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Gutters and Downspouts

Check gutters periodically and remove leaves or other debris. Materials that accumulate in gutters can slow water drainage from the roof, cause overflows, and clog the downspouts.

Extensions should discharge outside of rock or bark beds so that water is not dammed behind the edging materials that might be used.

Use caution when leaning ladders against gutters, as this may cause dents.

If a joint between sections of gutter drips, caulk the inside joint using a commercial gutter caulking compound available at hardware stores.

Clear excess snow from downspouts as soon as possible to allow the gutter to drain and to prevent damage. Severe ice or snow build-up can damage gutters, and such damage is not covered by the limited warranty.

Oliver Homes Limited Warranty Guidelines

Gutters over 3 feet long are installed with a slight slope so that roof water will flow to the downspouts.

We correct leaks that occur during the one year warranty period.

Gutters may overflow during periods of excessively heavy rain. This is expected and requires no repair.

Small amounts of water (up to one inch) will stand for short periods of time in gutters immediately after rain. No correction is required for these conditions.