https://www.repairmywindowsanddoors.co.uk/sale-guttering-and-downpipes-near-me/ Downpipe and Gutter Repairs The downpipe and gutters are susceptible to leaks in joints. Start by cleaning the joint to get rid of loose dirt and paint (a wire brush if your gutters are made of steel). Use repair tape to seal any cracks. Check your gutters and downpipes frequently, especially after heavy rain. This can prevent blockages caused by debris accumulation and will help identify more serious problems before they arise. Gutters Gutters play a crucial role of channelling rainwater away from house walls but only when they're free of obstructions and functioning properly. In the event of blocked gutters, they can overflow and cause a saturation of the insulation in your solid wall or cause beetle invasion within the wood behind them. Then there's the damage they can cause to shallow foundations if left unattended. It is therefore essential that homeowners understand how to identify problems with their gutters and downpipes, and how to make simple gutter repairs on their own when possible. The first indications of trouble are often water leaks or rust around the edges of the gutter. Metal gutters will naturally become rusty over time, however if they're corroded to the point of being detached from the fascia hangers or astragals then it's best to replace them. In the meantime, a thorough clean will help to prevent future blockages. Use gloves and a brush to remove any paint or dirt that has escaped before you begin cleaning. It's also worth fitting gutter guards to reduce the chance of leaves causing blockages - and for added protection, consider fitting pipe balloons, too. The downpipes may become filled with debris and must be cleaned regularly in order to function properly. If they are filled to the limit and the downpipes overflow, they can cause damage to the basement, causing damage to the walls and basement. Over time, holes in gutters can occur for various reasons, like rust