Have you ever personally experienced gutter problems? What about a friend, neighbor, or family member? Whether you’ve experienced it firsthand or witnessed it through someone else’s perspective, gutter problems can be a nightmare to deal with. From clogged gutters, gutter leaks, sagging gutters, and even dwelling pests, there’s a lot of room for error with traditional gutter systems.
Keep reading as we discuss all these common gutter problems, why they happen, and a better, permanent solution to your gutter issues.
Common Gutter Problems
Though extremely frustrating, gutter problems are common with traditional gutter systems. Whether you have half-round gutters, K-style, or a gutter system with some sort of gutter guard attached, you’ve probably experienced any/all of the following:
Clogs
Clogged gutters are one of the most common gutter problems homeowners face, especially in Kansas City. We experience seasonal changes that force deciduous trees to shed their leaves and pine trees to shed their pine needles, some year-round. We also have a rainy season that can bring torrential downpours and severe weather like ice storms, heavy snow, and hail. Our gutter systems go through a lot, and our weather here in Kansas City can wreak havoc on a gutter system. Therefore, clogged gutters are a common gutter problem.
Clogged gutters can happen with nearly every gutter system, more so with half-round gutters and half-round gutters with gutter guards like screens/filters, micro mesh, and foam. These gutter guards can act as a shelf, allowing debris to collect on top or even get lodged inside the gutter guard, impeding water flow.
Leaks
Unless you have a seamless gutter system, it’s prone to leaks. Sectional gutter systems can help with drainage issues if the seams don’t loosen. Why? Unlike seamless gutters, sectional gutters are installed in sections with a bunch of bolts, screws, and hangers that can loosen with time and from severe weather. Strong wind gusts, summer storms, heavy snow/ice, and hail can put excess pressure on the sections, causing them to loosen and develop a gap between sections where water will leak from.
Sagging
Another eye sore, sagging gutters are common with half-round and traditional gutter systems. When the inside of a gutter system is exposed, it’s prone to clogs and collecting debris that will sit inside the gutter until the homeowner cleans the gutters. Unfortunately, the debris/heavy snow/ice can get very heavy, weighing down the gutters and causing them to sag. Sagging gutters can result in them tearing away from the home causing significant damage to your soffit, fascia, and siding.
Dwelling Pests
Another common gutter problem is pets dwelling inside your gutter system! Believe it or not, dirty gutters and gutters with standing water are prime real estate for some pests. Squirrels, chipmunks, birds, insects, and even snakes have been known to call a gutter system home. A dirty gutter system has everything pests need to survive and nest: leaves, twigs, a water source, insects to feed on, and it’s aboveground.
Rust/Corrosion
Most gutter systems are also prone to rusting/corroding, depending on the gutter material. Some are made from low-quality aluminum, galvanized steel, or copper, poorly maintained, or need a sealant to protect them from rust/corrosion. Our high humidity and precipitation can speed up the rust/corrosion process, and gutter systems risk leaks if they start to rust/corrode.
How K-Guard Gutters Offers Solutions Where Others Fail
The only permanent gutter solution to the common gutter problems listed above is to install the K-Guard Leaf Free Gutter System from K-Guard Heartland. Our gutter product is the most durable and effective system available, surpassing every competitor with its durability, effectiveness, and warranties.
Made from heavy-duty aluminum that will never rust or corrode, K-Guard can withstand any weather condition, never tearing away or sagging like most other gutter systems are prone to. It also has oversized downspouts and gutters that allow more water to flow through the system rapidly—22 inches of rain per hour—to keep up with our rainy season, snowmelt, and torrential downpours.
K-Guard differs from traditional gutter systems and other gutter guards because it’s a complete system with a curved hood that keeps all debris like sticks, pine needles, leaves, and pests from entering the gutters. K-Guard only allows water to enter the gutters, forcing debris to slide off the curved hood. No debris means your gutters will never clog, guaranteed by our Lifetime No Clog Warranty!
Install K-Guard, the Premier Gutter Guard System
Contact K-Guard Heartland to install the K-Guard Leaf Free Gutter System. Why choose K-Guard? Our gutter guards save you money and give you peace of mind, protecting your home from water damage and drainage issues.
Our gutter guard installation is quick and easy with three simple steps to get your new K-Guard Gutters installed:
- Free Estimate
- Selecting and customizing your K-Guard Gutter Guards
- K-Guard System Installation
Contact K-Guard Heartland today for a free estimate that includes a detailed analysis of your current gutter system and estimated costs for installing K-Guard Gutters on your home. We look forward to helping you avoid a DIY disaster and equip your home with the most durable, effective, and attractive gutter guard system!
