M&J Seamless Gutters has been offering maintenance, installation, and repairs to gutters in Manchester, NH for years and we have found time and time again with clients who have questionable installation techniques on their gutters. Not only do these gutters often have problems with leaking, they also have misplaced downspouts. Though it might not seem like a huge deal, choosing the right area to have your downspout is an important part to keeping integrity to the structure of your home.
To begin, a downspout’s purpose is to direct water away from your home’s foundation. Many homes have splash blocks or underground drainpipes connected to their downspouts to help pivot water away from the structure. Unfortunately, if your yard is un-level, you are at the bottom of a hill, or if your downspout was improperly placed, this can lead to problems within your basement like standing water.
It isn’t out of the ordinary to have a basement that is damp or is known to have water, and many do not see the immediate problem with it. Though a nuisance, many believe it will dry out and all will be right, until it happens again and again. This standing water can lead to mildew, mold, erosion, roof damage, siding damage, damage to your gutters, foundation settlement, and rot. These problems can cost anywhere from $5,000 to $50,000 depending on the time allotted for these damages to expand.
Though fixing your downspout location might not fix all of your problems, it can lessen the burden. So, if you’ve noticed these same problems in your home, it might be time to consider replacement gutters in NH. When you work with M&J, we offer warrantees that will leave you happy that you decided to go with professionals who know a thing or two about gutter installation. With more questions about our services, call us today at (603) 566-7516.