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Why is it important to clean your gutters?

Rain gutters, those easily-forgotten trenches that hang off the edge of your roof, protect your roof, walls and foundation from excess rainwater. When they get clogged with leaves, sticks and other wind-blown debris, they can no longer direct water away from your walls and foundation, and may become homes for pests and insects. They also become heavy enough to pull away from the house, preventing proper rainwater drainage and spoiling the appearance of your home. Experts recommend inspecting and cleaning your gutters twice a year, once in spring and once in fall, as part of your regular landscaping schedule. Gutter cleaning and maintenance is a fairly easy DIY job for some homeowners, especially on one-story homes. However, professional gutter cleaners have ladders tall enough to safely reach rain gutters, as well as the necessary tools to clean out the downspouts. Most gutter cleaning professionals can also make any necessary quick repairs.

How much does it cost to have gutters cleaned?

Professional gutter cleaning and maintenance should be done once or twice a year to remove debris and check for damage to the roof and gutter. The national average cost for rain gutter cleaners ranges from $100 to $130. A number of factors affect the costs, including the combined length of the gutters, the size of the house, the location of the gutters, and any risks posed to the professional cleaner. Some companies based their cost estimates on the linear square footage of the gutters; for example, 200 linear square feet of gutters on a standard, single-story ranch-style home costs an average of $125 to clean. The cost goes up for second- and third-story gutters and those in hard-to-reach places, like a roof with an unusually steep pitch. Expect to pay at least $100 more than standard prices if cleaning your home’s gutters requires extra safety precautions. Because spring and fall are gutter cleaners’ busiest seasons, some gutter cleaning and maintenance companies offer discounts during summer and winter months.

How often do you need to clean your gutters?

Gutter cleaning and maintenance is an important part of keeping up a home. Not only are clogged gutters unsightly, they can also lead to water damage in the house’s walls and roof. The best way to prevent that is to clean your gutters at least twice a year — experts recommend making it part of your spring cleaning and fall landscaping schedules. In the fall, trees lose their leaves and, in the spring, release seedpods and flower petals, all of which tend to end up in rain gutters. It’s a good idea to also have a professional gutter cleaner clear out your downspouts, too; clogged downspouts can make gutters backup and overflow.

Dawn W.

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My gutters and roof were both cleaned and cleared of debris. The entire area around my house and my neighbor's was also washed and cleared of the fallen debris. I would highly recommend Patriot Services!!!

Kris M.

David and his crew did great job removing a lot of dirt, installing the drain and the new sod. They even hooked the gutter run off into the drainage system. They were professional and polite especially to my parents who kept going out to watch them work because they we interested in the process from start to finish. We discussed everything up front and He confirmed everything via text. The price was was good and I received a lot of quotes. I would recommend David and his crew, use them again and recommend them to my friends! Thanks again David.

Jackie B.

They came out right away and measured the house and gave us a quote right away. The quote was less than any one else's that we had gotten. We could pick any color at no extra charge. Very pleasant and professional. I would recommend them to anyone wanting gutters.

Phil B.

I recently had B & K replace my roof and gutters...they did an outstanding job and I was totally satisfied. Both the roofer and gutter crews couldn't have been nicer and they knew exactly what they were doing. Keith Patterson earned my respect and will get first crack at any future home improvement projects I come up with in the future. Phil Barker in Plano, Texas

Sylvia D.

C came on a timely basis, got the gutters all cleaned thoroughly and pointed out areas that were the most clogged. he also did additional leaf removal. Really appreciated that. I have his card and hope to use him in the spring for additional work.

Lawrence B.

Jaack kept me informed. Even when he couldn't make because he was sick He let me know right away and came the next day. Nice people, quality work and a good value. I would use them again

Greg S.

Great Job well done! Accurate Gutters work quality ,proffesionalism ,value ,punctuality ,responsiness was very very impressive.I am a truly happy satisfied customer.I recommend them to you.You will not find a better company.There prices are very satisfying as well.My whole family will be using Accurate Gutter because of there prices,quality,proffesionalism,Responsiveness and Value .You will not find a better people.Thank you for your hard work and for caring about your customers Accurate Gutter.

Moses R.

I can’t say enough about this company, not only did they offer competitive prices but they were very professional about their practice. They worked in a very timely manner, beginning with meeting for an estimate, all the way through to the installation. I plan on using this company again for all my rent houses and I would highly recommend them. I&C Gutters is the company to use for any and all gutter work. I want to specifically thank Javier for his part in working with us as his personality was super fun and he was very friendly with me and my family.

Joe U.

High marks for their communication. The gutters were installed over the top of the drip edge when they should have been underneath. They came out the very next work day and addressed the issue. Overall, I'm satisfied with the work.

David P.

I recently moved from California and moved into a house that needed a bit of exterior cleaning. looked around and was recommended to 1st Choice Softwash Solutions. Bryan Gibson came and cleaned my roof, gutters, and irrigation rust. I tried may solutions to remove the irrigation rust but could not get it removed. Bryan got it removed within 5 minutes of his solution. I was surprised and impressed with the service 1st Choice Softwash Solutions gave me. Plus, not many company did the soft wash here in Texas. Most of the companies I called had no idea what I was asking about. Bryan knew exactly what I wanted and he he even washed my driveway and sidewalk. Thank you Bryan for being professional and for a great job!!

James S.

We went with Mike because of price, and he followed up with us. We had them put galvanized halfround gutters on our home. He worked on the job himself. He completed the job in 2 days. The work was very well done, and really looks good. Very much meets all our expectations.

Vicki H.

I was impressed with Wes and his knowledge of gutters. He spent time with me explaining options for my water problem. When the work is done, I will come back and add to this review.

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