Got Overflowing and Clogged Gutters?

clogged gutters

Do you have a problem with your gutters backing up or overflowing?

Gutter problems arise when you have clogged gutters.  The culprit causing the clog is usually leaves and tree debris. Instead of flowing harmlessly into your downspouts, rainwater backs up. Some will flow over the front edge of the gutter, dumping on your shrubs and bushes, and endangering your foundation. Some rainwater spills over the back of the gutter, saturating your eaves, soffit and other wooden framework. This dampness can lead to mold and mildew, which causes wood to rot and decay.

Gutter Helmet solid aluminum gutter covers prevent this buildup of water because no debris ever enters in gutters, and water always flows freely down the gutter into the downspout. The professional at Gutter Helmet of WNC  in Asheville can help.

Gutter problems arise when you have clogged gutters.  The culprit causing the clog is usually leaves and tree debris. Instead of flowing harmlessly into your downspouts, rainwater backs up. Some will flow over the front edge of the gutter, dumping on your shrubs and bushes, and endangering your foundation. Some rainwater spills over the back of the gutter, saturating your eaves, soffit and other wooden framework. This dampness can lead to mold and mildew, which causes wood to rot and decay.

Call now for a FREE estimate and SAVE 20% now. Call for details 1-828-681-5555.  Plus, as an added bonus, with the installation of our Gutter Helmet system, you receive a free gutter cleaning. It’s the last gutter cleaning you’ll ever need.  We look forward to hearing from you.

Gutter Helmet of WNC Serves the following cities: Asheville / Hendersonville / Highlands / Cashiers / Sapphire / Waynesville / Maggie Valley / Saluda / Flat Rock / Brevard / Etowah / Lake Toxaway / Sylva / Dillsboro / Bryson City / Marshall / Weaverville / Barnardsville / Burnsville / Murphy / Andrews / Candler / Canton / Clyde / Leicester / Hot Springs / Swannanoa / Black Mountain / Bat Cave / Arden / Skyland / Fletcher / Franklin

Cleaning Clogged Gutter Downspouts

Tips for Cleaning Clogged Gutter Downspouts

If you’ve managed to get through the task of cleaning out clogged gutters, then the next step is to make sure that the downspouts run freely. If they don’t, you probably have a blockage in the downspout itself. Try dislodging it by running a hose down the spout. The water pressure shouldn’t be too strong—you don’t want to blow it up. If it’s still tight, use a plumbing snake to clear it.

If there are angled joints, you may need to remove the downspout from the gutter to clear it. If you break a seal, clean the old caulk off with a wire brush and then apply silicone caulk to reseal. Reattach the clean, sealed downspout. Install downspout strainers to trap debris so you can clean it easily and prevent knots of debris from blocking them. Cleaning gutters and downspouts is something most homeowners dread doing.

If you’re one of those who’d rather leave the dirty work to someone else, call the helpful gutter experts with over 20 years experience – Gutter Helmet of WNC. They’ll get the job done right. For professional help and expert advice call 828-681-5555 or visit www.nevercleanyourgutters.com.

Gutter Helmet serves all of Western North Carolina including Asheville, Biltmore Forest, Arden, Fletcher, Hendersonville, Black Mountain, Asheville, Weaverville, Waynesville, Brevard, Cherokee, Canton, Highlands, Cashiers, Flat Rock, Enka and the surrounding areas.

Asheville’s Best Gutter System Installed in Just one Day!

In the Asheville, NC area, the median home value is $293,000 - a big investment that you need to protect. Few homeowners think about how gutters and downspouts affect their home. The truth is, a good guttering system, combined with the right covers/guards, can literally save you from thousands of dollars in structural damage.

