Check Your Gutters

Check all the spikes that are supposed to go through the gutter through the fascia board and into the rafter behind it.

Check your gutters.

All of the drains should be set up to direct rainfall away from your home s foundation which is crucial for avoiding flooding so make sure they re discharging water properly. The best way to avoid these problems is to check your gutters frequently. At most homes these spikes miss the rafters entirely usually because the spike has just worked its way out of the hole over the years. If you are noticing animals or pests scurrying around your gutters this can be a big sign your gutters are clogged.

Check the guttering has a slight run fall or slope towards the outlet. Technically a perfectly level guttering system will work as the lowest point is the outlet. If you find holes in any gutters caulk can be temporary fix until your gutters can be replaced schedule this soon. Here are some signs you could have clogged rain gutters.

You spot birds or pests by your roof. These rivets help water flow properly to and through the down spout. Birds find gutters to be a convenient place to make a nest. You will want to closely examine the spikes or hangars that hold the gutters to your roof as those can become loose and may need to be resecured or.

Check your downspout drains. Finally walk around your home and check all of your downspout drains to ensure nothing is lodged in them. But in practice you ll find a slight fall is better because it can cope with a larger water flow. Check the space between the gutter and the wall especially if you have noticed water running down the side of the wall during storms or if there are any visible stains on the side of your house.

Check for holes or missing pieces.