Neglecting to care for your gutter system can cause some serious damage to the roof and foundation of your home. Your gutters not only keep your basement from flooding, but also help protect the siding of your house from erosion. Gutters need to be cared for regularly so they continue to work successfully. You should be aware that steel or aluminum gutters
can last up to 20 years. And, copper gutters can make it up to 50 years if properly maintained. So, below are a few tips to help you prime your gutters to last.
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The average yearly precipitation in the state of Colorado is 1
4.5 inches. Although compared to Hawaii's 63 inches, it might not seem like a lot, it's still a decent amount of rain.
If you're a homeowner, then you know the gutters should always be ready to take on the rainy season. For those who have neglected their gutters, there are some clear signs it's time to tend to them.
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Here are some signs is time to get your gutters cleaned.
If you're a homeowner, then you know the gutters should always be ready to take on the rainy season. For those who have neglected their gutters, there are some clear signs it's time to tend to them.
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Here are some signs is time to get your gutters cleaned.
Denver April showers bring May flowers, but they can also bring damage to your house if you don’t get your gutters ready for the rainy season. Nothing can put a damper on spring and summer like dealing with a flooded basement. Here is a list of things to do to prepare your gutters for spring and summer
storms.
Having damaged gutters or the wrong type of gutters can possibly cause water damage to your home. The average cost of a water damage insurance claim for American families is nearly $7,000. And about 98% of people will experience some type of water damage in their lifetimes. That's why your home gutters are so important. They direct water off your roof and away from your home.
But some types of gutters are much better than others.
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We've put together this quick guide to help you learn the difference between seamless gutters and regular aluminum gutters and which is better for your home.
But some types of gutters are much better than others.
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We've put together this quick guide to help you learn the difference between seamless gutters and regular aluminum gutters and which is better for your home.
May 8: the hailstorm that raged over west metro Denver is the costliest ever, racking up to $1.4 billion in damages. That’s three times more expensive than the state’s most damaging wildfire. An insurance industry trade group estimates more than 150,000 auto claims will be filed, in addition to 50,000 homeowner’s insurance claims. While their estimate might be conservative, it’s likely to climb on the dollar scale.
