In this blog we state the importance of cleaning out your gutters…

What to look out for:

Leaves that have blown into gutters and downpipes in recent months can cause rainwater to overflow into eaves and inside your home, leaving you with extensive property damage and an expensive clean-up bill.

Leaf litter build-up in gutters not only increases the risk of blockages which can result in overflow back into eaves and ceilings, but over time may cause corrosion or lead to development of mould and damage that can be more costly to repair.

Safely checking gutters and downpipes before winter sets in will help prevent blockages and reduce the risk of problems that result in a lot of stress and financial pain.

While cleaning out gutters is not regulated plumbing work, any clearing of blockages requiring the gutter or the down pipe to be detached or altered must be carried out by a licensed or registered plumber.

When checking your own gutters with a ladder, you should always follow the ladder safety rules on the WorkSafe website. 

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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

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Roofs are a birds favourite place to hang out, especially during the colder months when birds look for roof’s gutters to see if there are gaps on the edge of the roof so birds can then make their residence. It is then during the spring time when birds build nests and lay their eggs in the gutters.

Birds can cause damage to your roof and that is why it is very important to keep them out of your roof’s gutters

When birds are in your gutters they can bend or rip the guttering from your roof, their nests can clog the roof’s downspouts. This can end up causing a major leaf in the roof which is a costly fix.

To help prevent birds from nesting in your homes gutters you can try the following:

Gutter guard, these are aluminium sheets which cover slights on your gutter. A gutter guard also prevents debris, leaves and other material from landing in your gutters. Birds won’t be able to drink the water in the gutters which will help to deter them.

Roof bird spikes, these are thin plastic panels with various spikes also known as anti roosting strips.

What about if you notice nests in your gutter? Normally occurring in the summer months it is very important to clear these nests as they can easily clog the gutter when it starts to rain. With the help of experts such as us we can help you get rid of these nests easily.

The safest and most reliable way of cleaning your gutters is through a professional, we at Blue Sky Guttering can ensure you have a piece of mind in knowing you are having your gutters repaired or emptied by our team of highly experienced gutters who will complete the task using the correct methods and techniques. So let us take the hassle out of cleaning –

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

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