Consequences of Not Using Helmet Gutters

Helmet gutters prevent debris from clogging gutters and preventing rain from properly draining from your roof. Gutter helmets are an easy to install project that can help you to avoid potential problems from clogged gutters. Clean gutters will enable rainwater to be directed toward the downspout and away from your home's foundation.

• Having to get up on a ladder to clean leaves and debris from gutters. This can be dangerous and cause serious injuries.


• Water getting into the basement because it is not directed away from your foundation by proper gutter and downspout function.


• Landscaping issues from the water not being directed where it should. The water could find its way over the roof and onto your plants.


• When water cannot drain off your roof, it can get backed up under roofing shingles, causing damage to the roof, attic, or ceiling. It can also cause wood to rot.


• Gutters that are too heavy from debris such as wet leaves can pull away from the house.


• Standing water in the gutters can attract insects.


• Water seeping in under roofing shingles can result in mold.


• Ice dams in your gutters during winter months. Helmet gutters reduce the amount of snow and ice build-up that can occur during cold weather.


• Rotted gutters that need replacing. Gutters that are left filled with leaves and water will eventually rot and have to be replaced.


• Your home will look less attractive with stems, leaves and plants taking root and growing the gutters.