Why Are Gutters Important?

Why Are Gutters Important?

By Chatt Town Guttering in Chattanooga, TN.

Understanding why gutters are important can ultimately save homeowners thousands of dollars. This is because gutters prevent costly damages to one’s home. While gutters may not represent the most glamorous topic, they are, nevertheless, a very important aspect of homeownership.

The primary purpose of gutters is to move water away from the base of the house. Rainwater can cause various degrees of damage, and even those that are severe. A lack of gutters or improperly installed gutters can cause leaks in basements. Rainwater can also penetrate the slab or foundation to create extremely costly repairs. The average foundation repair starts at ten thousand dollars. Rainwater also erodes the soil around houses, causing destruction to landscaping. Without gutters, rainwater can also wreak destruction on a home’s surface. For instance, when rainwater pummels the ground, dirt splashes back onto the home itself, contributing to a dirty, unkempt look.

The problems do not only stay outside, either. Without the protection gutters provide, rainwater could fall in the tiny cracks and crevices of the windows. The water can also work its way into the walls where mold and mildew could start to grow. The water damage may even be visible inside of the home, creating unsightly brown water stains on the walls. If the exterior is painted, extensive water damage may cause the paint to peel and the siding could harbor mold. All of these damages will require a more costly repair than the proper installation of gutters. It is just as important to protect the outside of the house as it is to protect the inside.

For more information about how gutters can benefit your home, please call Chatt Town Guttering at (423) 877-7147, or find them online at www.chatttownguttering.com.