Gutter Installation & Cleaning

About the Service

Zablocki Roofing & Exteriors provides the gutter installation St. Cloud area homes and businesses need to protect the interior and exterior of their structures, ensure the integrity of concrete work and maintain healthy landscaping.

At first glance, new gutters might seem like an unnecessary investment, but functioning gutters are very important. Gutters are designed to move water away from the foundation of your home. They are mounted along a structure’s roofline and eaves to collect rainfall. Typically, gutter installation involves attaching them at a minor slope, which encourages the water to run toward downspouts, which are generally installed on the corners of the house.

Overflowing gutters are the major contributor to cracked foundations and basement water issues. Rainwater falling directly from the roof may erode the soil surrounding your home and result in water pooling near your foundation, causing damage that may render your basement more susceptible to leakage. The number one cause of water damage in basements is clogged gutters. If rainwater is not channeled away, it will follow the path of least resistance. This path will likely lead into your soffits, behind your siding and down into your basement.

We also install the new gutters St. Cloud homes need to protect facia and siding from the rot or mold buildup moisture can cause. Proper gutter installation will also prevent water from infiltrating or damaging entrances, which could eventually require window and door replacement.

Another reason to install a gutter system would be to keep water from running onto high traffic areas, like steps or walkways. This is especially important in spring and autumn, when freezing temperatures could form dangerous ice patches that may cause people to slip and fall. Plus, these freeze/thaw cycles cause concrete to crack, shift and wear unevenly.

Protect Your Gutters, Protect Your Home

It is important to keep gutters free and clear of debris, because standing water in your gutters can cause problems for your home, especially in the winter. Expedient roof snow removal and promptly disposing of debris and standing water from gutters can prevent ice dam formation that may cause your roof to leak and require substantial roof repair. For more on ice dam prevention visit here.

If your home has trees around it that lose their leaves, you may want to consider installing some sort of cover on your gutter system. This can either be a screen or helmet system that is installed over the top of your gutter, which helps prevent leaves or needles from collecting in them; this collected debris may cause your gutters to clog. These guards can be retrofitted to your existing gutter system and can save you the inconvenience of cleaning your gutters every Fall.

Gutter Cleaning Essentials:

We suggest cleaning gutters at least annually, but more often if necessary, such as after heavy rains or large storms that may fill them with gunk.

• Wear long sleeves when cleaning gutters to protect your arms and rubber gloves to guard your hands.
• Use a solid extension ladder, preferably one with stabilizers that will safeguard the gutters. Be careful not to overreach when clearing gutters from a ladder as this may cause you to fall.
• A small scoop, such as a toy sand shovel, will make it easier to remove the debris in your gutters. You may also purchase a scoop made specifically for gutter cleaning.
• Throw gunk and debris onto a tarp or into a wheelbarrow to make cleanup a breeze.
• Once you have removed the buildup from your gutters, give them a thorough flush with a garden hose, and watch for any leaks as the water flows to the downspouts.

For professional gutter installation, St. Cloud residents count on Zablocki Roofing & Exteriors. At Zablocki, we understand just how important your roof is to your home and your peace of mind. In addition to new gutters, St. Cloud homes and businesses call Zablocki Roofing & Exteriors for roof cleaning, roof snow removal, roof repair and more. Call us today for more information!