Getting your gutters inspected after severe storms is always a smart idea. Cracked or damaged gutters could lead to excess rain water draining down the side of your house into the foundation. At this point, you might have to have paint work done, new siding put on, and your basement pumped to drain the excess water. Also, having proper working gutters ensures that the flow of the rain water down your gutters is correct and will help prevent ice dams which put weight on the gutters and the roof, potentially causing damage to your roof.