Keep the Bottom of Your Downspouts Free of Debris

Gutters are especially important in summer when thunderstorms bring torrential rain and heavy winds. Debris from plants, landscaping and trees can quickly blow into piles at the bottom of your downspouts. When that happens the water draining down from your gutters has no place to run off and can form pools near your home’s foundation. When you do your gardening and landscape maintenance during the summer be sure to always check the areas at the bottom of all your gutters to keep the drainage path for the water free of debris. This will keep the water running away from the house during summer heavy summer rains.