How often do I clean my gutters?

How Often Should You Clean Your Gutters?

The answer depends largely on your location. If you live near lots of trees or in shaded areas, and of course depending on the weather, your gutters will accumulate debris faster.

Our recommended maintenance and inspection plan is to clean your gutters 2 to 3 times per year to keep them flowing smoothly and avoid costly damage.

What if my gutters start leaking?

Gutter Leaks? We’ve Got It Covered

If your gutters are leaking, don’t panic — most leaks are straightforward to fix. At Sean’s Gutters, we recommend a thorough investigation to pinpoint the exact cause.

Our inspection methods include manual checks, drone surveillance, or telescopic pole CCTV to identify issues quickly and accurately.

Leaks are often caused by a broken sill or damaged clip — usually just a simple replacement away from restoring your gutter’s perfect function.

Trust us to diagnose and fix the problem fast, before small leaks turn into big headaches.

Why should I get my gutters cleaned or cleared?

Why Regular Gutter Cleaning Matters

Keeping your gutters clean does more than just brighten the look of your home’s exterior — it’s a crucial step to protect your investment.

Neglecting gutter maintenance can lead to costly problems like roof damage, dampness, mold growth, pest infestations, and even birds nesting in your gutters.

By regularly clearing leaves, debris, and blockages, you ensure smooth water flow, safeguarding your home’s foundation and preventing expensive repairs down the line.

Invest in gutter care today — because prevention always beats a costly cure.

When should I get my gutters cleaned?

When Should You Get Your Gutters Cleaned?

If you notice gutters aren’t draining properly or they look visibly dirty, it’s a clear sign they need servicing.

Residential homes in built-up areas without many trees typically require gutter cleaning once a year.

Rural homes, surrounded by more foliage, benefit from cleaning two to three times annually to prevent blockages.

For commercial properties, regular inspections are often necessary to comply with insurance requirements. Depending on the size and complexity of the guttering system, inspections may be needed every three to six months.

For industrial estates, factories, and commercial buildings with deep or extensive gutter systems, we recommend quarterly inspections or a scheduled maintenance plan throughout the year to keep everything running smoothly.

What if my gutters join on to my neighbours gutters

If your guttering system connects to a neighbouring property, we will clean up to the boundary where their section begins. In many terraced homes, the downpipe is located at one end and drains into a shared system.

When gutters are shared, blockages or damage on one property can impact the others. To prevent long-term issues, we recommend cleaning the gutters on both your property and your neighbour’s to keep the entire system flowing smoothly.

For shared systems, such as those on semi-detached homes, we offer a Neighbouring Property Discount to make this service more affordable for everyone involved.