Gutters are an integral part of your home and although not as noticeable as siding or a roof, they play the most important role in the health of your home. Of all the enemies posed by the elements, Water is the biggest culprit. Poor functioning gutters are actually more of a menace than no gutters at all. If water is not properly channeled away from your home, it will invariably be directed at your home. That is why having new, properly functioning seamless gutters is some of the best money you can spend on your home. In addition, most basements are not watertight compartments. If ground water builds up too high next to your basement eventually it will find a way in. Proper gutters direct all of that rainwater away from the ground next to your basement and out into harmless territory.