The MossEaters Gutter Health Checklist
Is Your Gutter System Quietly Wrecking Your Roof?
Most Seattle homeowners don’t realize there’s a problem until it’s already caused rot, mold, or thousands in hidden repairs. This quick checklist will help you spot the signs—before you end up footing the bill.
👀 Look Up — Roofline Check
Check your gutters and roof edge for these red flags:
☐ Tiger striping (dark streaks down the outside of your gutter)
☐ Water stains behind the gutter or under the roofline
☐ Shingles curling or lifting near the gutter edge
☐ Moss or algae growing directly on or around the gutter
☐ Gutter seams pulling apart or visibly sagging
☐ Rust or bubbling paint on the fascia or gutter bracket screws
👣 Look Down — Ground-Level Clues
Inspect the ground around your home after a rain:
☐ Splash marks or mud stains on the siding
☐ Washed-out flowerbeds or bark pushed away from the house
☐ Pools of water near your foundation
☐ Exposed roots or craters in soil
☐ Dirt on siding 12–18 inches above grade (a dead giveaway of overflow)
🐜 Pests, Mold & Damage Risk Factors
If you check any of these boxes, call us right away.
☐ Mosquitos, moisture ants, or carpenter ants near the gutters
☐ Gutter smells like compost or sewage (that’s mold)
☐ Plants, seedlings, or moss growing out of your gutters
☐ Gutter foam or screen cover that looks collapsed, clogged, or warped
☐ Drips or waterfalls during heavy rain—even if they “go away”
⚠️ DIY Clues Most People Miss
Common oversights that lead to major repairs:
☐ Gutters are screwed directly into rafter tails (no fascia board)
☐ Gutter guards sit flat and collect debris like a shelf
☐ Gutter guard is plastic or vinyl—sun-warped or pulling away
☐ Gutter system was “upgraded” by a handyman, not a roofer
☐ You’ve cleaned your gutters in the last 12 months and they’re already clogged again
✅ MossEaters Fixes These Problems For Good
With our MasterShield system and roof-first install process, we:
Prevent moss and algae with copper-infused micro-mesh
Match your roof pitch for automatic debris shedding
Protect fascia, soffits, and framing from water intrusion
Eliminate gutter cleaning permanently
Back it all with a real, no-clog guarantee
Get a Free Gutter + Roofline Evaluation
You’ll get:
✔ A no-pressure consultation
✔ Photos of any issues we find
✔ Expert solutions tailored to your home and your budget
📞 Call us at (206) 531-7800 or Schedule Online at MossEaters.com