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How Gutters Protect Your Home's Foundation

  • 16 hours ago
  • 1 min read

A gutter system's real job isn't just moving water off the roof, it's directing that water far enough away from your home that it never has the chance to pool against the foundation.

When gutters clog or downspouts empty too close to the house, water saturates the soil right at the foundation line, which over time can lead to cracking, settling, and even interior moisture problems.

Making sure downspouts extend several feet away from your home, and that gutters stay clear, is one of the simplest ways to protect one of the most expensive parts of your house.

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