How To Check For Gutter Damage After A Storm

Did you just have a huge hail storm blow through your town? What about a wind storm that had gusts so strong trees were knocked down? These storms could mean big problems for your gutters. Hail and wind can loosen and/or bend gutters and downspouts. They can also fill your gutters with debris. So how do you check for damage? We have compiled a checklist for you:

• Ensure your gutter is free of debris.
• Check to make sure there is no standing water in any section of your gutter.
  • If there is standing water, you may have an issue with the gutter’s angle that may have been pushed off balance by the storm.
• Inspect that the gutters do not have any holes, cracks, or leaks. You can do this by running water from a hose into the gutter and making sure there is no access or dripping water. This is especially important in the caulking of your gutter seams.
• Make sure that downspouts are not clogged.
• Gently wiggle all sections of the gutters to ensure they are secured properly. This will ensure that all connections are in place.
• Ensure that the downspouts are also secure.
• Visually ensure that no gutters are sagging.
• Check for pooling water around your home’s foundation.
• Check to ensure there is no damage to the exterior walls, paint, and/or siding.
• Check to make sure that there are no water stains on your walls or ceilings inside your home.

Checking for gutter damage after a storm is very important, this way you can avoid any possible leaks! Contact the experts today from Gutter Professionals, Inc. for more information about gutter installation on your home.

 

POSTED ON April 21, 2017 // 0 COMMENTS