Can gutters cause leaks?

Absolutely, yes! If your gutters aren’t properly cleaned and maintained, they can definitely cause leaks. But before you start imagining torrents of water pouring through your walls like something out of a disaster movie, let’s break it down.

Gutters are supposed to do one job: direct rainwater away from your roof and foundation. However, when they get clogged with leaves, twigs, moss, or even worse—plants—water can’t flow through them properly. What happens then? Well, the water starts to overflow, which is often the first sign of trouble. But it gets worse...

Overflowing water doesn’t just spill onto the ground—it can run down your walls, behind your fascia, and even into your home’s structure. If water is consistently trapped in your gutters, it can lead to rotting wood, rusting metal, and eventually, leaks inside your home. Over time, this damage can lead to expensive repairs.

And it’s not just the overflow—blocked gutters can also pull away from your roof or cause cracks in the guttering itself, which could lead to further leaks.

At Jake’s Gutters, we help prevent these issues by providing thorough gutter checks, clearances, and cleans. With our professional service, we ensure that your gutters are in perfect working order, directing water safely away from your home.

So, can gutters cause leaks? You bet they can. But with regular maintenance from us, we’ll keep those leaks at bay.