Lucretius, who lived in the 1st century B.C., said, "The fall of dropping water wears away the stone." What does that have to do with rain gutters?
As a Maple Plain homeowner, you are used to caring for your home and property. However, have you ever thought about your rain gutters? Unfortunately, many homeowners never think about them. Besides, do you even need rain gutters for your home?
Do All Homes Need Rain Gutters?
If your home rests on a natural hill or slope that controls the flow of rain naturally, then you may not need to invest in gutters. Likewise, if your home has a solid, concrete perimeter, you may not need gutters either.
However, if your home sits on flat land, do some research during the next rainy day. Walk around the outside of your house and see how the water flows off your roof. If water collects around the foundation, runs down the façade, or creates puddles on your lawn, the chances are that you may need a rain gutter system to guide the flow of water away from your home.
Why Buy Rain Gutters?
Investing in high-quality gutters is an important part of the care and maintenance of your Maple Plain home. Rain gutters are like a water management system. They reroute rainwater or melting snow and ice to keep it from drenching windowsills and exterior walls. They also prevent water damage to trim and fascia boards which make homes vulnerable to repairs.
How Do Gutters Manage Drainage?
Minnesotans are accustomed to rain and snow. According to usclimatedata.com, the average amount of precipitation in 2020 for Maple Plain was 30.55 inches. High-quality rain gutters easily manage this amount of precipitation and more.
A sturdy rain gutter system will control drainage around the entire perimeter by capturing and directing water flow into the downspouts, guiding it safely away from your home.
How Do Rain Gutters Protect Foundations?
When water is allowed to constantly fall off your roof and collect around your home's foundation, it seeps down through the soil. As a result, the ground becomes repeatedly saturated. Since there is no other place for the water to go, it can eventually seep through the foundation walls and cause flooding in your basement.
How Do Gutters Protect Landscapes?
The soil in your yard needs to be protected too. As water pours freely off your roof, it will run off and create trails in your beautifully landscaped lawn. Over time, water will move to low-lying areas and form pools. These pools can drown your vibrant lawn and flowerbeds every time it rains.
Are Superior Gutters Worth the Expense?
You may wonder if buying high-quality custom gutters is worth the expense. Like any home maintenance, you get what you pay for. While there are inexpensive gutter styles, they will tend to rust, develop leaks, and have a shorter lifespan.
We have 20 years of experience building custom, high-quality seamless rain gutter systems for homeowners in Maple Plain and the surrounding areas. We know that superior rain gutter systems last longer and give you peace of mind, knowing your home is protected.
If you'd like to learn more or get a free, professional estimate by gutter experts, call us at 612-834-0664. We take great pride in the quality of work and would be happy to answer any questions about gutter options for your home.