{"id":4039,"date":"2020-08-11T10:49:44","date_gmt":"2020-08-11T10:49:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.roofingcompanybristolltd.co.uk\/?p=4039"},"modified":"2024-04-11T10:49:44","modified_gmt":"2024-04-11T10:49:44","slug":"the-importance-of-keeping-your-guttering-clean-and-how-to-do-so","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.roofingcompanybristolltd.co.uk\/the-importance-of-keeping-your-guttering-clean-and-how-to-do-so\/","title":{"rendered":"The Importance of Keeping Your Guttering Clean & How to"},"content":{"rendered":"

It may not be the most interesting home maintenance task, but it’s, in fact, a very important one. Gutters<\/a> are designed to collect and direct rainwater away from your roof, down into the drain. Having a gutter that works as it should, will properly direct water away from your home to prevent structural damage.<\/p>\n

Having a clogged gutter can cause a multitude of issues, so it’s important to resist the urge to put off the chore. Read on to find out more about your gutter and why it is so important to keep up with the maintenance of your guttering and employ the help of a guttering specialist<\/a> in Bristol.<\/p>\n

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How Do Gutters Get Blocked?<\/h2>\n

A gutter can get blocked from a combination of fallen leaves, moss, twigs and other debris, which builds up other time. Commonly, leaves will get blown onto the roof, to then travel down into gutters. Leaves will also stick to the walls of the gutter when they are wet, to then block the flow of rainwater.<\/p>\n

Over time, these leaves will also break down into compost, which is a perfect growing place for seeds, moss and weeds. If your gutters are left unchecked, these weeds can overgrow and block the flow of your guttering.<\/p>\n

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The Impact of a Blocked Gutter<\/h2>\n

As previously mentioned, a blocked gutter can cause a multitude of issues. These include;<\/p>\n