Every homeowner benefits when it comes to maintaining their property. Regular checks can be done by yourself, or you can use a professional gutter cleaning company to assist you and save you hundreds, even thousands of Pounds. Gutter problems can cause problems in the future and the repairs can be exceptionally costly.

In addition to obvious blockages and leaks caused by a blocked gutter, blockages can cause damage to the foundation and walls of the home. When the water is prevented from flowing outwards, it sits in a pool in the house foundation. During the cooler months, the water expands and freezes, which causes cracking to the foundation. When you have pooling water around the foundation, it can cause the weakening of the walls, which also results in cracking in the foundations.

Blocked gutters add weight and strain to your roofing. When this becomes too heavy for the gutters to hold, you could face a collapse of the roof, causing damage to the exterior of the home and the shingles. Constant water exposure on fascia boards leads to rotting and deterioration. You can identify this through the peeling and cracking of the paint. Debris will also build up and accelerate the corrosion process.

The water that remains in the blocked gutter will cause damage to your home, but it can also cause garden problems. When your gutters don't drain properly, the water can overflow into the garden, flooding garden areas and causing excess water in the soil.

James Mullen, the Managing Director at Mike Harris Gutter Cleaning and Repairs, said “To make matters worse, when you have blocked gutters, you can expect rodents and pests turning your gutters into their home. This includes mosquitoes that are attracted to stagnant water. The stagnant water sitting in the gutters is the ideal breeding ground for mosquitoes. Bees will also be interested in the blocked gutters to build their nests, this excludes rats and other rodents that will be attracted to your overflowing gutters.”

James Mullen went on to say “Clogged gutters are a serious risk, so you want to have them cleaned regularly, ensuring water is diverted away from the property. Many homeowners make the mistake of only cleaning their gutters during winter months when the leaves are already causing problems. We recommend cleaning gutters on a regular basis, including in the warm months, when there are a lot of leaves falling. Remember hot and dry leaves increase fire risk as well.”

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Mike Harris Gutter Cleaning and Repairs are backed by more than thirteen years of industry knowledge and experience with a proven track record for their honest and reliable services, offering high-quality gutter services to their clients. The company has a team of fully trained and qualified technicians, who are insured, maintaining a one hundred percent satisfaction rating and glowing online reviews. The company uses a wet/dry vacuum system when it comes to gutter cleaning, ensuring that all mud, leaves, dirt, and sludge are effectively removed to ensure the best efficiency. Visit https://local-gutter-cleaner-repairer.co.uk to find out more.