WATER: Gutters

Fundamentally, gutters collect rainwater from your roof and channel it to the ground through a downspout. They are easy to install and can prevent some heartache. But why is this important for a barn?

Here are a few reasons:

• Keeps foundation from eroding

• Keeps water out of stalls

• Prevents a sheet of water falling from the roof

• Prevents dry rot

• Keeps mold and condensation at bay

• Allows collection of rainwater