When Did You Last Check Your Gutters?

Autumn is when gutters really start earning their keep.

After months of dry weather, moss, leaves, twigs and general debris can build up without causing an obvious problem. Then the heavier rain arrives, the gutter can’t cope, and suddenly water is overflowing down walls, soaking fascias or pooling where it shouldn’t.

The frustrating part is that a lot of this is preventable.

A simple gutter clearance before autumn and winter can help keep rainwater moving where it is supposed to go. It can also highlight small issues such as loose joints, blocked outlets or damaged sections before they become bigger problems.

At Aspen, we always prefer prevention over unnecessary repair. If a gutter only needs clearing, that is what we will recommend. There is no benefit in making a straightforward job more complicated than it needs to be.

It is also worth remembering that gutters are often difficult to inspect properly from ground level. They may look fine from below while holding a surprising amount of moss and debris inside.

If your property is close to trees, has a mossy roof or you simply cannot remember the last time the gutters were checked, early autumn is a good time to do it.

A small bit of maintenance now could save a lot of inconvenience when the weather turns.

Need your gutters checked before winter? Get in touch with Aspen Exterior Cleaning & Restoration for a free quote.