Gutters are designed to keep your home safe from water damage. Unfortunately leaves, pine needles, and other debris get caught in your gutters. They fill up your gutter and plug your downspouts. Rainwater has nowhere to go except over the edge of your gutters. Water concentrates below and does not drain away, which can cause flooding. Hectic schedules and the dangerous nature of working on ladders and your roof may prevent you from cleaning your gutters on a regular basis.