Your gutters might not be leaking yet. However, that doesn’t mean you can put off maintaining them. Here are some good tips for taking care of your gutters during the winter. It might surprise you what can cause problems if you aren’t regularly inspecting the condition of your gutters.

At first glance, you’ll wonder how cleaning off your roof counts as gutter maintenance. But your gutters and roof are connected systems, as they both support each other. If the roof is in danger of collapsing, it will affect how effective the gutters are, and if the gutter is blocked up with ice and snow, then there is more weight on the roof that can snow rot and other problems. Try using roof rakes and shovels to clean your roof off. The rakes work better for lighter, fluffier snow while the shovels are ideal for getting rid of wetter, heavier snow. When you do this, be careful. Exercise additional caution because you don’t want to leave scratches or gouges that will ruin the integrity of your roof shingles. As always, roofing is hazardous, we recommend hiring a professional. If you do approach the work yourself, always be sure to use safety equipment such as a harness and such. Have a friend or family member on standby for fall hazards.

Keep an eye out for ice dam formations. This extra weight can damage or even destroy your roof and gutter systems. Ice dams form on the edges of roofs and prevent proper water drainage. With no runoff, roof debris and snowmelt collect with nowhere else to go. This can cause the gutters to lean away from the house and eventually fall off.

Working gutter systems are an essential component of your home. They help protect the roof and the foundation from excessive water damage. Keeping your gutters clean and well-maintained will help keep your home safe and warm all winter long.

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