Summertime means we are in the height of thunderstorm season.  Are your gutters ready?  If not, you may want to consider a gutter protection system for more effective drainage and to better protect your home.

The obvious reason for gutter protection is to keep leaves and debris out.  If you have ever cleaned a gutter, you know that it would be great if all that debris never got into the gutters in the first place.  Clogged gutters cause all sorts of other problems besides a mess to clean out.  Gutter protection systems let the rain in and keep the debris out.  This makes for more effective drainage, and alleviates a big mess in your gutters.

Have you ever had critters living in your gutters?  Birds and squirrels love to nest in gutters and cause problems.  Sure, the first big rain hitting their nest usually makes them think twice, but that doesn’t mean they don’t leave all of that nesting debris behind.  With a gutter protection system you can keep birds and squirrels out.  This keeps your gutters clean, and keeps the animals from having an unpleasant surprise when the first big rain of the season gives them an unexpected bath.

Finally, having clean gutters due to a gutter protection system will help keep water from pooling around your house and causing expensive structural damage.  A clogged gutter will often overflow over the side and create a waterfall of sorts right next to your home.  If your basement is susceptible to flooding, this can be a major issue as the pooling water will almost certainly cause a problem.  Stagnant puddles near your home from this overflow can also cause issues with insects breeding close to your home.  Mosquitos love to breed near stagnant water.  They can also cause mold growth and other structural issues.

Protect your home, and save yourself some annoying gutter cleaning and home maintenance tasks by having a gutter protection system installed.  There are several different systems to choose from so you can find the perfect fit for your home.  Talk to an installation specialist today to find out more of the benefits of a gutter protection system!