{"id":1285,"date":"2021-08-19T09:07:00","date_gmt":"2021-08-19T09:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.americanroofingnc.com\/?p=1285"},"modified":"2023-10-11T12:12:23","modified_gmt":"2023-10-11T16:12:23","slug":"how-wind-can-damage-your-gutter-system","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/americanroofingco.com\/nc\/gutters\/how-wind-can-damage-your-gutter-system\/","title":{"rendered":"How Wind Can Damage Your Gutter System"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Rain, hail and sun can cause damage to your gutter system in different ways. But you have to be especially watchful of strong winds. 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This is especially important when you know it\u2019s storm season in your area. We\u2019ll have our skilled and experienced team check the condition of the hangers and fasteners to determine whether the gutters are still firmly in place. If necessary, we\u2019ll take steps to reinforce them.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Have any tree branches hanging over your gutters and roofing trimmed back. Otherwise, high winds can have them whipping or crashing against the system during a storm. Cutting back encroaching tree limbs can also significantly reduce the possibility of gutter congestion.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Request Your Gutter Quote Today!<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>American Roofing &amp; Construction, LLC wants to serve you the way we have done for thousands of North Carolina homeowners &#8211; by providing customer-centric service and never resorting to pressure tactics. 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