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What time of year is best for gutter cleaning?
Whether you hire a professional or take on the task yourself, your gutters should be cleaned at least twice a year, ideally in early spring and early fall. Cleaning out your gutters in early spring will prepare them for the heavy rains that are common during this season.
How long does gutter cleaning last?
If your gutters no longer flow correctly or are completely blocked and no water can flow through the gutters at all you can get floods or even leakages. Therefore, you should clean it well at least once a year. In places where there are many trees we even recommend to clean the gutters once every six months.
What is the average cost of gutter cleaning in my area?
Cost by length depends on a home’s number of stories. It costs an average of $0.70–$1.30 per linear foot to clean gutters on the first story of a home and $1.25–$2.50 per linear foot to clean those on the second story or higher.
How much do most companies charge to clean gutters?
The average cost of hiring a contractor to clean your gutter system is $210 in the United States. A low-end job costs an average of $75, and extensive jobs can cost as much as $480 on average. Adding additional services, such as downspout cleaning, can tack on another $50 to $100.
Safety Tips for Cleaning Gutters
- Use a good quality ladder.
- Inspect the ladder before you use it — every time.
- Have someone hold the ladder steady while you’re on it.
- Keep both feet and one hand on the ladder at all times.
- Inspect the gutters before you start to ensure no animals or insects have nested inside them.
Why hire professional gutter cleaners?
A professional gutter cleaning company has technicians that know how to inspect your gutters, downspouts, and other portions of the system that affects how rainwater moves away from your home.
