How to Know When Gutter Repair Is Needed?
When it comes to gutter repair, knowing the signs to look for and how to perform repairs is paramount to ensuring your home remains water-tight, which is why Scherwitzky Gutter Cleaning has provided a few tips you may find invaluable.
The most common issue you will deal with in regards to gutters is clogging, this is easily remedied by removing the clog manually, and then pushing your garden hose down the gutter to remove any residual dirt and debris down the downspout.
After clogs, the next common gutter issue you will frequently encounter is a loose gutter. This is usually due to either nails or gutter hangers that have worked themselves loose over time. If gutter nails are in place, consider replacing them with gutter hangers. There are at least three types of hangers you can use, depending on what your preference is and the type of gutter you have. In some cases, the problem could be your roof fascia has deteriorated, which means this is more of a roof repair issue and not a gutter repair.
A third common repair is fixing leaky joints and downspouts. Patching these or replacing a section will usually resolve the problem. For patching, the area will need to be cleaned and sanded, the hole can be closed using some fiberglass mesh and some roofing cement to keep it anchored in place. Replacing damaged sections is a matter of cutting a length of pipe and fitting it into the assembly.
Another, but not as common, problem is that a downspout can become disconnected. This is usually due to damaged or poor connections. The best thing to do when dealing with an issue such as this is if possible, refit the connections and refasten them with either nails or rivets. As with most gutter repair jobs, remember to wear a sturdy pair of gloves to reduce the risk of injury.
In summary, if you would like information on our services, and you live in or around the Vernon, CT region, please feel free to call us at (860) 430-4709 anytime.