How to spot water drainage problems within your home

5 signs rainwater is damaging your home

Almost every homeowner will have to deal with a drainage problem in their home at some point.

Sometimes the solution is simple, like installing a downspout so that rainwater can be diverted away from the house. Other times it may be more complicated, such as having to fix the slope around your home because it was set too low by the builder.

Whatever the problem is, it’s always better to address water drainage problems as soon as they appear to minimize the damage they can cause to your home.

How do you spot where rainwater is damaging your home? Here are 5 signs your home is having problems with water drainage:

Peeling paint

Properly working gutters collect rainwater from your roof and direct it away from your home. If the paint around your house is bubbling or peeling off, that means water is running down the side of your house instead of getting collected in your gutters. 

Cracks or stains on the wall

Cracks or stains along the walls of your house can sometimes be caused from natural settling and age, but often it may indicate a bigger issue. Large stains or growing cracks can mean your walls are absorbing water due to improper drainage. 

Mold and mildew

Repeated exposure to water won’t just affect the aesthetic of your home—it will create an environment for mold and mildew to grow. If left unattended, these affected areas will eventually rot and lead to more problems.

Water pooling around your foundation

Standing water next to your home’s foundation can only cause problems. The water pooling around the perimeter of your home will eventually seep down and affect the structural stability of your house. 

Mulch and soil erosion

If you find mulch or soil washing away every time it rains, you might have a drainage problem. It’s normal for a wind to stir the landscaping around your home slightly, but finding mulch or soil scattered down your driveway, walkway or into the street’s drain is a sign of a bigger problem.

These water drainage problems can often be prevented or addressed with the installation of new seamless gutters. Replacing your gutters or installing new ones is a pressing matter when you consider the long term health of your home and family.

At Moreno & Moreno, we measure and cut your seamless gutters on-site for an exact fit so that it reduces the possibility of future leaks. Contact us or call us at 407.300.4500 for your free estimate.