Fall Is Approaching. Are Your Gutters Ready?
Cooler nights are upon us, which means that fall will be here before we know it. By the end of September, cooler nights and cooler days will begin to turn the leaves to their brilliant golds, oranges, and reds that we all adore. But, as most Minnesota homeowners know, this signals the falling of millions of leaves onto our roofs, our yards, and our gutters! Those who have gutters without leaf guards know all too well that many hours of cleaning leaves Read Full Post
Have you noticed that your home has problems with water flow? You may notice that water pools on the roof or seems to pool in a certain area in your yard. This is a sure sign that your gutter system is not working correctly. Other indications of gutter problems include small cracks in your gutters, peeling paint, rust, mildew or moisture near your home’s foundation, gutters sagging or pulling away from the home, and breaks in the seams may mean 
With all of the beauty and warmth of spring comes chances for storms, wind and rain. Spring showers are what helps the grass, plants, flowers and trees grow and flourish. But, if your gutter system is not working properly, these spring showers can also cause some serious headaches. Water that is not pushed down your gutter system, out and away from your foundation can pool in places that can actually cause damage to the exterior of your home, your roof, or your foundation. If your gutters are clogged, cracked or just simply can no longer do their job, it may be time to consider a new gutter system 
“An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure” is a classic phrase that rings true in many aspects of our lives. Home maintenance is one of these areas. Clogged or damaged gutters can lead to hundreds or even thousands of dollars in repair costs if left unchecked! Basement flooding, roof leaks, interior damage, and mold formation can all occur if water doesn’t properly flow off your roof, into your gutters, down the downspouts, and away from your home. 
You probably haven’t spent a lot of time thinking about gutters. They’re just one of those features on homes that are seen so often, you never consider them. But there are many different types of rain gutters. The material and the design make a big difference when it comes to choosing the right rain gutters for your home.