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Month: May 2021

How To Clean Your Gutters

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Cleaning your gutters is never fun, we can all agree that it is a messy job – gutters can quickly become blocked with leaves and debris easily.

When should you clean your gutters

It is recommended that we should clean our gutters in the fall months, although checking them after any storms is always a good idea also. You will know to clean them when you start to notice water overflowing and leaves making a greater appearance.

Why you should clean

When you don’t clean your gutters you could run the risk of them becoming clogged with leaves and debris, when gutters remain clogged especially during winter you could have ice dams. This can add additional weight and could result in your roof collapsing. Leaky gutters can also cause water to seep under shingles, Water can leak into siding and your home foundation leading to expensive home repairs.

How often should you clean

It is recommended that you clean your gutters twice a year, this can be done by yourself or with the help of a professional gutter cleaning service such as Blue Sky Gutters.

Safety advice

You will need a ladder when cleaning your home’s guttering system which must be used correctly to ensure safety. When using your ladder, ensure to place it on level ground to make sure it doesn’t fall.

Tools you will need

Ladder
Gloves
Gutter scoop
Buckets
Hose
Spray/power washer

We offer gutter cleaning prices which are very competitive, contact us for a free quote for your gutter cleaning service.
Phone: 0208 581 1636
Email: [email protected]

Clearing Your Guttering Ahead Of Wet Weather

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The weather as we know is very unpredictable, not to mention that in the UK the annual precipitation of rainfall averages 133 days per year.

Rainfall averages 133 days per year.

There are ways you can improve your home before the stormy weather hits, gutters are always your homes first line of defence for protection against leaks during heavy rainfall. This is why it is very important to clean your gutters twice a year minimum. It is also very important to ensure they are clear before any heavy rainfall occurs. 

As when your gutter becomes clogged, the rain water will back up and could possibly enter your roof causing major damage. Common problems caused by blocked gutters are:

  • Damp
  • Mold and bacteria
  • Leaks
  • Damage to walls, ceilings and insulation
  • Foundation damage
  • Wood rot

We offer gutter cleaning prices which are very competitive, at your request we will email you a free quote for your gutter cleaning service.

Phone: 0208 581 1636

Email: [email protected]

Gutters 101 – All you need to know!

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Many homeowners forget about maintaining their gutters not realising that gutters are an essential part of protecting your property from any serious damage caused by water. This is why it is best to learn more about gutters and how this system affects your home.

This diversion protects your home’s foundation and basement from flooding and other water damage. Gutters come in various materials – some popular materials which gutters are made of are vinyl, copper, steel and PVC.

Cleaning your gutter is extremely important, this should always be top priority twice a year. Keeping dirt and debris out of the gutters is critical to protect your property’s structure and prevent expensive water damage in the future.

You can clean your home gutters yourself, but it is always advised to seek the help of professionals such as ourselves at BSG Group. As we use the correct tools to clean your gutters properly with the knowledge and expertise to provide care and maintenance for gutters.

We offer gutter cleaning prices which are very competitive, at your request we will email you a free quote for your gutter cleaning service.

Phone: 0208 581 1636
Email: [email protected]