Step 1 of our Full 6-Step Home Detailing Process always begins with the eavestroughs/gutters. It is one of our most important steps! Keep your gutters and eavestroughs working their best with regular cleaning. We unclog eavestroughs, gutters and downspouts by removing all of the debris that you can – and can’t -see from the ground. This allows our customers piece of mind knowing their drainage system is functioning properly and won’t cause flooding issues during storms.
(Did you know? Gutter guards are a great investment but still require maintenance. Read on to find out more!)
There are two main reasons why hiring a professional to clean your gutters, eavestroughs and downspouts is so important. First and foremost is safety. As a homeowner, you want to make sure that your home and property are safely maintained at all times. Why spend your weekend on a ladder? Our technicians use proper gutter cleaning equipment, and are licensed and fully insured.
Second, by hiring a professional gutter cleaning service, you can ensure that you’re getting the best service possible. As one of the top eavestrough and gutter cleaners in Ottawa, we are pleased to offer a 14-day Guarantee Warranty on our work, and all of our cleaning materials are certified safe for kids, pets, and plants.
Eavestroughs (also known as gutters) are an essential part of your home’s structure. They are designed to direct rainwater from your roof first into special channels and then into downspouts. These spouts extend outward so that the water is then directed away from the base of the home. Over time, however, leaves and debris can build up inside eavestroughs and cause them to become clogged.
The result of having clogged eavestroughs on your home can lead to expensive repairs. When they’re clogged, it leads to water damage in other parts of your home such as your basement and walls. To prevent problems with your home’s gutters it’s important to schedule regular maintenance. Proper eavestrough cleaning can save you a lot of money in the long run.
The frequency of gutter cleaning depends on how quickly leaves and debris collect in your gutters. If you live in an area with big trees, you’ll need your eavestroughs cleaned twice or three times as often as someone who lives in an area with little tree coverage. As a general rule; at least once a year at the very minimum!
Over time, leaves and other debris build-up inside your gutters and can even cause more damage than just clogged rain gutters. Harmful molds and fungi can begin to grow where there is excessive moisture and a clogged gutter or downspout is a prime location. Making sure both water and air can move through your gutter system freely will ensure they continue to function for years to come.
Being experts in the industry we constantly hear customers say “I don’t need my gutters cleaned because I have Gutter Guards.” That statement couldn’t be farther from the truth!
If you have installed guards or protectors, they will only lessen how often your gutters require maintenance. Your eavestroughs / gutters will STILL NEED CLEANING periodically. Guards are designed to keep large debris from entering and congesting the interior troughs. Smaller particles, however, can still make their way thru the filters, causing clogging to occur underneath the guard and inside the downspouts. This build up has the potential to cause even more damage – especially when neglected for long periods of time!
While eavestrough cleaning may seem like an easy job, it’s possible to overlook important areas of your gutters. As a homeowner who cares about maintaining your property, that’s definitely something you want to avoid. Having your gutters not only professionally cleaned but regularly maintained will help protect your home in the long run!
For more on our full 6-Step Home Detailing Process, check out this video.
