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Inspect Exterior Protection
Siding or gutter damage
What This Usually Means
Loose, cracked, or melted siding allows rainwater behind the exterior cladding where it can rot sheathing. Clogged or pulled-away gutters spill roof runoff right along your home's foundation wall.
What To Do Right Now
- 1Inspect gutter downspout exits during rain to verify water flows away from your foundation.
- 2Secure any loose siding panels that might rattle or peel away in high winds.
- 3Clear leaves and organic debris from ground-level downspouts where accessible.
What We'd Check
- Siding lap joints, corner posts, and house-wrap moisture barrier beneath
- Gutter slope, seam leaks, fascia board rot, and downspout drainage distance
- Soffit and ridge ventilation openings
Home Diagnostic Reference Guide
Siding or gutter damage — Diagnosis & Safe Action Plan
Loose, cracked, or melted siding allows rainwater behind the exterior cladding where it can rot sheathing. Clogged or pulled-away gutters spill roof runoff right along your home's foundation wall.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is water pouring over the side of my gutters?
Overflowing gutters are usually caused by clogs in the trough or downspouts, inadequate gutter sizing, or sagging gutter brackets that throw off slope alignment.