Gutter cleaning and maintenance is an easily overlooked aspect of home repair. Unless you happen to be up on your roof, gutters are visible from the exterior and from below only, where their appearance changes little, and therefore months–even years–can go by without seeing the compromise that weather, natural deterioration and time can cause.
From installation through regular maintenance and cleaning, all the way to replacement, it's important to be vigilant about keeping this part of your home's structure in perfect working order.
Gutters and drains require minimal, but strict attention in order to fully serve their intended purpose and not lead to additional damage to your home. Gutter problems can even lead to an unhealthy environment inside your home. This is one area of home maintenance that shouldn't be overlooked.