How To Prep Your Gutters For Winter

When the leaves start falling and the temperatures start dipping, you know it’s time to start prepping your gutters for winter. Your gutters play a vital role in protecting your home from water damage, and if they’re not in good shape, they could end up doing more harm than good.

Maintaining Your Gutters

Here are a few tips from the experts at CMAC Roofing to help you get your gutters ready for winter:

1. Inspect your gutters and downspouts.

The first step is to take a close look at your gutters and downspouts. Look for any signs of damage, such as cracks, holes, or separated seams. If you see any damage, it’s important to get it repaired as soon as possible.

2. Clean your gutters.

Once you’ve inspected your gutters, it’s time to give them a good cleaning. Remove all the leaves, twigs, and other debris that have been collected in them. If you have a lot of trees on your property, you may need to clean your gutters more than once during the fall.

3. Check for leaks.

After you’ve cleaned your gutters, run a hose through them to check for leaks. If you see any water leaking out, it’s important to get the leak repaired before winter.

4. Install gutter guards.

If you don’t already have gutter guards, now is the time to install them. Gutter guards help keep leaves and other debris out of your gutters, which can save you a lot of time and hassle in the long run.

5. Trim back trees and shrubs.

If you have any trees or shrubs that are close to your gutters, trim them back to prevent leaves and branches from falling into your gutters.

Call CMAC Roofing for Gutter Repairs & Installation

By following these tips, you can help ensure that your gutters will be ready to handle whatever winter throws your way. If you have any questions or need assistance with any of these tasks, don’t hesitate to contact the experts at CMAC Roofing. We’re always happy to help!