If you think your gutters are starting to malfunction, it’s definitely important to get them fixed. However, sometimes it can be hard to tell if you just need repairs or if you need a complete gutter replacement! That’s why our commercial and residential gutter experts want to share the top 4 ways to tell the difference between needed repairs or replacements!
- Loose gutters vs. hanging gutters
If you notice a small portion of your gutters that looks like it has come loose from the side of your home, you probably just need a repair. However, if your gutter is hanging off the side of the home, they might need replaced! Fallen gutters can become further damaged on the way down, but often we find gutters that come loose just need a minor repair. This is all dependent on the situation, and we will always make the best recommendation for your home!
- Small sections of damaged gutters vs. multiple damage points
Sometimes commercial and residential gutters get damaged by a storm or strong wind. This damage might only hurt one small area of your gutters, which means you probably just need a repair. However, if damage is caused to multiple sections of your gutters, they could need replaced. Like we said before, we will give you the best recommendation when we assess the damage!
- You have a full blown garden growing out of your gutters vs. a few leaves and twigs.
Gutters getting clogged can be a huge problem. Depending on how long they STAY clogged, it could make all the difference between needing a repair or a replacement. If you just have some leaves and debris causing a minor clog or a little damage, a replacement or even just a thorough cleaning will get the job done. However, if you see plants growing out of your gutters (yes – we have seen it!) the amount of debris might have caused severe enough damage to your gutter system to need completely replaced.
These are all entirely dependent on each situation. You might think you need your commercial and residential gutters replaced but when we come out to give you an estimate, we could find that you just need a repair! However, the opposite can also be true. Either way, we will always recommend what’s best for your gutters. Give us a call at 330-793-5646 or schedule your estimate on our website!
