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Absolutely—and lots of it. Overflowing water from your gutters can damage your siding and your roof. All of the moisture getting into the cracks and crevices of your home can lead to mold or mildew problems down the line. In addition, when water pools around your home, it needs a place to go—and sometimes it ends up inside the house, creating a very unwanted flood.

Copper gutters are naturally rust and warp-resistant, making them the most durable gutters available on the market. With a solid maintenance schedule, copper gutters can last anywhere from 50 to 100 years compared to the average gutter life span of around 20. But this durability comes with a much higher cost that may be out of reach for most homeowners. In this case, aluminum gutters are a good secondary option in terms of durability and affordability.

The best time to replace gutters is before they experience enough damage or leaking to cause water problems to the home they protect. Seasonally, springtime is the most popular time to replace gutters after a harsh winter causes damage. However, gutter replacement deals are more common later in the year and into autumn when demand for the project is lower. 

Gutters should be cleaned at least twice a year, in the spring and in the fall, to remove the debris from trees that can clog the eavestroughs and downspouts. Debris like leaves, twigs, and seed pods can build up and cause your gutters to overflow, potentially causing damage to your roof and foundation. Water backing up under the shingles can rot the edge of your roofline. Overflow water falling next to your foundation can end up leaking into your basement or crawl space.