Time to Clean Out the Gutters!
Now is the time to be making sure everything is ready to go for whatever weather the Winter season throws your way. In order to keep your roof at the Lake of the Ozarks in good condition, you'll need to clean out your gutters. Snowmelt needs a place to go or it can cause damage to your roof. Cleaning the gutters is a job that's easily put off, but its important to start now rather than waiting until the last leaf falls! Clogged Gutter Problems The problem goes beyond the annoying waterfalls pouring off the roof or the pretty icicles in the winter. Excess water can wreak havoc on your home and cause major damage. Gutters are designed to properly drain water from the roof down away from the home and its foundation. If the gutters are clogged, they cannot work properly. Here are just some of the many problems clogged gutters can cause: Weight - gutters filled to the brim with leaves, twigs and other debris get even heavier when water comes into play. ...