Rain gutters are a simple way to channel rainwater off of your roof and away from your home. They protect your home from damage because they keep water from constantly running down the sides of the house, or going on the fascia boards and rafters. Homes without gutters are susceptible to:

·         Damage to current landscaping

·         Foundation damage

·         Wood rot

·         Black mold

·         Damage to walkway

·         Damage to the driveway

·         Shingle and roof damage

·         Erosion of masonry

·         Damage to paint

Without gutters, a home’s structure and foundation are compromised. Homes with poorly designed downspouts or homes without any will have rainwater collect and pool underneath the roof. This eventually weakens the foundation, causing thousands of dollars worth of damage. Replacing damaged roofs, siding and other areas of your home can be very expensive to say the least.

It’s simple and inexpensive to have gutters installed, when compared to the cost of repairing the above mentioned damage. Today, gutters and downspouts come in many different colors and designs. Seamless gutters and Gutter Helmets, have made installing and maintaining guttering systems much easier than ever before.

The trained, gutter professionals at Gutter Helmet, have been helping homeowners in Western North Carolina for 17 years. Call Gutter Helmet of WNC in Asheville, NC today 828-681-5555 for a free gutter inspection and start protecting your home from costly damage. We install seamless aluminum gutters, copper gutters in custom colors, sized to fit your home. Give us a call today or visit us at www.NeverCleanYourGutters.com.

Gutter Helmet of Asheville/WNC - 5% Senior Discount

Cleaning your gutters can be hard work. Especially if you’re a senior citizen who lives in the mountains and woodlands of WNC, Asheville, Hendersonville, Highlands, Cashiers and the surrounding area. Gutter Helmet can help by preventing leaves and debris from getting in and clogging gutters.

Climbing on ladders to clean gutters can be a dangerous and daunting task for anyone. The professionals at Gutter Helmet of WNC will clean your gutters for free with every Gutter Helmet gutter guard installation. Gutter Helmet covers your rain gutters and downspouts and prevents clogging forever, guaranteed.

Best of all, Gutter Helmet of WNC offers a 5% Senior Discount. So call today for a FREE, home evaluation of your gutter system and no obligation estimate. Call the friendly folks at Gutter Helmet of WNC today never clean your gutters again! Lifetime Guarantee. Call 828-681-5555.

5 Tips for Keeping Gutters Free and Clear - from Gutter Helmet of WNC

5 Tips to Keep Gutters and Downspouts Clog Free and Prevent Water Damage:

• Keep roof, valleys, gutters and downspouts free from buildup of leaves, twigs and other litter preventing proper drainage so water won’t back up and cause damage to siding and roofline
• Keep trees trimmed and away from the roof to prevent gutters from clogging with leaves and debris
• Clean debris from your gutters and inspect them regularly to prevent problems
• Consider purchasing gutter guards or covers if your gutters frequently fill with debris and cleaning is a hassle
• Make sure that downspouts extend several feet away from the house to carry water away from the foundation

For a free estimate on gutter cleaning, repair or Gutter Helmet guards to cover your gutters and keep leaves out forever give us a call.  Gutter Helmet of WNC has been serving the Asheville and WNC area for 17 years providing excellent service. We’re here to help. Call today at 828-681-5555.

Are Clogged, Overflowing Rain Gutters Damaging Your Home?

Having clean, working rain gutters is essential in rainy weather like we are having in the Asheville and WNC area lately. Too many home owners fail to clean clogged gutters, repair or replace old, leaky gutters and that’s where the problems begin. Leaking gutters, poor drainage, and clogged gutters and downspouts can lead to significant and costly water damage inside and outside your home and cause mold and mildew which can affect the health of your family. Is your home safe from water damage due to excessive rains?

Watch for these warning signs that signal there is water damage to your home:

• Missing, curling, cupping, broken or cracked shingles
• Damage or deterioration around the flashing at chimneys, vents and other junctions
• Damage or deterioration in valley areas of the roof
• Build up of mold and mildew on the interior or exterior of your home
• Water stains on your ceiling. If possible, check your attic around flues, plumbing vents, and chimneys

For an inspection of your guttering system, call the Asheville Gutter Experts at Gutter Helmet of WNC. They provide the best gutter repair, gutter maintenance, new gutter installation, gutter guard covers and Gutter Helmet protection to keep water from damaging your home’s roof and siding. Call today for a free, in home estimate at 828-681-5555.

