Maintaining the gutters on your home is not on most homeowners’ list of fun activities. However, keeping your gutters clear and debris-free is very important to keep your roof in good shape and prevent potentially costly repairs from water damage. GutterRx is an excellent addition to your gutters to help maintain a clear path for water to drain away from your home. Here are several reasons you should always keep your gutters clear and open.
Why to keep Your Gutters Clear
Overflow
Leaves and debris blocking water from flowing freely through the gutter system cause overflow. This overflow leads to landscape damage and water reaching your home’s foundation. If it clogs over your entryway, pouring water will make it difficult to get in and out of your home during storms.
Water Damage
Water leak-related repairs can be costly and occur quickly once a leak has begun. You don’t want to realize you have a problem with leaks during a storm when you can’t easily or immediately make repairs. The best scenario is to prepare before a significant rain or snowstorm arrives.
Infestation
A clogged gutter leads to standing water, attracting mosquitoes. GutterRX prevents insects from entering the gutters, and the absence of standing water stops insects from using your gutters as their breeding grounds.
Ice Dams
Water that pools in a gutter freezes and builds up on the edge of your roof. During cold months, this will freeze and form an ice dam. The ice melts when the sun shines on it or temperatures rise above freezing. The resulting water stays behind the ice dam until the entire formation melts and drains away. This pooling water can damage the roof shingles and eaves. Ultimately, ice dams cause roof damage and leaks.
Roof System Damage
Water can back up on the roof and eventually weaken various components of your roof system. Fasteners can loosen, causing the gutters to pull away from the roof. Also, shingles can become damaged, loosen, and eventually break off.
Interior Problems
Once there is a leak, your belongings and the interior of your home are fair game for water damage. Everything from family heirlooms to your home’s structure may be affected by this occurrence. Once it starts, it can increase quickly.
At Tittle Brothers, we are familiar with all of the problems caused by clogged gutters. Avoid these situations by taking proper care of your gutters and downspouts. Recent advances in keeping a clear, free-flowing gutter system make this task easier. GutterRx makes aluminum inserts that securely fit over your gutters. This prevents gutters from becoming clogged with debris, which causes water to pool.
Advantages of Installing GutterRX
- Heavy rain, wind, and snow are no match for GutterRx. GutterRx guards can handle over 14 inches per hour of heavy rain. In this part of the country, we can see harsh weather conditions. Poor ventilation and insulation contribute to ice dam formation, but keeping gutters clear of pooling water can significantly reduce ice from building up along the roof edges.
- Gutter maintenance is minimal with GutterRx guards. That means less climbing ladders during the year. Leaves will not be able to enter and clog your gutters.
- You have put significant effort into keeping your home looking top-notch. GutterRx guards will not change the appearance of your home. They are invisible from the ground, so there is no change to your home’s curb appeal.
Facts about GutterRx Construction
Ridge Design
The guards are constructed with ridges to allow leaves and twigs to be blown off with the slightest breeze, making it a self-cleaning system. This keeps the water draining in the gutter and away from your home.
Added Strength
The method of fastening the guards to your gutters in the front and back strengthens the entire gutter system. The all-aluminum guards are strong and made from 98% recycled material.
Various Colors and Sizes
GutterRx guards come in different colors and sizes to fit all gutters.
Manufactured in the USA
GutterRx is manufactured in Nebraska.
GutterRx: Outstanding Protection for Your Home
Installing GutterRx panels over your gutters prevents continuous gutter cleaning and costly repairs. The ideal time for GutterRx installation is before winter.
Let’s get started protecting your home today. During the next storm, you will feel secure knowing that GutterRx is on the job. Contact Tittle Brothers to discuss adding GutterRx Guards to your gutters and arrange for a free in-home estimate. We proudly serve Southeast Detroit.