Lets start with the purpose of your gutter system. It is designed, if done right, to remove water as far away from the structure and foundation as possible. If your system is not working correctly, over time you home will begin to show signs of excess moisture. Without proper drainage your crawl space or basement will be more damp than ideal, this can cause mold & mildew, spalling or efflorescence of the stone or concrete. The soil around your foundation will erode & this onl