Gutters play the important role of diverting runoff water away from your home. When they’re damaged, this process becomes compromised, which can result in serious damage to your property. From your vinyl siding to the soil in your yard, here are a few aspects of your home that can be impacted by a failing gutter system.

What Problems Start With Clogged or Damaged Gutters?

1. Roof Damage

With no place to go because of a faulty gutter system, water may back up on your home’s roof and fascia. This can compromise the entire structure, leading to issues like peeling shingles and wood rot. Mold can also develop and, eventually, the entire roof may need to be replaced.

2. Sodden Vinyl Siding

Alternatively, leaking gutters could allow water to run down the sides of your house. Even vinyl siding, which typically holds up well against the elements, can get saturated and stained with direct soaking, potentially becoming a breeding ground for mold.

3. Cracked Foundation

If a specific area around your home routinely becomes flooded because the gutters aren’t working as they should, it can cause the soil in that spot to shift. The foundation that sits above it may, therefore, experience uneven tension, which could compromise its structural integrity.

4. Leaks

Damage to the roof, vinyl siding, and foundation can have an unfortunate domino effect; these conditions can also allow water to enter the home. From leaky attics to sodden basements, water damage to your home’s exterior will often make its way indoors. Even the most minor instances of water damage can result in rot and mold.

5. Property Damage

Gutters and downspouts direct water away from your property, towards storm drains. When gutters are clogged or leaking, however, water accumulates on your property’s soil, driveway, and other exterior structures. This can cause erosion and cracked driveways—unsightly damage that may be costly to fix. 

If you’ve experienced damage to your vinyl siding or roofing, Pinnacle Roofing & Siding in Lincoln, NE, will help. This team of professional contractors provides cost-effective replacement and installation services with superior craftsmanship and dependable warranties. See their gallery of completed projects online or call (402) 560-0232 to discuss your project with one of their team members.