Having a damaged gutter system can result in your building looking unclean and unruly. There are several factors why you would need to repair your gutters. If there are cracks or fractures in your gutter system including the downspout, it could lead to water damage in the gutter flashing which could then leak into your building and create bigger issues. A gutter filter that is not working properly because of damage or misalignment can result in standing water. Sagging is another reason why you should repair your gutters, which is when the brackets of your gutter system come loose over time. Finally, rainfall and standing water can cause rust in your gutters, and if they are not repaired on time, they could shatter or break.