Gutters form an integral part of every roof structure, diverting rain and other precipitation away from the side of the building and into the drainage system, simultaneously protecting the foundations while also helping to reduce erosion and leaks to subsurface cellars and basements. It is therefore crucial that guttering is kept in good health to reduce blockage and malfunction, which may endanger its structural integrity. Due to their simple and effective open half-pipe design feeding into a vertical downpipe, gutters can easily become blocked with falling leaves or moss, causing overflow if it rains. This in turn can lead to damage to mortar and exterior brickwork, even seeping through to interior paintwork and wall furnishings. The problem escalates if windblown seeds begin to take root in the mass of … Continue reading »