Gutter Helmet of WNC services Asheville, Hendersonville, Flat Rock, Waynesville, Highlands, Cashiers, Candler, Black Mountain and the surrounding areas.

A “How to Guide” for Cleaning Gutters in Asheville, NC

Most homes in the Asheville, Hendersonville, Flat Rock and WNC area, need to have their gutters and downspouts cleaned regularly due to the surrounding woodlands. When you look around, you may see homes with small trees and ferns growing in gutters because the homeowner hasn’t maintained the gutters. Over time, organic muck builds up. This is an invitation to trouble. You risk damage to roofs, fascia and siding, and over exposure to mosquitoes that cause disease and mold and mildew, that can aggravate allergies and sinuses. When gutters get stuffed up, water can overflow, causing exterior damage and interior mold and mildew. Gutter guards, covers or helmets can protect gutters in Western North Carolina from clogging and overflowing.

If you happen to live in a 1 story house, you may be able to clean your own gutters. A ladder, preferably an articulating type can be set up so it doesn’t rest directly on the gutters. If you don’t have one, it’s not a show stopper, just be forewarned that stuffed, overflowing gutters can cause damage. Gutter cleaning isn’t for everyone. If you need help, call the friendly people at Gutter Helmet of Asheville, NC at 828.681.5555 they’ll take care of it for you.

To tackle this job yourself, you’ll need gloves, a bucket or plastic bags, and a hose. Gutters are fraught with sharp edges and are no place for unprotected hands.

Secure and hook the hose to the gutter so it slides along the gutter as you go. Keep in mind that gutters are not designed to take any appreciable weight, so don’t let your bucket get too full and don’t lean on gutters either.

Use your hands or a scoop to clean out the muck and leaves and dump into your bucket. When full, toss the muck in the compost. Once the gutter is clean, use the hose to remove remaining debris. Look for leaks or holes that need repair. A gutter professional can spot leaks and needed repairs easily. For a free gutter inspection, or a gutter cover/guard estimate, contact your Gutter Helmet in Asheville, NC at 828-681-5555.

The Right Gutter System Can Save You Thousands

In the Asheville, NC area, the median home value is $293,000 - a big investment that you need to protect. Few homeowners think about how gutters and downspouts affect their home. The truth is, a good guttering system, combined with the right covers/guards, can literally save you from thousands of dollars in structural damage.

fascia and roof damage due to clogged gutters

Rain gutters are a simple way to channel rainwater off of your roof and away from your home. They protect your home from damage because they keep water from constantly running down the sides of the house, or going on the fascia boards and rafters. Homes without gutters are susceptible to:

·         Damage to current landscaping

·         Foundation damage

·         Wood rot

·         Black mold

·         Damage to walkway

·         Damage to the driveway

·         Shingle and roof damage

·         Erosion of masonry

·         Damage to paint

·         Basement leaks

Without gutters, a home’s structure and foundation are compromised. Homes with poorly designed downspouts or homes without any will have rainwater collect and pool underneath the roof. This eventually weakens the foundation, causing thousands of dollars worth of damage. Replacing damaged roofs, siding and other areas of your home can be very expensive to say the least.

It’s simple and inexpensive to have gutters installed, when compared to the cost of repairing the above mentioned damage. Today, gutters and downspouts come in many different colors and designs. Seamless gutters and gutter helmets, have made installing and maintaining guttering systems much easier than ever before.

The trained, gutter professionals at Gutter Helmet, have been helping homeowners in Western North Carolina for 17 years. Call Gutter Helmet of WNC in Asheville, NC today 828-681-5555 for a free gutter inspection and start protecting your home from costly damage.