Many homeowners take the importance of gutters for granted. While they are essential tools and parts of the home that are used to divert and carry rainwater away from the foundation of your house, they are often times neglected and underappreciated until they break down. However, its purpose for your home is very important and very determinant of further damage and repairs needed during the wet season.

Gutter replacement, which involves installing your own rain gutters can save you substantially over professionally installed gutters, but there are a few pitfalls to watch out for. This is why installing them should also be prioritized and done correctly. In order for gutters to perform its function, proper materials and process should be done when mounting them to your home.

How to Install Gutter [INFOGRAPHIC]