Gutters are more important than most people consider. They control the flow of rainwater to protect your roof, walls, foundation and even your surrounding landscape. So, keeping your gutters clean should be an integral part of your home or business maintenance. Neglecting the problem will only lead to leaks and ultimately water damage to the outside and inside of your property. Clogged gutters also provide a nice home for rodents and other pests. The presence of water will also invite mold. Dirty gutters could end up costing you hundreds or thousands of dollars in damages.

We recommend having your gutters cleaned in the late Spring, and then again in the Fall when all the leaves have fallen. If your property has a large number of trees, then you may need a more frequent maintenance schedule. It is also important to clean the downspouts, because a clogged downspout will also cause damage to your property.

Leaf guards or gutter covers will reduce the mount of debris, but it will not remove the need for cleaning. If you clean your gutters twice a year, with leaf guards you will only need to do it every 1 to 2 years. Again, it depends how many trees you have on your property. Leaf guards will cost you on average between $1,500 to $2,500 depending on the size of your building, so make sure you purchase covers that will remain durable.

Cleaning your gutters is something any home or business owner can do his or herself, but it is dangerous for obvious reasons. Ladder falls cause 250,000 emergency room visits annually in America. It’s easy to clean a gutter, but most do not consider the height of the job, nor the amount of moving around required. We do the job safe and right, so we recommend calling us for your free estimate.