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Health & Fitness

Why You Should Clean your Gutters & Leaders

Cleaning your gutters and leaders is one of the simplest and least expensive maintenance items you can choose to maintain the great look and health of your home. Now is the best time to have this service done.

Many homeowners never think to clean their gutters until they notice a problem. Once realized, it may be too late! Repairs and replacements of gutters, leaders, siding, fascia boards and soffits must take place now.

Here are top reasons to keep your gutters and leaders clean:

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1. Heavy rain and snow can back up under roof shingles and into the roof and eaves. Saturated wood will quickly rot and disintegrate. Water will then enter into home and cause mold.

2. Water that sits in your gutters for extended periods of time attracts insects, wildlife and mold.

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3. Water that sits in your gutter weighs hundreds of pounds and will eventually pull the gutter and fascia away from the home causing damage.

4. Leaders that are clogged with leaves and branches cause water to back up and flow over gutter and into the home.

5. Water that overflows the gutter and onto the ground below destroys the landscaping and may also penetrate the foundation and into your basement.

7. Maintain value and beauty of your home.

Many of these problems can be avoided by regular maintenance. The cost to maintain can be minor in comparison to repairing damage and or replacing damaged structure.

Have Rain Rich give you a free quote by calling us at (631)-423-2211.  You may also contact us via email at irrigationspecialist@rainrich.com.

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