Clogged gutters, downspouts or drain lines are the most likely culprit of poorly functioning gutters systems. Inspecting and cleaning these components is always the best place to start. Once they are cleared they should be done Spring, Summer and Fall. This will insure the system will perform at it’s best and it’s the most economical way to go.

What are underground drains: They are a network of pipes that take the water from the bottom of the downspouts out into the street or an underground drainage system. If you don’t have gutter guards the debris in the gutters washes through the downspouts and into the drain pipes. This debris can accumulate in the pipes slowing down or stopping the flow of water. The result is overflowing at the base of the downspout and or the top of the downspout. Other problems that can occur are root infiltration or crushed pipe. A drain inspection allows us to recommend cleaning , repair or replacement.

Gutters and Downspouts: So often we hear that the gutters were cleaned but they still overflow. We find that just cleaning the gutters is not always the answer to the problem. Frequently debris have washed down into the downspouts and get caught on the S shaped elbows in which case need to be taken apart and cleared. Sometimes we find a build up in the downspouts from years of neglect and the downspouts freeze in the winter and split in the back. When clogged the weight of the gutters can be substantial and cause gutters to become loose and even fall off causing replacement costing thousands of dollars. Nine times out of ten a through cleaning of the gutters and downspouts alone does the trick. If not then the drains need inspected.

Clogged gutters, downspouts and drain lines can cause fascia and soffit damage, landscape and foundation damage, mold, warping, rot leading to extensive replacement bills.

It makes good sense to stay on top of cleaning them. Go to the online estimate form let us know what’s going on and we will email you an estimate.

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