Autumn leaves for most people are a beautiful sight, but as the cooler weather sets in, the shedding leaves fall off the trees and into your gutters and downpipes!
If left unchecked, these leaves can clog your gutters and cause water damage to your home, commercial or industrial property, so it’s essential to clean your gutters regularly, and schedule maintenance checks – especially during the autumn season.
Gutters and roofs are areas that you often can’t see. They’re areas that need specialised equipment and a professional gutter cleaning service to avoid blocked gutters that can cause costly damage to your property.
The dangers of blocked gutters and downpipes
The main job of a gutter is to create a clear pathway for water to move away from your home or building and through a downpipe to deposit in a safe place away from your property’s foundation.
But if your gutters are blocked up, the water has nowhere to go and has no choice but to flow over, creeping up into your roof shingles and down through your siding.
Here are some dangers that can occur if you don’t prevent or solve the issue of blocked gutters.
Overflows and flooding
Blocked gutters can be a big problem for commercial and industrial building owners. When water can’t flow through the gutters properly, it can overflow and cause damage to your home’s foundation, roof, and siding. This can lead to costly repairs that could have been avoided with regular gutter cleaning.
Structural damage
Not only do clogged and blocked gutters result in overflows and flooding, but the blockages can also cause major damage to the whole structure of your property. It doesn’t take long before the build-up of debris and autumn leaves leads to a full blockage and, unfortunately, you won’t know there’s been a blockage until you see the flooding.
At this point, serious damage control is needed to resolve the issue.
Roof damage
Though clogged gutters can create problems like stained woodwork and foundation deterioration, leaves trapped in your gutters can damage your roof which will result in expensive repairs.
Mould, moss, and moisture
If you neglect cleaning your gutters during autumn, you risk dealing with mouldy and rusted gutters. Autumn leaves left unattended in your gutters can cause rainwater to accumulate around them, creating a damp environment that promotes the growth of mould and mildew.
These unwelcome invaders can wreak havoc on your gutters, seeping into downpipes and roofs, and corroding the protective finish. Additionally, mildew can cause wood rot and staining on roofs. The water that overflows from the clogged gutters can also stain walls.
Signs your gutters need cleaning
It’s important to clean your gutters regularly, but how do you know when it’s time for a cleaning? Here are some signs that your gutters may need to be cleaned:
- Water is overflowing from the gutters
- There are visible signs of debris or blockages in the gutters
- You notice water damage to your home’s exterior
- There are signs of bird nests or mould in or around the gutters
If you notice any of these signs, schedule a gutter cleaning as soon as possible to prevent any further damage to your home.
The benefits of using our professional gutter cleaning service
The tools and expertise
There are several benefits to hiring a professional gutter cleaning service for your commercial or industrial building.
First, our professional gutter cleaners have the tools, safety equipment and expertise necessary to clean your gutters effectively. We use specific equipment and have undergone specialised training regarding working with heights. We can identify any potential issues with your gutters and address them before they become major problems.
Save you time
Our professional gutter cleaning service can save you time and manpower. Cleaning your gutters can be a time-consuming and dangerous task, especially if you’re not familiar with the process. By hiring a professional, you can focus on other important tasks and leave the gutter cleaning to the experts.
Save you money
Outsourcing your dirty work to us can help you save money in the long run. You can avoid costly repairs and insurance claims by preventing water damage to your home. Additionally, regular gutter cleaning and maintenance can help extend the life of your gutters, saving you money on replacements.
No more blocked gutters with our gutter cleaning service
Your gutters are your first defence against the weather, and they cannot function correctly when blocked.
We understand the importance of keeping your gutters clean and functional.
Our team of experts has the tools and knowledge necessary to clean your gutters thoroughly and prevent any potential damage to your commercial or industrial building.
Regular gutter cleaning is essential during autumn when leaves and debris start to accumulate.
Before blockages, leakages, and mould reach disaster level, give us a call to book your gutter and roof clean.
Work with a reputable company that gets the job done right, the first time.
Hello Autumn! Goodbye blocked gutters.
