Northeast Gutters and Remodeling

Not having nearby trees in your home property can have its perks, but it doesn’t mean you should no longer worry about leaves and twigs collecting on your residential roofing and gutter systems. If not addressed, these pieces of debris can cause slime, sludge and silt to accumulate in your gutters over time and can cause clogging problems. 

Gutter Slime and From Where It Comes

The green slime in your gutters is essentially the algae that commonly grows in certain climate conditions. If not properly cleaned, the algae can turn slimy and catch dirt and other debris, turning into sludge and silt that prevent water runoff from draining smoothly.

Other Causes Of Sludge and Silt

Sludge and silt in your gutters are often the result of different types of debris lumped together. In addition to algae and moss, they may also consist of many other kinds of organic materials that originate from the roof’s surface. They’ll eventually cause trouble to the rest of your roofing and gutters once they collect dirt and debris. Fortunately, they can still be prevented with the right cleaning equipment and gutter protection system installed.

Preventing Future Gutter Damage

Your gutter system is constantly exposed to all types of weather. Just like the rest of your roof, it needs regular cleaning and maintenance to stay in good condition throughout its serviceable life. This is also necessary to keep it free of slime, sludge and silt — all of which can be too tedious to get rid off. To minimize the need for regular gutter cleaning, you can always consider installing a reliable gutter protection system to keep them off your gutters.

Northeast Gutters and Remodeling specializes in gutter repair and replacement services in the local area. However, if you require other exterior improvements like roofing and siding installation, our team is more than happy to get them done to your satisfaction. Give us a call today at (860) 899-7878, or fill out our convenient online form to get a free estimate.