Gutter Repair in Akron & Canton, OH

Gutter systems are designed with one goal in mind: to drain water away from your property while minimizing moisture buildup damage. The Brothers that just do Gutters frequently notice leaking, sagging, overflowing, or pooled rainwater around the home. If you do not address these problems, you risk causing substantial water damage to your home and its foundation. Gutter repair and/or installation, gutter cleaning, and gutter guard installation are all phases in the process of establishing a gutter system. Call us today at (330) 583-6378 for your gutter repair consultation.

Do Your Old Gutters Need Repair?

Old gutters is a relative term, but it’s a really good indication your gutters are old if they are:

• Installed with spike and ferrule
• Showing significant exterior color fade
• Have seams along the run of the gutter

Often times we arrive to a job to check on repairs and we realize the client is in need of a gutter installation instead. If your gutters are leaking at the seams it may be time to update to seamless gutters. If your gutters were installed with spike and ferrule, this means they are likely 20 years old and you could also potentially have rotting fascia.

Early detection of gutter problems can prevent costly damage. If water overflows from your gutters during rain or rust and corrosion are visible, your gutters may be failing and require repair. Also red flags are sagging or uneven gutters, which are frequently caused by detritus accumulation or confined water. Check the exterior of your home for peeling paint or water discoloration, as these may indicate water escape from the downspouts. Regular maintenance and prompt gutter repair can prolong the life of your gutters and protect your home.

Subtle Warning Signs of Failing Gutters:

• Spike & ferrules pulling away from the gutter where you can see the nail head popping out
• Lines in your landscape below the gutter
• Mold in areas below where gutters are, or should be
• Rotting deck boards, windowsills, garage doors, and regular doors below where gutters are, or should be
• Erosion in landscape or mulch beds
• Cracking or upheaval of sidewalks, patios, driveways and stairs
• Paint flaking or peeling prematurely in areas near the base of the home
• Dips or back pitch in gutters

A gutter system that is properly installed and maintained by regular gutter cleanings or maintenance or protected with gutter guards should last up to 30 years. Gutters that have not been properly maintained usually fail between 10 and 15 years.