Keep basements, crawl spaces, and garages dry and
free of conditions that support mold and wood fungi growth by controlling
roof drainage.
FOUNDATION PROTECTION
Limit the movement of active zone soils underneath the foundation by reducing the amount of water that enters at the
foundation wall.
PROTECT BACK-FILL
Top soil around the foundation is the weakest link in
foundation moisture control. Preventing topsoil erosion can help prevent
future structural damage.
SHIELD WINDOWS AND DOORS
Most durability issues arise from bulk
water intrusion through windows and doors. Roof drainage will direct water
away from sensitive areas.
PROTECT PLANTS AND SHRUBS
Standing water in flower beds around
the home can permit harmful plant fungi to develop as well as attract ants,
roaches, and termites.
PROTECT FASCIA
Water migration may cause rotting and insects that can
be costly to repair. Quickly moving water away from rafter and roof joints is
essential to a home’s long term durability.
INCREASE ROOF OVERHANG
Rain gutters can add up to 6” of protective
roof overhang, providing additional shielding of windows and doors, improving drying times and moisture levels.
PREVENT SPLASH BACK
Rain gutters keep siding and masonry looking new
by preventing splash back of dirt, grass, and minerals that stain the exterior
and can be difficult to remove over time.
DECORATIVE DETAIL
Rain gutters are not just functional but can accentuate
the architecture of any home. Senox (one of our distributors) products are available in various styles,colors, and metals.
RAINWATER COLLECTION
Collecting rainwater is the simplest way to water
your lawn, plants, and foundation all the while contributing to water conservation goals.
These ten reasons were written by Senox, one of our distributors. You can download their pdf here.