Top Winter Gutter Maintenance & Repair Tips

There is a long list of home improvement tasks to take care of when you own a home. But, there is one thing you should never skip; and that’s gutter maintenance! There are a few things you can do for your gutters to help them work as they should this winter.

 For one, before the worst ice and snow of winter your gutters should be properly cleaned and maintained. Did you notice some blockage up there while putting up your holiday lights? Don’t hesitate to give us a call. Eastern Roofing & Siding is your area experts in gutters for Bloomington and we can ensure they’re flowing as they should. Call in Eastern Roofing & Siding and we can help with all of your gutter’s needs, even repair or replace existing gutters on your home. Here is some more information about your home’s gutters and why it is so important to provide them with the maintenance they need:

Gutters that are blocked up by leaves are unable to maintain the ideal flow of precipitation melt. Wet and soggy leaves that have gathered in your gutters throughout autumn will soon be, if they are not already; frozen. They will then become thawed on and off throughout the winter months, contributing to damaging ice, altering the shape and sometimes overall structure of the gutters themselves.

The accumulation of leaves in gutters during wintertime can also contribute to added weight of the ice mass. With enough snow and ice the mass accumulates into an ice cluster. The weight of this ice can easily topple and disconnect from your home the entire spouts and gutters network. It is all but essential as a standard means of maintenance for your gutters to keep them void of clutter.

And, if you don’t take care of your gutters, repair may not be an option with severely damaged gutters. Your spouts and gutters could come crashing down at the worst time. But if this does happen, Eastern Roofing & Siding can easily help with the installation of new pieces, if deemed beyond repair. We can even update your gutter system to avoid future leaf accumulation with features like seamless gutters and or leaf screens. To prevent corrosion and rust, coatings that inhibit such are available.

But in order to avoid replacement, it is so essential to have your gutters cleaned on a regular basis. Having leaf screens installed in your gutters is another smart choice to prevent damage.

Are you interested in getting some information on and help for your home’s gutters in Bloomington or the surrounding areas? Call Eastern Roofing & Siding at 651-238-1313, or Contact Us.

The Importance of Caring for Gutters and Downspouts

Two of the most important parts of your roofing system are the gutters and downspouts. They are what keep water from pooling on your roof and causing leaks and other damage, and it is important to keep them properly maintained and cared for. If you are experiencing problems with your gutters and downspouts at your Edina home, you should call in the roofing and siding experts at Eastern Roofing & Siding. But in the meantime, here are some things you can do on a regular basis to keep your gutters and downspouts in good shape.

Gutters and downspouts are easily clogged by leaves and other debris, especially after particularly severe weather. If it is safe and if you feel comfortable, you should make sure your gutters are clear. Wear protective gloves and make sure weather conditions are right for this kind of work. You can also hire a professional gutter cleaning company if you cannot or don’t want to do the work yourself.

Cleaning gutters and downspouts helps to prevent a variety of problems with your roofing and siding. Water will be able to drain off of your roof and away from your home’s foundation properly with working gutters and downspouts. And during the winter time when temperatures are regularly below freezing, clean gutters are less likely to form ice dams.

If your downspouts are in the right place, the water that flows out of your gutters and into those downspouts will be safely carried away from your home. And that could help keep your basement from flooding during particularly bad rain storms.

Call us if you notice anything wrong with your gutters and downspouts. For example, if you see that a gutter or downspout is detached from your home or if you notice any dents or damage to them. We can come out, assess the damage and make the necessary repairs to ensure everything is working as it should be.

With a little bit of TLC and some preventive maintenance, your gutters and downspouts should be able to do their job for many years to come! But be sure to call us for help as soon as you notice a problem with any aspect of your roofing or siding.

If you would like more details on gutters and downspouts in Edina or any of the surrounding areas, call Eastern Roofing & Siding at 651-238-1313 or you can contact us and get a Free Estimate.