Most people only think about tree debris like leaves, needles, and small twigs clogging up their gutters. However, naturally falling plant matter is just one of the problems when it comes to clogged or blocked gutters. Small animals and insects can also turn your gutters into their new home, causing just as much damage as a normal clog, and sometimes even more.
As your gutters collect the sticks, leaves and other refuse that naturally fall on your roof, they well eventually get the attention of a wide range of different life forms. Usually the insects will arrive first, as the standing water makes a great place for them to lay their eggs and multiply. Some of the insects can potentially cause damage to your house, especially termites. Other pose a health risk to those that live in the house, and anywhere near by. Mosquitoes are the most dangerous of them all. Not only do they leave itchy bite marks, but they can carry with them some awful diseases, too.
With the insects will come small birds, who are looking for an easy meal, and maybe a drink to go along with it. A clogged gutter filled with bugs is like an all-a-bird-can-eat buffet. During certain times of the year, those birds may decide to make use of the debris that already in the gutters and turn it into a nest, further blocking proper water flow.
Along with the leaves and sticks are likely to be seeds, which will get the attention of squirrels, chipmunks, and other small seed eating animals. They like to nest, too, and won’t think twice about making your gutters their new home. Squirrels in particular are known to chew and burrow through wood, digging through the roof and into the attic. There, they can stay warm and safe from predators, but at the cost of putting a hole in the side of your home.
Having proper gutter protection can prevent every one of these issues. Gutterglove can keep even the tiniest of debris out of your gutters, so not only will water flow freely, but bugs, birds, and rodents won’t be able to get comfortable, either. If you’re currently experiencing any of these problems, or would like to make sure that you won’t in the future, contact us today and we’ll provide you with a free estimate for Gutterglove gutter protection system for your home.
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