The gutters surrounding your roofing system are critical to its longevity. They allow rainwater to drain off of the roof, into adjoining downspouts, and away from your home to prevent issues like leaks, wood rot, and mold growth. If you think it’s time to replace this essential drainage system but are not sure, review the following telltale signs. 

How to Tell It's Time for Gutter Replacement Services

1. Sagging

When gutters start sagging or otherwise pulling away from a home, it’s usually because they are weighed down with water and assorted debris, including leaves, twigs, and animal nests. Cleaning and reattaching the drainage components typically solves minor sagging issues, especially if the system is relatively new. However, an older system with severe sagging usually requires a replacement, especially if there are multiple problem areas.

2. Visible Cracks

Small cracks are repairable with patching materials, though large cracks that wrap around most or all of the channel indicate serious damage. As with sagging issues, visible cracks allow rainwater to pool around your home’s foundation, causing problems like mildew on foundation walls, waterlogged plants, peeling exterior paint or water stains on siding, and basement or slab water damage. Whether you notice one or some of these related issues, look up to see if you can spot cracks or see water dripping where it shouldn’t. 

3. Severe Rust or Corrosion

Rust is more than unsightly—it also weakens metal. While gutters can be made of aluminum, zinc, copper, steel, or vinyl, the metal ones are subsequently prone to rust or corrosion, especially if you live in a region that sees significant rainfall for part of the year.

Debris that is allowed to build up in the drainage system also increases the corrosion risk, since it prevents water from draining efficiently. Mosquito issues can occur in conjunction with standing water problems. Serious rust eventually eats through the metal, causing water to once again collect around your home’s foundation and create a variety of issues. Quick identification and replacement services keep your home dry and damage-free. 

If it’s time to replace this drainage system, rely on A-Plus Seamless Raingutters. Based in Wahiawa, HI, this family-owned company has provided area homeowners with reliable services for over 20 years. Call (808) 623-0394 today to request an estimate, and visit the website for more information.