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When soffits aren’t vented, the airflow can’t infiltrate your attic space which results in stale air trapped inside. Over time—sometimes very quickly—that trapped air can result in a moisture sink, causing rapidly growing mold issues throughout the home. You should generally avoid covering or fully closing off soffits, even in the winter months, as the ability to circulate air is far more important than the meager increase in heating costs.

While gutter guards offer protection for your gutter system, they aren't completely safe from clogs. Over time, small pieces of debris can get through gutter screens. This can eventually cause clogged gutters, gutter leaks, mold formation, and other problems that can compromise your roof, foundation, and other parts of your home. In fact, it's common to see plants growing from gutter screens when gutter guard cleaning has been neglected. Knowing how to clean gutter guards is important to protect your gutter system from damage or malfunction.

Signs that your gutters need to be cleaned include:

• Debris built up in the gutters

• Gutters overflow when it rains

• Water doesn’t flow freely from downspouts

• Gutters leak or there’s visibly damaged

• Evidence of leaking along your roof, siding, yard, or pavement

• Gutters pulled away from roof

• Water damage to soffit and fascia

• Weeds or small trees growing in the gutters

• Pests visible in your gutters

• Leaks in crawl space or basement may indicate overflowing gutters

Seamless gutters last 20 years (or more) with proper maintenance. How long the gutters last depends on the material you choose. Vinyl gutters will only last for 10 to 15 years, whereas copper and zinc gutters can last 50 years or longer. Compared to sectional gutters, seamless gutters require far less maintenance and generally last longer.