Winter in Metro Detroit is no joke. From heavy snowfalls to freezing temperatures, the weather can take a toll on your home—especially your gutters and holiday lights. This winter survival guide will teach you how to protect gutters and holiday lights this season. As the owner of J&A Exterior, I know how important it is to prepare your home for the season while keeping it festive and functional.
Here’s how homeowners in Metro Detroit can safeguard their gutters and holiday lights from winter damage, ensuring your home stays safe and stunning all season long.
1. Clean Your Gutters Before Winter Hits
In Metro Detroit, fall leaves can quickly clog gutters, creating a mess just in time for winter. Clogged gutters lead to ice dams, which can cause leaks and other damage to your home. Start your winter prep by thoroughly cleaning your gutters.
- Local Tip: With Metro Detroit’s unpredictable weather, schedule a professional gutter cleaning early in the season to stay ahead of the first snow.
2. Invest in Gutter Guards
Winter debris, snow, and ice can wreak havoc on unprotected gutters. Gutter guards are a smart investment, especially for homes in Metro Detroit. They help prevent clogs, reduce ice buildup, and make attaching holiday lights easier.
- J&A Advantage: We install high-quality, weather-resistant gutter guards that can handle the toughest Michigan winters.
3. Use Heat Tape or Heating Cables To Protect Your Gutters
Metro Detroit winters often bring below-freezing temperatures that can cause ice dams. Heat tape or heating cables along your roofline and inside your gutters can melt ice and snow, keeping water flowing freely.
- Pro Tip: Our team can help you safely install heat cables to protect your gutters all season long.
4. Hang Holiday Lights Safely
When it comes to decorating your Metro Detroit home, avoid using nails or staples to hang your holiday lights. These can damage your gutters and roofline. Use light clips that attach securely without causing harm.
- J&A Expertise: Need help installing your holiday lights? We specialize in professional holiday light installation that keeps your gutters safe and your home festive.
5. Check for Ice and Snow Accumulation
In Metro Detroit, heavy snowfalls are common. After a snowstorm, check your gutters and roofline for ice dams or excess snow. Use a roof rake to clear snow from the edge of your roof and prevent ice buildup.
- Safety Tip: Avoid sharp tools that can damage your gutters or light displays. Call a professional if the buildup is severe.
6. Protecting Gutters for Winter
Metro Detroit’s harsh winters can weigh heavily on gutters, especially when snow and ice accumulate. Reinforce your gutters with extra hangers to prevent sagging or detachment.
- Local Solution: If your gutters are already sagging or damaged, J&A Exterior offers repairs and replacements to get your system ready for winter.
7. Carefully Remove Holiday Lights
Once the holiday season is over, be careful when taking down your lights. Pulling lights too hard can damage your gutters, especially if ice has formed around them.
- Storage Tip: Store your lights properly in labeled bins for easy use next year.
Why Metro Detroit Homeowners Trust J&A Exterior
At J&A Exterior, we understand the unique challenges of winter in Metro Detroit. From gutter maintenance to holiday light installation, we’re here to help you protect your home and keep it looking its best.
Our services are tailored to withstand Michigan’s harsh winters, and we’re proud to serve local communities with reliable, high-quality work.
Get Your Gutters and Lights Winter-Ready
Don’t let winter weather damage your home or dim your holiday spirit! Protecting your gutters and holiday lights in winter starts with contacting J&A Exterior today for expert gutter cleaning, gutter guard installation, and professional holiday light setup in Metro Detroit.
- Call: (248)-403-0281
- Visit: J&A Exterior
Let us take care of the hard work so you can enjoy a safe, bright, and worry-free winter in Metro Detroit!
