Believe it or not, there are plenty of homeowners who choose not to have gutters, either because they were told they have enough sloping on their roof, property, and in their landscaping to make gutters obsolete, or they didn’t notice when they bought the house and never got around to calling a local roofer to have them installed.

As they say, to each his or her own. But if you live in North Texas or anywhere in the country that experiences periods of heavy rain, you’d be wise to have a reliable gutter system on your home.

Dangers of not having gutters

• Damage to your roof – Your roof, and the shingles that protect it from the elements, can only do so much in a nasty rainstorm. Without gutters, water can undermine the structural integrity of the roof, causing everything from leaks and flood damage inside the home to rotting wood, decay, and mold.

• Unstable foundation – This is perhaps the biggest reason why a homeowner or commercial property owner would want to invest in gutters. Without gutters, water has the ability to pool around your home or business rather than be safely directed away from the property. This leads to weakening of concrete, bricks, and the foundation as a whole.

• Destroyed landscaping and erosion – Imagine putting in all that time creating eye-popping landscaping around your home to have it all washed away in an instant. Garden erosion creates a muddy mess that is difficult to fix. Installing gutters and downspouts protects the soil around your home.

• Damaged exteriors – The siding on your home is meant to last years, but it will quickly chip or peel if rainwater is allowed to flow freely without help from a gutter system. Similar damage can be caused to windows, doors, and more.

• Mosquitos and other pests – No one thinks about these pests when it comes to gutters. But without gutters, standing water around your home becomes a breeding ground for mosquitos and other pests. We already have enough of those during the summer, and a gutter-less home will only make the problem worse.

When in doubt, call ANNSTAR Roofing

When you meet with an ANNSTAR roofing professional, you will quickly learn that protecting your home or commercial business goes way beyond having a quality roof over your head. Roofing systems involve the roof itself working in conjunction with several other critical components – including gutters and downspouts.

If you want to make sure your home or business is ready for the next storm, call ANNSTAR Roofing & Construction for a free inspection. We will look at your roof and anything else that could have been damaged. Only one roofer in North Texas offers a one-stop shop for all your residential and commercial roofing and construction needs.

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That means an increased threat for tornadoes, damaging winds, flooding, and yes – hail.

While it may seem like your home or commercial business is a sitting duck for issues like roof leaks, busted gutters, damaged siding, and downed fences, there are some preventative measures you can take to not only assess the health of your roof but possibly avoid more costly repairs down the line.

Here are 5 storm prep tips to implement right now. And when in doubt, call an ANNSTAR Roofing professional.

Lock and secure all doors and windows

Where possible, cover your windows and make sure every single one of them – including your front and back doors – is locked and secured when a significant storm is on its way. Not doing so will allow water to get into your home and cause more damage. Don’t forget to check window screens to ensure they are firmly in place and not previously damaged.

Secure loose items outside

Lawn chairs, garden hoses, and even children’s toys can turn into projectiles that be picked up by a severe thunderstorm and tossed through a nearby window or on top of your roof. Before the next storm rears its ugly head, do a clean sweep of the property to either tie down loose items or move them into the garage until the storm passes.

Clean out your gutters

Properly working and maintained gutters and downspouts direct water away from your roof and property to prevent leaks in unexpected areas and other damage like decay, mold, and foundation issues. Homeowners should be cleaning out debris from their gutters or calling in a professional twice a year to ensure they are in working order.

Cut your trees and bushes back

Healthy trees and lush landscapes add to the curb appeal of any home or business, but branches that have grown to the point where they are either touching the roof, gutters, windows, and fence line or can be pushed into them with a strong gust of wind can quickly become a safety hazard and are common examples of avoidable damage. Branches leaning on a roof can scratch or puncture shingles easier than you think, and fallen leaves can clog gutters. A good rule of thumb is to keep tree limbs within 10 feet of your home and remove any noticeable dead limbs or weakened trees.

Put your cars in the garage

You may not be able to completely storm-proof your home, but you sure can protect your vehicles. If you know a storm is on its way and there is even the smallest chance of hail, move your cars to the garage instead of leaving them in the driveway. This will keep you from having to call both your car insurance carrier and your home insurance company.

When in doubt, call ANNSTAR Roofing!

Your home is your most valuable asset, so it is wise to stay on top of any repairs that need to be made to avoid bigger issues down the road. While there are some potential issues that home and business owners can address on their own, many times it takes a roofing professional to get your roof and home back to pre-storm condition.

If you want to make sure your home or business is ready for the next storm, call ANNSTAR Roofing & Construction for a free inspection. We will look at your roof and anything else that could have been damaged. Only one roofer in North Texas offers a one-stop shop for all your residential and commercial roofing and construction needs. Local offices in Boyd and Frisco, Texas.

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