Gutter Cleaning
Clearing gutters out and washing the black streaking off the faces so they actually look clean.
There are two separate jobs here and most people only think of one. Clearing the leaves and debris out keeps water moving and reduces ice damming come winter — no small thing on a North Country roofline. But the black tiger-striping down the front of white gutters is a different problem entirely, and scooping the inside does nothing for it.
That streaking is oxidised residue that washes off the roof and dries on the gutter face. It needs a specific cleaner and hand attention to remove, which is why gutters can be perfectly clear inside and still look filthy from the driveway.
What's included
- Debris cleared from gutters and downspouts, and hauled away
- Downspouts checked for flow and unblocked
- Black streaking washed off the gutter faces by hand
- Soffits and fascia cleaned at the same time
- Problems flagged with photos — loose hangers, separated seams, rot
How the job runs
- 1Clear debris from the gutter runs and bag it
- 2Flush the downspouts and confirm water is actually moving
- 3Treat and hand-wash the streaking off the gutter faces
- 4Clean the soffits and fascia while we're at that height
- 5Send you photos of anything that needs a roofer or carpenter's attention
Common questions
When is the best time to have gutters cleaned here?
Late autumn once the leaves are down is the important one, because clear gutters going into winter mean less ice damming. A spring clear-out after the thaw is worth it too if you're under heavy tree cover.
Why are my gutters still black after being cleaned?
Because clearing the inside and cleaning the face are two different jobs. The streaking on the front is oxidised residue that has to be treated and washed by hand — we do both.
Do you install gutter guards?
We don't install them, but we'll tell you honestly whether they'd help on your roofline. Under heavy pine they often just move the problem rather than solve it.
Other services
House Washing
Low-pressure soft washing that lifts algae, mildew and grime from siding without forcing water behind it.
Roof Cleaning
Removing black streaks and moss from shingles with no pressure, so the granules stay where they belong.
Deck & Patio
Bringing grey, weathered wood and stained stone back, and prepping wood properly if you're staining after.
Driveway & Walkway
Concrete, pavers and walkways cleaned evenly — no zebra stripes, no blown-out joint sand.
Commercial
Storefronts, sidewalks, parking areas and building exteriors — scheduled around your opening hours.