Conventional thinking might lead you to plan to a gutter cleaning service later in the fall after most of the leaves have dropped. However, there are good reasons why September is a smart time of year to have your gutters cleaned.
Foliage + Time = Urgency
The formula of gutter math. If you have a lot of trees and you haven’t cleaned your gutters out in a while, your gutters will be full. Meaning you should clean them out now to prevent damage to your gutters, roof, and foundation, and not wait until more leaves drop later in the year.
Downspouts are clogged
If your downspouts are clogged and not flowing properly, it means that water and debris are piling up in your gutter system, straining your gutters and increasing the likelihood of long-term damage.
Sticks and debris are piling up!
It’s not just deciduous leaves in October and November that fill up your gutters. Pollen, flower droppings, sticks, roof shingle detritus, and the leavings of summer thunderstorms sprinkle organic debris throughout the warm season of April-August.
Prevent pests
Gutters full of moisture and debris from the summer months create a welcoming environment for pests of all types, including mosquitoes, birds, rodents, wasps, ants, and termites. Keep your gutters clean and unwanted houseguests at bay.
Keep up the home appearance
Debris piling up in your gutters and in roof valleys detracts from the curb appeal of your home. Over time, gutter debris can produce unsightly black streaks on the exterior of your gutters that cause staining and accelerates corrosion, and oxidation. Regular gutter cleaning service ensures that your home presents well during this beautiful time of year and on into the holidays.
Invest in your home’s long-term health
Like changing your HVAC filters, termite inspections, and lawn care service, regular gutter cleaning maintenance is a long-term investment. It increases the life of your gutters, roof, fascia, and foundation. It’s not just a “nice to have”, it’s a “must-have”.
So, if your gutters are full, don’t wait until November to get them cleaned out.
Give us a call today at 804-231-0749 and let Spotless assist you with this important home maintenance priority!
