Why Heavy Rain Is Bad News for Your Gutters
Most homeowners assume gutters only get into trouble when they’re neglected for months. The truth? Heavy rain itself is one of the biggest threats to your gutter system. While a good downpour might look like it’s flushing everything away, in reality, it can overwhelm your gutters, cause blockages to form faster, and lead to expensive damage to your roof and foundation. Let’s break down why heavy rain is bad for gutters and what you can actually do to protect your home. Heavy Rain Overloads Gutter Systems Your gutters are designed to direct rainwater safely away from your roof and foundation. But when the skies open up and a storm unleashes gallons of water in minutes, most gutters simply can’t cope. Instead of smoothly channeling water toward the downspouts, gutters overflow under pressure. That excess water spills over the edges, soaking your walls, siding, and garden beds. Worse still, when this happens repeatedly, it erodes the soil around your home’s foundation and can even weaken ...