The importance of repair gutters and cleanings
Quite a few people, both in private and in commercial buildings, deal with pigeons who decide to lament their balcony or roof, creating unpleasantness in the area, both in terms of smell and dirt. Many times these pigeons also cause damage to the gutter that is in place.
As is known, gutters are installed externally or internally, with the intention of allowing the flow of water from the roof to the ground, so on rainy days, the water does not drain on the roof and do not cause moisture in the apartments below it. The problem is that if pigeons decide to lament the place, the gutter may be blocked by feces or other dirt, and then there is no choice but to call a gut-cleaning specialist who can clean it, and in more severe cases, The only thing that can be done is to replace the gutter, which also costs quite a bit of money and can also cause immediate damage to the structure.
Before we explain how to avoid it is important to know, as mentioned above can be installed internal gutter or external gutter. An internal gutter is one that can be installed as an integral part of the structure, while external gutter can be installed alongside the structure on its outer walls. In both cases, it may be corroded if dirt accumulates, especially ions. The dirt can accumulate from the roof and it can accumulate in its lower exit.
In both cases, if the gutter is blocked, the water can not flow out of the roof, causing water to accumulate on the roof, leading to moisture to the water entering the floors below, and standing water can lead to mosquitoes and other pests, which can affect the health of The residents of the place. While this may lead to damage to the gutter, which will force us to invite an expert to repair gutters.
How can I avoid this situation?
Well, the best way is to use products to keep pigeons away. Large grids can be installed that prevent the pigeons from nesting in the place, as well as bars and spikes that prevent the pigeons from standing in place.
In any event, even if we managed to prevent a situation where the pigeons are nested in the place, it is highly recommended before the beginning of winter to conduct a thorough examination of the building's gutter, to make sure it is not clogged and the water flows properly. In this way, it can be used frequently. If necessary, then it is important to call a professional to repair the gutters before the first rain, so we will not find ourselves dealing with the penetration of water into the apartments.
