As owners of a home with gutters know, it’s never a good sign to see water coming from your roof anywhere except the downspout of your gutter system. When you discover water dripping between your gutters and fascia, it’s smart to take action right away. Why? Water dripping from your gutters is usually a symptom of an underlying issue with the gutters themselves and should never be left unattended for long. If water is dripping between your gutters and fascia, here’s what to do.
The short answer is no. It is never normal for water to drip between the gutter and fascia under any circumstances! High-quality gutters that are safe for your roof warranty are screwed right to the fascia, and there should never be any gaps between the two.
Leaks between your gutters and fascia are usually the result of faulty gutter installation that leaves the gutter hangers too loosely attached to the fascia. If you’re noticing water dripping between your gutters and fascia on relatively new gutters, it’s likely because the screws have loosened or the gutter system was not installed properly. You should contact your gutter installation company to get the leak resolved.
Water dripping between the gutters and fascia may also begin to happen with older gutters that have seen better days or been through severe weather one too many times. This could be a sign it’s
time to replace your gutters.
Leaking gutters can cause significant damage to your home, including water damage on the fascia, foundation erosion, mold growth, and even severe structural damage. While the most obvious sign of water leaking between your gutters and fascia is seeing it in action during inclement weather, here are some other symptoms to look out for:
If you notice water dripping between your gutters and fascia, there are a few things you can do that may resolve the issue. Keep in mind that performing DIY gutter maintenance could end up voiding your roof or gutter warranty. It’s dangerous work if you aren’t professionally trained and using proper safety equipment. You should also always get areas that have experienced leaks inspected for possible mold growth or deterioration, even if you manage to find and resolve the cause behind the dripping.
The best solution is always to contact a
professional gutter maintenance and installation company, or have your original contractor come on out and do the work at no charge thanks to a comprehensive warranty!
Gaps between gutters and fascia may be as simple a fix as tightening up loose hangers. If your gutters are in good shape but you notice missing or loose hardware, a quick inspection and tightening up could be all you need to go from dripping to dry!
Clogged gutters are a significant contributor to overflowing rainwater! If your gutters are dripping, one of the first things you should consider is if it’s time to clean your gutters. But be careful! Cleaning your own gutters can be dangerous, so it’s best to trust a pro. Sick of cleaning on your own, or sick of hiring professional gutter cleaners? One way to fix this problem altogether is through the installation of a K-Guard Leaf-Free gutter system.
The drip edge on your roof is supposed to extend out beyond the edge of your gutters, so there shouldn’t be a gap between the fascia and the roof. If your drip edge seems too far back (or your fascia too far forward), you may need to contact your roof installation company to fix the misalignment.
A quick and easy leak fix is caulking, but this should only be considered if you don’t have a gutter or roof warranty, as updates like these could render warranties null and void! High-quality, waterproof caulk for outdoor use may be used to seal gaps between fascia and gutters as well as gaps between fascia and soffit.
The best kind of gutter protection is an all-in-one system that combines seamless, maintenance-free gutters with leaf-free gutter protection that guarantees your roof, fascia, and the rest of your home will stay safe and dry! If you want a gutter system that is guaranteed to be leak-free for the life of your home, then start by investing in K-Guard!
No fascia likes getting wet and soggy, and the key to a happy fascia is reliable gutters! K-Guard gutter systems are made with this protection in mind, keeping every part of your home safe and dry with a clog-free guarantee. If you ever do notice dripping between your K-Guard gutters and fascia, we’re so confident in our product that we will come out and perform any necessary repairs or cleaning at absolutely no cost to you. Contact us to learn more!
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