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3 Accessories To Go With Your Rain Gutters

8 May 2020
 Categories: Construction & Contractors, Blog

If you are getting new gutters installed on your home, you are going to want to make sure that you invest in the right gutter accessories at the same time. The right gutter accessories will help you take care of your gutters and guide the water in the right direction.

Accessory #1: Leaf Guard

When installing new gutters, make keeping the gutters clean easier on yourself by installing a leaf guard over the top of the gutters.

A leaf guard is designed to fasten over the top of your gutters. A leaf guard has small holes over it that allow water to flow into your gutters, but keeps large debris, such as leaves, out of your gutters.

Leaves can really clog up your gutter system, preventing water from flowing as it should. Leaves can also break down and attract pests if you don't get rid of them in a timely manner. Leaf guards will prevent leaves from getting into your gutters in the first place and will cut down on the cleaning you have to do.

Accessory #2: Downspout Extensions

A downspout extension attaches directly to your downspout and allows you to extend the length of your downspout. A downspout extension will ensure that water doesn't come off your roof just to pool at the base of your home.

With a downspout extension, you can direct the water exactly to where you want it to go, protecting the foundation of your home from getting oversaturated with water. There are a variety of different types of downspout extensions you can purchase that will provide you with the flexibility to direct the water where you need it to go.

Downspout extensions work best when you need to direct the water a great distance away.

Accessory #3: Splash Block

Another accessory you can pair with your rain gutters is a splash block. A splash block goes right under the base of your gutters and is another way to direct the water that comes through your gutters in the right direction.

A splash block can help prevent the dirt from washing away that is right under the downspout. A splash block can be both functional and decorative at the same time.

When it comes to installing new gutters, make sure you install the right supporting accessories as well. A leaf guard will make it easier to take care of your gutters. Both downspout extensions and splash blocks will make it easier for you to manage the water that comes out of your gutters and downspout.

For more information about gutters, contact a company like Art's Custom Seamless Gutters  Inc.