Frequently, in the northwest, we home inspectors see gutters, or roof/gutter combinations, that are improperly installed. The roof is cut short, so it does not overhang the gutter and seldom is there a drip edge flashing to help route the runoff into the gutter below.

When that is the case, it is common to find the edge of the roof sheathing decayed and, along with that, an inspector might find damage and rot to the soffit area if the problem has been going on for some time.  

In wet climates it is essential to control runoff water.

Thanks for stopping by,

Steven L. Smith