How to Keep Your Eavestrough Clean and Downspout Unclogged

Gutter cleaning and flushing are arguably the most critical tasks each year for cleaning gutters and keeping your home in good shape. Many people overlook this, but when clogged gutters and downspouts cause them to overflow, the result can range from costly foundation damage to serious roof leaks. Our eavestrough cleaning service provides a simple solution to clear your roof gutters and remove debris that can cause costly problems.

We know residential gutters are critical to keeping your home safe by directing thousands of gallons of water away from the foundation during the rainy season, which is why regular gutter maintenance is essential. And let's face it: when poorly maintained gutters are neglected and clog due to debris buildup , they can cause pest infestations and lead to unsightly stains (known as oxidation or tiger striping) on your wall. Our crew meticulously removes all the debris - leaves, shingle granules, and dirt - from the whole gutter system and then gives the gutters a good flush to make sure everything is working correctly. It's the only reliable way to ensure adequate drainage and avoid clogged gutters in the future.

We've got all the right tools for the job - everything from high-powered leaf blowers for dry debris to anything vacuum systems for wet gutters. We can do some custom gutter cleaning jobs too, and we can also install gutter guards to cut down on future maintenance. And the regular gutter cleaning service is the cheapest way to avoid costly repairs down the line - your home will stay dry and structurally sound.

Getting Your Gutters Back to Normal

Getting your gutter system back in shape starts with a thorough cleanout.

First up we physically remove all the debris and excess debris that's piled up in the troughs. We begin by manually removing the bulk of the material. For dry gutters, we use gutter cleaning tools lik a leaf blower or a high-pressure gas-powered blower to clear loose leaves and smaller debris. For wet gutters, we use a gutter scoop to carefully remove the heavy, matted sludge and place it in a bucket or bag. This careful clearing process is about avoiding blowing debris onto the ground or onto your wall, which helps prevent it.

• Cleaning Leaves from Gutters: We use manual tools, such as a gutter scoop, to carefully remove heavy, wet leaves from gutters.

• Clearing Roof Gutters: Our main focus is clearing the roof gutter of debris and ensuring water has a clear path.

• Clearing Debris: We're pros at clearing debris - we even separate the organic waste so you don't have to deal with a mess in your yard.

• Blowing Dry Gutters: We use a specialized leaf-blower extension to blow dry gutters clean, carefully avoiding debris from entering open windows or onto plants.

• Vacuum Systems: We also use a vacuum system to suck up sludge and debris from the gutters and the ground.

Downspout Flushing To Get You Ready for the Next Rain

Now that the main troughs are clear, we need to ensure the vertical downspouts are clear as well.

It's common for sludge and compacted debris to settle at downspout elbows, causing clogs. Our downspout unclogging technique involves running a high-volume water hose down the drain pipe.

We give the gutters a thorough flush to remove any dirt and residual material from the drainage system, ensuring we can clear gutter debris effectively . If we still have an issue, we can use an inspection camera to inspect or a plumbing snake to clear the blockage, following necessary gutter cleaning safety tips. This way, you know your whole gutter system is working properly and ready for the next heavy downpour.

• Testing the Flow: We use a garden hose and spray nozzle to verify that all debris is removed from the main troughs.

• Downspout Unclogging: We run a hose or pressure washer down the drain pipe to clear clogs and debris.

• Clogged Downspouts: We handle any clogged downspouts and tough clogs at ground level, ensuring water flows freely into the French drain.

• Checking the Underground Drain System: We assess the system's performance by monitoring water flow at the French drain outlet.

• Water Supply: We connect to your home's water supply using a standard garden hose to flush the gutters.

Minor Repair and Gutters Getting Brightened

Our basic cleaning single-story gutter service includes a full post-job inspection & we can handle minor repairs on the spot, so you don't have to worry about small issues turning into expensive headaches.

After we've finished the gutter cleaning & flushing, we take a close look to see if there are any loose hangers, leaky seams, or bits of the fascia board that have come loose. We can usually handle minor repairs on-site, such as resealing wet gutters or tightening loose sections that may be hanging off the fascia board. We also offer gutter brightening and full siding cleaning, a service that removes unsightly dark stripes on the outside of gutters caused by dirt & grime. We use a gentle car-wash mix & a soft-bristled car wash brush, or a pressure washer on low, to clean the exterior without scrubbing the paint off your house.

• Fixing Minor Repairs: We can perform minor repairs on the fly, such as resealing wet gutters or tightening loose hangers on the fascia board.

• Gutter Brightening: We can remove unsightly dark stripes on the outside of the gutters caused by dirt & grime splashed onto the surface.

• Post-Job Inspection: We conduct a full sweep of the gutter system and fascia board to ensure we catch any leaks or structural weaknesses.

• Minor Gutter Repair: We perform minor repairs to ensure the gutter system is in top working order.

• Soft Pressure Cleaning: We use the soft pressure setting on the pressure washer and a gentle car wash mix to brighten the gutters and remove dirt splashed onto their exterior.

What You Can Expect from Our Gutter Cleaning

We guarantee a successful gutter cleaning job with the use of an extension pole by focusing on safety & getting the job done right the first time.

• Service Area: We cover gutter cleaning, downspout unclogging, eavestrough cleaning service, & single-story gutter cleaning.

• Main Goal: Our main priority is to clear the roof gutters. We manually removed any debris and then flushed the gutters to ensure the downspouts are clear & the underground drainage system is functioning properly.

• Safety First: We follow all the proper safety protocols, including using fall protection & ladder stand-offs when we're working on the gutters from the ground.

• Debris Removal: We remove all leaves & debris from the gutters & bag them, and prevent them from blowing around & dirt it up underneath the house.

• Fixing & Brightening: We can handle minor repairs & provide gutter brightening to remove unsightly dark stripes on the exterior of the gutters.

• Gutter Guards: We assess the condition of your existing gutter guards and can provide a quote to install new ones, so you won't have to clean your gutters as often.

We ensure your residential gutters protect your home by working correctly.

Cleaning Clogged Gutters

Our installation (cleaning) process is guaranteed to get the job done right the first time & prevent costly repairs from overflowing water onto the ground underneath.

How We Do a Gutter Cleaning Job

We perform gutter cleaning in a very professional manner to avoid creating a huge mess .

1. Debris Removal: We remove all debris from the gutters, either by hand or with a leaf blower, and bag it to keep the area tidy.

2. Downspout Unclogging: We flush the gutters with water to clear out any clogs in the downspouts.

3. Flushing Test: We perform a final flush to ensure the water flows into the underground drainage system & there's no overflow.

4. Inspection & Repair: We take a final look around to see if there's anything that needs fixing, like a loose gutter or a wet spot.

You Can Count on Us for Your Residential Gutter Cleaning

Our team's been doing cleaning gutters for years, and we know that eavestrough cleaning service isn't just about clearing debris out of the gutters - it's about keeping residential gutters clean by doing a thorough job & getting the downspouts working right. We follow a standard process for every job we do, using more than just a bare hose for effective cleaning .

Whether you need gutter cleaning to prevent a roof leak or you have a clog in your downspout & need help, we're the team to call. We're experts in gutter cleaning, flushing, & getting rid of debris, and we also offer gutter guards installed to minimize future issue.