An example of someone climbing a ladder to clean rain gutters
A rain gutter is a narrow channel, which can be constructed from a variety of different materials, located on the edge of a roof and designed to collect rainwater from the roof and redirect it away from a building's base. Does this Spark an idea?
Identification
A rain gutter may also be know simply as a gutter, but also can be identified as an eaves channel, eaves trough or guttering.
Fuction
The main purpose of a rain gutter is to protect a building's foundation, doors and windows from rainwater, protecting the structure from erosion and leaks.
Types
Rain gutters are available in a variety of materials, including steel, copper, aluminum, lead, zinc, concrete, stone, wood or plastic. Most are box gutters, which are attached to the edge of a roof.
Warning
Clogged rain cutters can lead to a variety of problems including water leaks and a breeding ground for mosquitoes.
Benefits
Rain gutters allow for easy collection of rainwater. The gutters divert water to a downspout and a tube where the water comes out. This water can be collected via a rain barrel, which can be used to water gardens and lawns.
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