Home Inspections performed after a long Utah Winter can show that all the moisture can take quite a toll on our homes. If you notice signs of staining where a gutter meets the exterior siding of a house than the gutter isn't properly sealed. Sealing the gutter is a very cheap an easy fix which can easily avoid what you see below.
Walk around your home and look for signs of staining. If you see stains than get some gutter sealant or silicone for $5-$10 bucks, seal the leaking area, and save yourself a future headache.
The Infrared Image below shows how moisture has intruded through the stucco at the gutter. Water has leaked down the backside of the stucco siding and has started to cause rotting in the base board and trim. The blue color identifies the wet areas.
Infrared Home Inspections are the #1 tool used for preventative maintenance.
REMEMBER, "AN OUNCE OF PREVENTION IS WORTH A POUND OF CURE"
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