Fall Must-Haves: 5 Benefits Of Rain Gutters
Rain is a common occurrence for New Jersey residents and often welcomed by those with gardens, lawns, or trees in need of water. However, too much rain can be detrimental to a homeowner’s property, including their house. One element that helps protect a home and the surrounding land from too much rain are rain gutters. Even though there are many benefits of rain gutters, most individuals don’t think twice about them since they come as is with most home purchases.
If you are trying to decide on a gutter upgrade and whether or not you really need one, we have put together a helpful guide.
Benefits of Rain Gutters
Rain gutters are an essential component of a home’s roofing system, guiding the water off of the roof. This is important for a variety of reasons.
- Keeps your home looking its best.
Without rain gutters, the water would run down the side of the house, leaving brown watermarks in its path. These streaks are an eyesore and make a home look unkempt. If the siding isn’t properly cleaned or inspected, the excessive flow of water can cause the exterior to rot or encourage mold growth. - Minimize soil erosion.
When any structure is built, contractors slope the surrounding ground around the building. By keeping the ground sloped, water falls away from the structure. Without gutters in place to guide rainwater, it will fall off the side of the roof onto the sloped ground, depleting the build-up over time. When this happens, water pools around the base of the house causing flooding. - Prevent damage to the foundation.
When rainwater pools at the base of the house, it can cause significant damage. It can drown flowerbeds or plants in the area, and over time, the water can cause pressure on the home’s foundation, creating cracks and allowing water to leak into the basement. Depending on the amount of water that seeps into the basement, damage can be significant and costly to repair. - Collect rainwater for other uses.
Many avid gardeners look for alternative ways to water their lawns, flowers, or garden. One way is by collecting rainwater in buckets or barrels to use. Rain gutters can be used to funnel the water into collection containers to make reuse easy for these individuals. - Keep the property in livable condition.
Excessive damage from rain can eventually take its toll on a property, making uninhabitable while updates and repairs are made. Having properly installed gutters in place prevents ongoing wear and tear from water damage so you can continue to reside in the house.
There are several rain gutter types, including seamless aluminum gutters and gutterless options. Finding the best rain gutters for your house depends on your preferences and expectations.
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