need to take to solve the issues brought on by collection in your gutters is to have your gutter system cleaned by a professional. Without the trash, mold won’t have a place to grow and there won’t be dry leaves to start a fire. Pests won’t be attracted to your system. A thorough cleaning might be quite beneficial.
Get the Gutters Checked
Using a regular gutter cleaning service will allow you to have your gutters inspected for damage while they are being cleaned. In this way, you won’t need to worry about your home’s security.
Your gutter system will stay in good shape for the impending fall weather if you make careful to avoid or fix these summer gutter troubles. After all, falling leaves can also do serious damage to your gutters.
